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Get information on the Museum of CT History’s building and directions.
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Thomas Fitch
Learn about Thomas Fitch, governor of Connecticut Colony from 1754 to 1766. He guided the colony through war, taxation crises, and rising tensions before the American Revolution.
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Samuel Huntington
Learn about Samuel Huntington, Connecticut governor, Declaration of Independence signer, and President of the Continental Congress during the Revolutionary War era.
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Jonathan Law
Explore the life of Jonathan Law. He was a chief justice, governor of the Colony of Connecticut from 1741 to 1750, and a leader during the Great Awakening era.
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Isaac Toucey
Learn about Isaac Toucey, governor of Connecticut in 1846 and 1847. Toucey also served as a U.S. senator, U.S. attorney general, and U.S. secretary of the Navy.
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John H. Trumbull
Discover John H. Trumbull, who was governor from 1925 to 1931. He was a business leader and early aviator who became known as "the Flying Governor."
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George Wyllys
Read about George Wyllys, governor of the Colony of Connecticut in 1642. He was a leader who helped shape colonial governance and New England unity.
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Plan a field trip
Schedule a group or field trip to the Museum of CT History. Follow the link to learn more.
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Hours and holiday schedule
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Pictures and videos policy
Learn how you can take pictures and videos at the Museum of CT History to share across social media.
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Middle and high school outreach programs
Explore Connecticut’s role in World War I and the American Revolution through art, archaeology, programs, and international friendships; designed for middle and high school learners.
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Elementary school outreach programs
We have two programs we can bring to you. Connecticut Invents! and A Connecticut Sampler are both fun ways for kids to learn about our history.
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William Pitkin
Explore the life of William Pitkin, the governor of the Colony of Connecticut from 1766-1769 who became known as the "Champion of colonial rights."
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William O'Neill
Read about William "Bill" O'Neill, who first became governor when Ella Grasso retired due to ill health. O'Neill served as Connecticut's governor from 1980 to 1991.
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William Leete
Find out about William Leete, the governor of the New Haven Colony who helped it unite with the Colony of Connecticut. He served as governor of Connecticut from 1676 to 1683.
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