Greater New Haven, Connecticut
A metropolitan paradox, New Haven is the home of Yale University, the birthplace of American pizza, and the long ago stomping grounds of historic leaders Nathan Hale and Eli Whitney. Just 75 miles from New York City, New Haven has plenty in its own right.
Things to Do and see in Greater New Haven
Parks
East Rock Park – An amazing view of the Long Island Sound, quiet nature trails and a bird sanctuary; pack a picnic lunch and spend the day.
Edgerton Park – Come enjoy this “sent”-sational park. The 22 acre park has greenhouses, a conservatory of tropical plants, a horticultural library and nursery, come prepared for some flowering fun.
Edgewood Park – Action filled fun can be found as you roller blade, go hiking or sing at the playground at this impressive 123 acre park.
West Rock Nature Center – From frogs and lizards to salamanders and snakes visit this 40 acre nature center for a look at Connecticut’s creatures.
Museums
Connecticut Children’s Museum – Come spend a morning (or afternoon) at this interactive children’s museum where touching and experimenting is the name of the game. You will be able to see inside a beehive, work at the post office, or play in the Great Green Room from Good Night Moon.
Knight of Columbus Museum – home to books on Christopher Columbus, historic artifacts, fine art and the displays and exhibits
Peabody Museum of Natural History – look at life through the eyes of the dinosaur. You will see a reconstructed Stegosaurus, Camptosaurus and Camarosaurus as well as the 108 ft Mural “The age of reptiles.”
Lighthouse Point Park – An over 80 acre water park and splash as well as nature trails, a bird sanctuary and antique carousel
Historic Locations
Amistad Memorial – A 14ft 3d statue which commemorates Joseph Cinqe who led the Amistad Revolt.
Black Rock Fort and Fort Nathan Hale – 2 historic forts from the Revolutionary and Civil War, just across from the New Haven Harbor
New Haven Green – This National Historic Landmark is part of the 1638 city plan. It has examples of Gothic, Federalist, and Georgian design.
Performance Art
John Lyman Center for Performance Arts – From September to June the center features an assortment of professional programs and performance
Long Warf Theatre – From jazz to children’s performances to award winning drama productions – spend some time enjoying those great shows played-out on this stage.
Morse Recital Hall – This architectural delight is the site of over 250 music events a year.
Shubert Theater – Known as the “Birthplace of the Nation’s Greatest Hits”, the 1914 theater is host to more than 300 performances a year ranging from jazz to ballet, opera to big band and Broadway Shows to solo artists. Backstage tours are available upon request.
Yale Repertory Theater – For new plays and unique presentations of the classics, this is the place to go.
Arts & Galleries
Artspace – This art center has unusual and unique artwork. You will find new exhibits every two months, paper works and outdoor exhibits.
Creative arts workshop – From visual arts, classes, lectures and workshops reserve your space here. There is also changing exhibits and the Hills Gallery.
White space Gallery – Home to artwork by Dali, Chagall, and Picasso, as well as hand-signed lithographs
Yale Center for British Art – America’s largest display of British art; you will see painting, drawings, prints and rare books.
Yale University Art Gallery – Here you will find over 15,000 art objects. Collections displayed are from Africa, Asia, early Europe and Modern and Contemporary American art work.
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