CT State ID with an HHP Access Sticker:

• Free Admission ($12 value)

• Free Group and Class Tours

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Address:

600 Main Street Hartford, CT 06103

 

Hours of Operation:

Thursday & Friday: Noon–5pm
Saturday & Sunday: 10am–5pm

Monday – Wednesday: Closed

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About:

An independent cultural arts organization inside the Wadsworth, comprising 7,000 original paintings, sculpture, artifacts, historical documents and photographs, as well as memorabilia and rare books that document the African American experience.​​

CT State ID with an HHP Access Sticker:

• Discounted One Note tickets

• Discounted Student Tickets for select shows (announced through college email)

• Group Events for students, staff, and faculty (announced through college email)

• Internship Opportunities

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Address:
166 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT 06106

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Box Office Hours:

Monday - Friday 10am-5pm

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About:

Built in 1930, the Bushnell Performing Arts Center presents more than 350 events annually, including major Broadway tours, symphony orchestras, family presentations, local arts, and community events.​

CT State ID with an HHP Access Sticker:​

• Free admission ($15 value)

• Member-priced event tickets

• 10% museum shop discount

• Custom field trips

• Access to collections

• Internship opportunities

• Reduced rental rates

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Address:
1 Elizabeth Street, Hartford, CT 06105

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Hours of Operation:

Tuesday - Friday 10am-5pm

Thursday until 8 pm

Sunday 12pm-5pm

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About:
Located at One Elizabeth Street in Hartford, the Connecticut Museum houses a museum, library, and the Edgar F. Waterman Research Center that are open to the public and funded by private contributions. The Connecticut Museum’s collection includes more than 4 million manuscripts, graphics, books, artifacts, and other historical materials accessible at our campus and on loan at other organizations.

CT State ID with an HHP Access Sticker:

• Free admission ($15 value)

• Member-priced event tickets

• 10% museum shop discount

• Custom field trips

• Access to collections

• Internship opportunities

• Reduced rental rates

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Addresses:

Butler McCook House & Garden, 396 Main St, Hartford, CT 06103. Tours are on the 1st Saturday of the month, every hour on the hour from 1–4PM.

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Isham-Terry House, 211 High St, Hartford, CT 06103. Tours are on the 3rd Sunday of the month, every hour on the hour from 1–4PM. 

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Amos Bull House, 59 S Prospect St, Hartford, CT 06106 relocated to the rear of Butler McCook House & Garden. 

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*Tours on the hour; last tour departs one hour before closing.

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About:

3 of CT Landmarks’ 11 historic properties are within walking distance of CT State Capital Campus: the Butler McCook House & Garden (a family who loved music, art, and travel), the Isham-Terry House (home to Dr. Oliver Isham and his medical practice), and the Amos Bull House (built in 1789 as a dry goods store and a residence).

CT State ID with an HHP Access Sticker:

• Free Admission ($8 value)

• Free group tours ($50 value)

• Custom field trips & workshops

• In class staff visits

• Access to research materials

• internship opportunities   

  

Address:

800 Main Street Hartford, CT 06103

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Hours of Operation:

Monday: Closed

Tuesday-Saturday: 12PM-5PM

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About:

Connecticut's Old State House reawakens citizen engagement and awareness. You'll find unique exhibits, original legislative rooms, and even a recreation of Joseph Steward's 1798 Museum of curiosities.

CT State ID with an HHP Access Sticker:

• Instructors planning lessons can contact Rebecca Macfarlane (rmacfarlane@ctsciencecenter.org) to arrange a visit

• Bringing students: Faculty should reserve student tickets for class visits or assignments with CCC Banks Library director Dan Lewis

• Custom field trips

• Access to research materials

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Address:​

250 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103

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​Hours of Operation:

Monday-Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday-Sunday: 10AM-4PM​​

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About:

The first science center in the nation to use fuel cell for the majority of its power, CT Science Center features more than 165 hands-on activities and exhibits, 4 educational labs, daily programs, a gift shop, restaurant, and a 3-D digital theater.​

CT State ID with an HHP Access Sticker:

• Free tour admission w/+1 ($20 value)

• Free group tours ($160 value)

• Member-priced event tickets

• 10% museum shop discount

• In-class staff visits

• Access to research library with appointment

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Address:

77 Forest St, Hartford, CT 06105

​Hours of Operation:

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Hours of Operation:
Monday-Wednesday: Closed

Thursday-Saturday 12PM-5PM

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About:
The Stowe Center for Literary Activism preserves and interprets Harriet Beecher Stowe’s Hartford home, presenting tours and public programs that inspire empathy, empowerment, and a change for good including: Salons at Stowe, book discussions, author events, and more.​

CT State ID with an HHP Access Sticker:

• $5 performance tickets ($50 value)*

• Subsidized theater rentals

• *Buy up to two $5 tickets.

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Address:
360 Farmington Ave, Hartford, CT 06105

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​Hours of Operation:

Monday-Saturday: 9:00AM-7:00PM

Sunday: Closed

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About:
Across the street from the Mark Twain House, HartBeat Ensemble offers audiences live performance and guided conversations. Education Programs (Youth Play Institute, Startin’ Drama, and more) teach conflict resolution, civic engagement, and deeper learning. Please note: HartBeat Ensemble’s policy is that no one will be turned away for lack of funds.

CT State ID with an HHP Access Sticker:

• Capital students and Capital Faculty/Staff get a $5 special ticket price for One Play

  • $5 tickets are available for One Play performance dates only. Visit our One Play page for information on discounts, programming, and workshops.

• Capital students get a $10 special ticket price for all other performances:

  • Up to two tickets for $10 each for any performance (subject to availability, bronze seating only) - no additional fees.

• Capital Faculty/Staff get 50% off the price of up to two tickets for any performance (subject to availability, bronze seating only) - no additional fees.

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Address:
50 Church St, Hartford, CT 06103

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​Hours of Operation: 

Tuesday-Sunday: 12PM-5:00PM (Extended to 7:00PM on show nights).

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About:

​Hartford Stage’s mission is to enlighten, entertain, and educate by creating theatrical works of the highest caliber that have a transformative impact on audiences, the community, and its field.

CT State ID with an HHP Access Sticker:

• Free group tours & class visits

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Address:

56 Arbor St, Hartford, CT 06106

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​Hours of Operation: 

Monday-Sunday: 1PM-9PM

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About:

​Real Art Ways is an alternative multidisciplinary arts organization that presents and supports contemporary artists and their work, facilitates the creation of new work and creatively engages, builds and informs audiences and communities.

CT State ID with an HHP Access Sticker:

• Public Library - No admission fee

• Free access to digital and physical collections (some resources may require Hartford Public Library card)

• Open for class visits (limited hours)

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Address:

500 Main St, Hartford, CT 06103

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Hours of Operation:

Monday-Thursday: 9:30AM-6PM

Friday-Saturday: 9:30AM-5PM

Sunday 1PM-5PM

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About:

Located on the 3rd floor of the Hartford Public Library at 500 Main Street, the Hartford History Center is a great resource for research projects on Hartford topics and for class visits. Access online resources or book an in-person research appointment via the HHC website. Faculty who wish to design projects or arrange class visits should contact the center for assistance.

CT State ID with an HHP Access Sticker:

• Local dining discounts

• Capital students and Capital Faculty/Staff get a $5 special ticket price for One Note

  • Visit our One Note page for information on discounts, programming, and workshops.

• Capital students only get a $5 special ticket* price for any HSO Masterwork Series concert ($20-$56 value)

  • To purchase tickets, call the Bushnell Box Office (860) 987-5900 or visit in person. You must show your Capital ID when picking up your tickets at Will Call. *Discount applies to one or more tickets with a current Capital ID.

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Address:
165 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT 06106

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Hours of Operation:

Monday-Friday: 10AM-5PM

Saturday-Sunday: Closed

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About:
The mission of the Hartford Symphony Orchestra is to enrich lives and community through great music. The HSO captivates and inspires audiences of all ages by presenting more than 100 concerts annually. 

CT State ID with an HHP Access Sticker:

• Free house tour with CCC ID ($26 value)

• Member-priced event tickets

• Access to research library

• Custom field trips & workshops

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Address:

351 Farmington Ave, Hartford, CT 06105

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Hours of Operation:

Monday: 9:30AM-4:30PM

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday-Sunday: 9:30AM-4:30PM

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About:
In addition to providing tours of Twain’s restored home, the Mark Twain House & Museum, a National Historic Landmark, offers activities and educational programs that illuminate Twain’s literary legacy and provide information about his life and times.

CT State ID with an HHP Access Sticker:

• $5 tickets for students ($10 value)*

• $8 tickets for faculty & staff*

• Backstage tours

• In-class workshops

• Reduced rental rates

• *Purchase tickets at the door ½ an hour before showtime with CCC ID.

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Address:
15 Asylum St, Hartford, CT 06103

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Hours of Operation:

Monday-Saturday: 6:30PM-10:30PM

Sunday: 3:30PM-8:30PM

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About:

The Sea Tea Improv presents six or more original comedy shows every week – improv, sketch comedy, stand-up and more – in an 80-seat underground theater at 15 Asylum Street. Courses and workshops are available for all ages

CT State ID with an HHP Access Sticker:

• $25-78 value

Capital students 

• Up to two tickets at $5 each ordered in advance by phone or online - no additional fees

• Or ALL FREE "rush" tickets 45-minutes before each show if seats are available - in person only

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Capital Faculty/Staff

• $25 tickets (max 4 per employee) - no additional fees

• Faculty may book free bulk tickets for courses incorporating TWH plays 

• Backstage tours for classes are also an option

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How to reserve tickets

• In person during business hours at 233 Pearl St

• By phone at 860-527-7838​

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Address:

233 Pearl St, Hartford, CT 06103

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Hours of Operation:

Monday-Friday: 10AM-5PM

Saturday-Sunday: Closed

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About:

TheaterWorks Hartford, led by Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero and Managing Director Jeff Griffin, has produced relevant, engaging contemporary theater for over 40 years at their historic Pearl Street address. Founded in 1985, TWH is committed to the power of storytelling in creating community and has produced over 200 plays and musicals including world premieres of High (with Kathleen Turner), Relativity (with Richard Dreyfuss) and Make Me A Song: The Music of William Finn among others. Visit us at twhartford.org.

CT State ID with an HHP Access Sticker:

• Free admission ($15 value)

• Free custom group tours ($50 value)

• Free admission to special college events

• Access to the Auerbach Art Library

• Internship opportunities

• Sketching permitted for works in the permanent collection

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Address:

600 Main St, Hartford, CT 06103

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Hours of Operation:

Monday-Wednesday: Closed

Thursday-Friday: 12PM-5PM

Saturday-Sunday: 10AM-5PM

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About:

Founded in 1842, the Wadsworth is the oldest, continuously operating public art museum in the United States. For tours, contact a group visit associate 3 weeks in advance by email: tours@thewadsworth.org. You can also contact the info desk at info@thewadsworth.org or call (860) 838-4100.