- The list below includes 321 free or cheap things to do in or near New Britain, Connecticut, including 114 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Art Museum, Trampoline Parks and History Museums.
- From Walnut Hill Park to George L Chelsey Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in New Britain and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, West Hartford, Hamden and South Windsor.
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Home to collections ranging from the 15th century today is the Saint Joseph College Art Museum. The museum features an array of paintings, sculptures and artifacts that educate on the culture and history of art throughout time.
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Dedicated to environmental preservation, education and appreciation, Westmoor Park in West Hartford, Connecticut is a fantastic place for nature lovers of all ages. The park's main attraction is its farm, which is open daily.
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Fisher Meadows is a local public park offering many facilities for its guests to use. Visitors to the park commonly enjoy walking through the scenic trails, spending time near the lake, or playing on one of the many sports fields.
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Founded in 1907, Gallery 53 is a visual arts facility that is dedicated to cultural enrichment through programs, exhibits, lectures, and workshops. The gallery has a gift shop that has items made by local artists.
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The Imagine Nation Children's Museum features a variety of interpretive exhibitions and role-playing activities for young guests to enjoy, including the chance to play as an anchor on ESPN's SportsCenter. The museum also hosts events during the year.
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A National Historic Landmark, the Connecticut State Capitol, offers visitors an opportunity to experience history and politics up close and personal. Visitors can take self-guided tours including the Hall of Flags, and historical displays of famous residents.
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231 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT
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Connecticut State Library and State Archives are a history buff's dream destination. Featuring extensive documentation and archival material from the Revolutionary War and early life in New England, visit and you may lose yourself in time.
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Opened in 1897, Elizabeth Park is situated on 82 acres and features a rose garden, a pond area and open grass fields. The park has walking paths through wooded terrain, basketball and tennis courts, baseball fields and picnic areas.
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Imagine Nation is a museum and learning center geared especially to kids between the ages of 2 and 8. It features a variety of hands-on exhibits and educational play stations.
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1 Elizabeth Street, Hartford, CT 06105
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Founded in 1825, the Connecticut Historical Society, is dedicated to preserving the state history from the early 1500's through today. Exhibits include hands-on activities for children, a working WWII assembly line, and thousands of artifacts and memorabilia.