Frederick Law Olmsted’s Hartford

Traverse the streets and sites of Frederick Law Olmsted’s Hartford to commemorate this illustrious native son on this walking tour. Highlights include the Butler-McCook House & Garden, Olmsted’s birth site, Bushnell Park, the Capitol Grounds, High Street, Ann Street, and Keney Clock Tower, with optional visit (by personal car) to Olmsted’s gravesite in Old North Cemetery at the conclusion.


Advance registration is required. This program is part of our Historic Hartford Walking Tours series, where we forge new paths through Hartford’s history! Register for additional walks here

Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather, as this program will take place outdoors. In case of cancellation due to severe weather, registrants will be notified at the email address on file. 

If you have any questions, contact Assistant Site Administrator Jana Colacino at jana.colacino@ctlandmarks.org

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Historic Hartford Walking Tour: Charter Oak & Coltsville

Join us to explore the architectural treasures of Coltsville and the Charter Oak neighborhoods. Discuss the impacts of industry and immigration on these neighborhoods in Hartford, including sites like the Colt Factory and its worker houses, the Church of the Good Shepherd and Parish House, the Capewell Nail Factory, and the Polish National Home.


Advance registration is required. This program is part of our Historic Hartford Walking Tours series, where we forge new paths through Hartford’s history! Register for additional walks here

Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather, as this program will take place outdoors. In case of cancellation due to severe weather, registrants will be notified at the email address on file. 

If you have any questions, contact Assistant Site Administrator Jana Colacino at jana.colacino@ctlandmarks.org

CTL Members, sign in to our ticketing system to access your benefits.

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Hartford’s Bridges & Walkways Walking Tour

Located at the juncture of the Little River and the Connecticut River, Hartford’s downtown includes numerous historic bridges and walkways. Explore the unique histories of these landmarks and engineering marvels, including the Little River Bridge, Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch, the Bulkeley Bridge, and the G. Fox walkway, among others.


Advance registration is required. This program is part of our Historic Hartford Walking Tours series, where we forge new paths through Hartford’s history! Register for additional walks here.

Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather, as this program will take place outdoors. In case of cancellation due to severe weather, registrants will be notified at the email address on file.

If you have any questions, contact Assistant Site Administrator Jana Colacino at jana.colacino@ctlandmarks.org.

CTL Members, sign in to our ticketing site to access your benefits.

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Lilac Walks

When you think of the Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden, you think of lilacs. Each spring, the stunning variety of lilacs curated by Caroline Ferriday and her mother scent the gardens and show off their fleeting blossoms in shades of purples, pinks, and even whites. Tour the gardens to learn about the long history of the lilacs on the property and how we care for them.


Lilac tours take place on select days at 11:30 am & 2:30 pm and require tickets. See the full line-up here. This tour does not include a house tour; tickets for house tours may be purchased separately.

Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather, as this program takes place outdoors. In case of cancellation due to severe weather, registrants will be notified at the email address on file.

If you have any questions, please contact Site Administrator Peg Shimer at bellamy.ferriday@ctlandmarks.org or call (203) 266-7596.

CTL Members, sign in to our ticketing system to access your benefits.

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Lilac Walks

When you think of the Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden, you think of lilacs. Each spring, the stunning variety of lilacs curated by Caroline Ferriday and her mother scent the gardens and show off their fleeting blossoms in shades of purples, pinks, and even whites. Tour the gardens to learn about the long history of the lilacs on the property and how we care for them.


Lilac tours take place on select days at 11:30 am & 2:30 pm and require tickets. See the full line-up here. This tour does not include a house tour; tickets for house tours may be purchased separately.

Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather, as this program takes place outdoors. In case of cancellation due to severe weather, registrants will be notified at the email address on file.

If you have any questions, please contact Site Administrator Peg Shimer at bellamy.ferriday@ctlandmarks.org or call (203) 266-7596.

CTL Members, sign in to our ticketing system to access your benefits.

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Lilac Walks

When you think of the Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden, you think of lilacs. Each spring, the stunning variety of lilacs curated by Caroline Ferriday and her mother scent the gardens and show off their fleeting blossoms in shades of purples, pinks, and even whites. Tour the gardens to learn about the long history of the lilacs on the property and how we care for them.


Lilac tours take place on select days at 11:30 am & 2:30 pm and require tickets. See the full line-up here. This tour does not include a house tour; tickets for house tours may be purchased separately.

Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather, as this program takes place outdoors. In case of cancellation due to severe weather, registrants will be notified at the email address on file.

If you have any questions, please contact Site Administrator Peg Shimer at bellamy.ferriday@ctlandmarks.org or call (203) 266-7596.

CTL Members, sign in to our ticketing system to access your benefits.

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