The Connecticut Science Center in Hartford, Connecticut, was opened to the public in 2009 as a science center that offers innovative and interactive experiences aimed at encouraging and inspiring learning and exploration of science. To promote this interest in visitors of all ages, our science center features 4 educational labs, a top of the range 3D digital theater, and features over 165 hands-on exhibits creatively displayed in 10 galleries. Visitors of all ages have opportunities of learning about sciences that include forensics, physics, geology, astronomy and more. The Connecticut Science Center offers daily programs and events that will appeal to all ages.READ MORE

The Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford, Connecticut, is a state owned convention center as well as an award winning venue that is excellently managed by Waterford Venue Services. Opened in 2005, our convention center, with its spectacular riverfront setting, is the perfect venue for hosting conventions, business meetings, trade shows and many other events. This venue is suitable for small gatherings to large events, and with the assistance of our event management staff who provide friendly, hands-on services that cover all aspects of event planning, including catering, all events and functions held at Connecticut Convention Center are sure to be memorable and enjoyable.READ MORE

Hog River Brewing in Hartford, Connecticut, is a family owned and run brewery, and although we do not serve meals at our brew house, visitors are welcome to bring their own food to enjoy with a refreshing craft beer. The taproom at our brewery with its warm and inviting atmosphere, features a bar, tables and beer rails for up to 75 visitors, and there is plenty more standing room. The taproom, where visitors can enjoy live entertainment one night a week, offers a constantly changing choice of house beers that are poured directly from the tank to your glass as well as classic German beers and our popular barrel-aged beers. Hog River Brewing is a great venue for hosting unique, relaxed and fun private events. READ MORE

Front Street Bistro and Spotlight Theaters in Hartford, Connecticut, is a popular bistro where guests can enjoy Mediterranean cuisine before or after enjoying a delightful movie at Spotlight Theatres, a digital movie theater. The eclectic menu available at our bistro also includes vegetarian dishes, vegan meals as well as gluten-free options, and all meals are prepared using fresh and, where possible, locally sourced ingredients from preferred fishmongers, farmers and markets. Front Street Bistro and Spotlight Theaters offers excellent private dining options in a choice of dining rooms, and our theater auditoriums offering seating for up to 245 guests is ideal for company presentations. READ MORE

Connecticut Historical Society in Hartford, Connecticut, was established in 1825 as a non profit historical society that also makes a library, museum and the Edgar F. Waterman Research Center, all funded by private contributions and also open to the public. Collections at the historical society include over 4 million manuscripts, artifacts, books, graphics and many other historical materials. The aim of the Connecticut Historical Society is to encourage and inspire an interest in history by offering exhibitions, programs, workshops and collections relating to Connecticut past, present and future. We also offer interesting tours of the museum, educational programs, after-school programs and more. READ MORE

Painting with a Twist in Hartford, Connecticut, is a unique, licensed tavern and art studio where budding artists can release their latent artistic talents by creating their own works of art that they get to take home at the end of the evening. No experience is necessary to enjoy a fun evening with our art courses that include personal artist instruction and necessary painting supplies. Enjoy a glass of wine, beer or cider while receiving basic painting instruction before putting brush to canvas to create your own, personal masterpiece. Painting with a Twist is a great venue for hosting any number of private parties, with benefits that include no cleaning up, a artist instructor and a private parties room. READ MORE

The Russian Lady in Hartford, Connecticut, reopened its doors in 2011 due to popular demand, and this fun venue is home to a cafe and pulsating nightlife with live entertainment, fun and sports keeping visitors happily entertained for hours on end. Spread over 3 floors, our venue and cafe consists of a pub, bar and lounge, billiards room, cigar bar, and each venue has its own unique atmosphere and menu. The Billiards Room on the second floor features pool tables, dart boards and a dance floor with a resident DJ spinning favorite tunes. The Russian Lady, with its choice of rooms, bars and dining areas is the ideal venue for hosting private parties and available packages will be customized to suit your occasion.READ MORE

The Half Door in Hartford, Connecticut, is a popular beer bar and gastropub with a relaxed and informal ambiance, and offers fun and enjoyable pub dining experiences at affordable prices. Meals served at our gastopub far exceed your run of the mill pub grub, and visitors are welcome to just enjoy a welcome drink from our bar, without ordering a meal. Tasty and good quality meals are prepared using fresh, local ingredients, and can be enjoyed in a relaxed atmosphere together with a specialty beer or wine. At The Half Door visitors can look forward to delicious meals, refreshing drinks and enjoyable times spent chatting to family, friends and other visitors at our gastropub. READ MORE

Saigon Kitchen in Hartford, Connecticut, established in 1985 in downtown Hartford, is a popular family run and owned Asian restaurant that offers delicious and affordable Asian cuisine in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Asian cuisine dinners at our Asian restaurant are cooked to order to ensure a fresh and amazing dining experience, and lunches include steam-table style meals. For a dining experience like no other, try our Hot n Spicy Chicken or Sesame Chicken, you will not be disappointed. At Saigon Kitchen we are committed to ensuring meals are not only affordable, tasty and quickly served, without long waits.READ MORE

Bin 228 in Hartford, Connecticut, opened its doors in 2003 as a cozy wine bar offering an eclectic selection from a wine list of more than 55 wines that, for customers convenience, are available per glass or per bottle. Delicious meals available at our wine bar are prepared by award winning and talented chefs who delight in preparing and presenting plates that are artistically created. Our menu includes delicious favorites such as Italian cheeses, paninis, risotto, fresh light salads, freshly prepared sandwiches and many more delicious choices. Wine experts at Bin 228 are always on hand to assist customers in choosing the best wine to suit each and every occasion.READ MORE