The Barnum Museum

From its opening on February 18, 1893 to present day, The Barnum Museum has been committed to the preservation and interpretation of Bridgeport's industrial and social history, as well as being an outstanding educational resource for students of all ages. The exhibition guides you through Barnum's long and multifaceted career Using numerous artifacts, including a reproduction of Barnum's renown 'humbug', the FEJEE MERMAID, a souvenir piece of cake from Tom Thumb's 1863 wedding, and many personal items from the Barnum family, the exhibit explores Barnum's life from his humble beginnings in Bethel, through the "curiosities and marvels of nature" in his American Museum on Broadway in NY, through his family and political life in Bridgeport, his adopted home, and concluding with his most famous enterprise: "P. T. Barnum's Greatest Show On Earth", and much more.

Location: Bridgeport, CT

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Children's Museum

The Children's Museum, provides rich learning experiences in science and nature to young children. The Children's Museum includes the Gengras Planetarium, Roaring Brook Nature Center, the UTC Wildlife Sanctuary, and the only science-based preschool in Connecticut.

Location: West Hartford, CT

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Stepping Stones Museum for Children

Six main attractions, 50 hands-on activities and ten computer games help children learn more about their bodies and health. Enjoy in-depth explorations in nutrition, fitness, hygiene and safety. Heads up! Visit the Main Brain and explore senses, emotions and memory. Get moving in the great outdoors! No bones about it you'll have fun riding a bike, stretching muscles and observing how the cardiovascular, respiratory, muscular and skeletal systems work. Hungry? Stop by the Good Foods Market & Cafe. Learn about the digestive system, nutrition, calories, energy and smart choices, and much more to see and do.

Location: 303 West Avenue, Norwalk, CT

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The New England Carousel Museum

Whether you have a fond interest in art, American History, woodcraft, or simply enjoy the excitement of the carousel, we have something special for you. At any age, our guests can share in the enjoyment of a visit to the Carousel Museum. The Museum is proud to house one of the largest collections of antique carousel pieces in the country. You can experience the "Golden Age of the Carousel" on your own, or with our tour guides who will share with you the colorful history and development of the hand-carved animals that have found their place in America's rich folk art history.

Location: Bristol, Co

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Discovery Museum

The Discovery Museum has something to offer to everyone. From three floors of hands-on fun with science to High-Definition movies and daily Planetarium shows, all include with admission to the museum! Add to that our first class educational programs and Connecticut's only Challenger Learning Center and the Discovery Museum is a stop that can't be missed. A variety of programs are available to schools, camps, scout troops or any other group interested in an unmatchable experience!

Location: Bridgeport, CT

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