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Olde Mistick Village offers a shopping experience that is totally unique. Wander along brick pathways to our more than forty stores which sell exceptional items from the world over and choose your dining pleasure from a variety of restaurants... all in a tranquil, beautiful, friendly environment. Open year round.
Address: Exit 90 off of I 95, Mystic, CT
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The AT traverses northwest Connecticut for 53 miles between New York State and Massachusetts. The region contains abundant fresh air, beautiful views and remarkable solitude. It is a wonderful place for a short day hike or an extended overnight adventure. There is a Connecticut AT map available to help you plan your hike.
Address: Salisbury, Falls Village, West Cornwall, Cornwall Bridge and Kent, CT
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Art and nature classes for toddlers through adults using SMNC's pond, farm, woods, planetarium, galleries, art and dance studios, and clay kilns and wheels. Parents and children (18 months to 4 years) alike enjoy child/parent classes during the week and weekend mini workshops. Full morning pre-school and after-school classes available.
Address: 39 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford, CT
Tel: 203-322-1646
Email: afarsun@stamfordmuseum.org
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New England’s Family Theme and Water Park has more than 50 thrilling rides and attractions for the entire family to enjoy, including Crocodile Cove, Connecticut's largest waterpark and Boulder Dash, voted the number one wooden roller coaster in the world. Great food and entertainment.
Address: 186 Enterprise Drive, Bristol, CT
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At Mystic Aquarium, close encounters of the incredible kind happen every day! Whether you're touching a ray, feeling the splash of a beluga whale, going beak-to-nose with a penguin or exploring the deep sea with the world’s only exhibits on Dr. Robert Ballard’s fascinating expeditions, you'll be closer to ocean life than you ever thought possible!
Address: Exit 90 off of I 95, Mystic, CT
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Danbury has always been about community and no place
celebrates community better than downtown. This summer, shop and explore CityCenter. Bring blankets and picnics or get take-out from the many downtown restaurants and enjoy free music every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Spend a summer evening on the Green at CityCenter!
Address: 186 Main Street, Danbury, CT
Tel: 203-792-1711
Email: info@citycenterdanbury.com
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An environmental education center and sanctuary dedicated to helping people of all ages better understand, appreciate and care for the world of nature. With hands on science exhibits, it’s an unparalleled source for horticulture and natural science education, providing programs, trips and special events for children, schools, families, and adults.
Address: 144 Oenoke Ridge Road, New Canaan, CT
Tel: 203-966-9577
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Stepping Stones Museum for Children ignites a love of learning through play. With exhibits, performances, workshops, outdoor garden and courtyard play spaces, a cafe and store, and classes – children become wide-eyed with excitement. Step inside our spectacular LEED Gold certified museum and open your world to amazing explorations and discoveries.
Address: Mathews Park, 303 West Avenue, Norwalk, CT
Tel: 203-899-0606
Email: info@steppingstonesmuseum.org
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Squantz Pond offers four season enjoyment with steep, wooded slopes, a cool, blue pond and colorful foliage to delight visitors throughout the year.
Address: 178 Shortwoods Road, New Fairfield, CT
Tel: 203-312-5013
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Visit Connecticut largest continuous preserve and the largest tract of protected land in densely developed Fairfield County. Its patchwork of woodlands, wetlands and rock ledges and a series of north-south ridges and valleys woven with streams and swamps make the Devil's Den ideal for low-impact outdoor activities such as hiking and bird watching.
Address: 33 Pent Road, Weston, CT
Tel: 203-568-6270
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At The Maritime Aquarium, get close to sharks, seals, river otters, sea turtles and other animals native to Long Island Sound. Special “African Penguins” exhibit open through April 21. And kids 6-12 can have gallons of fun April 15-19 during “Spring Vacation Adventures.” Get tickets at www.maritimeaquarium.org
Address: 10 North Water Street, Norwalk, CT
Tel: 203-852-0700
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Wander across the covered bridge, hike the falls, and feel the mist on your face as water cascades 250' down on its way to joining the Housatonic River. Kent Falls Trail winds 1/4 mile up along the falls. Although not difficult to walk, it is steep. There are many scenic vantage points that can be enjoyed along the trail.
Address: 462 Kent Cornwall Road (Route 7), Kent, CT
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Enjoy natural beauty and nature programs minutes from Westchester and downtown Greenwich. The 285-acre sanctuary and Center has trails, a lake, ponds, woodlands, meadows, the Byram River, exhibits, a learning center, arts gallery and gift shop. Programs include bird walks, workshops, guided hikes,kids’ programs, festivals, camp and school-related programming.
Address: 613 Riversville Road, Greenwich, CT
Tel: 203-869-5272
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New faces are here! Chacoan Peccary, Brazilian Ocelot, Lynxes, Vampire Bats, Snowy Owls and more! CT’s Beardsley Zoo is a wonderful place to visit. Come see more than 300 animals and learn about endangered species. With its antique Carousel, Victorian Greenhouse, “Pop-up” Prairie dog exhibit and Free-flight Aviary, it is a truly memorable place.
Address: 1875 Noble Avenue, Bridgeport, CT
Tel: 203-394-6565
Email: info@ beardsleyzoo.org
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This extraordinary natural resource is open to the public every day of the year. Every visit offers something new, including ten different walking trails and nine unique gardens. Visitors can enjoy the Silver Educational Center, art exhibits, outdoor summer concerts as well as education classes for adults and children.
Address: 151 Brookdale Road, Stamford, CT
Tel: 203-322-6971
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With more than 150 hands-on and minds-on exhibits on four floors plus, exciting 3D movies, the Science Center offers fun, interactive learning experiences for all ages. New permanent exhibits like the Humanoid Robot Exhibit and Freeze Frame 360 plus, great traveling exhibits mean that you’re sure to discover something new with each visit.
Address: 250 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT
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