The Connecticut Museum of Culture and History is a private, nonprofit organization established in 1825 as the state’s premier historical society and cultural institution. Located in the historic West End of Hartford, the Museum houses exhibitions, a library, a research center, and a vast collection that includes more than 4 million manuscripts, graphics, objects, and artifacts.
OUR MISSION
The Connecticut Museum of Culture and History brings the state’s culture and history into focus, sparking curiosity, deepening understanding, and strengthening connections that bring communities together across generations.
OUR VISION
The Connecticut Museum of Culture and History is valued as an essential statewide resource where communities see their stories presented, understood, and preserved.
