Free & Cheap Things to Do in Storrs, CT

  • The list below includes 142 free or cheap things to do in or near Storrs, Connecticut, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Museum, Specialty Museums, Parks and History Museums.
  • From The Adventure Park at Storrs to Ballard Institute & Museum of Puppetry, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Storrs and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, South Windsor, Manchester and Wethersfield.
  • The list below includes 142 free or cheap things to do in or near Storrs, Connecticut, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Museum, Specialty Museums, Parks and History Museums.
  • From The Adventure Park at Storrs to Ballard Institute & Museum of Puppetry, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Storrs and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, South Windsor, Manchester and Wethersfield.
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26.8 Miles
87% 295 votes
Art Museum 220 State Street, Springfield, MA 01103 MoreLess Info
Holding the largest Chinese cloisonne collection in the western world, the George Walter Vincent Smith Art Museum is mostly Victorian in style. Most of the collection are decorative arts and painting pieces that were gathered by G.W.V. Smith and his wife Belle.
26.8 Miles
74% 42 votes
Bridges Bridge Road, East Haddam, CT MoreLess Info
Connecting a park on the Haddam side with the Godspeed Opera House on the other side, the East Haddam Swing Bridge is a distinctive local landmark that provides picturesque views.
26.8 Miles
83% 6 votes
Historic Sites 29 Main St, East Haddam, CT 06423 MoreLess Info
Run by The Connecticut Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, Natahan Hale Schoolhouse is a former schoolhouse from the mid 1700s. The teacher of this school was Nathan Hale, who was hung by the British in 1776.
26.8 Miles
100% 2 votes
Libraries 36 Main St, East Haddam, CT 06423 MoreLess Info
At Rathbun Free Memorial Library, visitors can peruse a wide selection of books, DVDs, and other literary resources. The library hosts community events like book clubs, technology workshops, and more.
26.8 Miles
78% 9 votes
Movie Theaters 140 Main Street, Middletown, CT 06457 MoreLess Info
Featuring full stadium seating and digital projection, Metro Movies 12 is a cinema that shows the latest movie releases to its visitors. Other amenities at the theater include 3-D film selections as well as 'Bargain Tuesday' specials.
26.8 Miles
100% 2 votes
Skating Rinks 547 Main Street, Middletown, CT 06457 MoreLess Info
The Middletown Roller Skating Rink is a roller skating rink that supports activities such as dancing, skating, and playing video games. The rink is available for birthday parties, skate lessons, and summer camps.
26.9 Miles
86% 298 votes
Science Museums 220 State St., Springfield, MA 01103 MoreLess Info
Springfield Science Museum, initially known as the Springfield Ethnological and Natural History Museum, houses a range of natural and physical science exhibits coupled with scientific and astronomical displays. The oldest American-built planetarium is also a part of the museum.
26.9 Miles
93% 145 votes
Children's Museums 119 Washington St, Middletown, CT 6457 MoreLess Info
Middletown, Connecticut is home to the Kidcity Children's Museum. Intended for children up to age eight, Kidcity offers many fascinating and enjoyable ways for kids and parents to learn together. Groups are welcome; large groups should make a reservation before arriving.
26.9 Miles
50% 4 votes
History Museums 1500 Main St., Springfield, MA 01115 MoreLess Info
Pan African Historical Museum U.S.A showcases a variety of museum exhibits. Patrons can view artifacts including a slave sales receipt, authentic photos, letters and other items. The PAHMUSA also displays murals and other African American artwork and sculptures.
26.9 Miles
100% 2 votes
Art Gallery 140 Washington Street, Middletown, CT 06457 MoreLess Info
Ursel's Web Frame Shop Gallery is a gallery of both fine and local art and custom framing shop. They offer an assortment of art pieces including paintings, sculptures and glass-blown figurines as well as German gift items.
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