HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — As the nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, ...

A lot of famous authors are associated with Connecticut, from 19th century novelists Mark Twain and Harriet Beecher Stowe to 20th century playwrights Arthur Miller and Eugene O’Neill and the ...

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — In this edition of This Week in Connecticut History, we look back at the last time the state conducted an execution. On May 13, 2005, 45-year-old Michael Ross was put to ...

Connecticut’s history is one of the prime selling points for tourists and a legacy we all rally around. From Native American archaeological sites to Colonial town greens to 20th-century industrial ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Happy Birthday Connecticut! As one of the original 13 colonies, Connecticut has an interesting founding story, from being the ...

Building bridges between different parts of the world. An education mission about 150 years ago, brought dozens of boys from China to our state to study and learn in order to help modernize the ...

Enslaved people helped build the foundation of CT. Get to know the lives they lived. Slavery has deep roots in Connecticut and across New England. Enslaved people helped build the foundation of much ...

Enter your email and we’ll send a secure one-click link to sign in. Please enter a valid email address By clicking on any of the sign up options below, you confirm ...

Killingworth, Connecticut, offers a blend of historical charm, natural beauty, and family-friendly attractions.

But did you know that Mystic Aquarium is not only Connecticut's biggest aquarium, but also its oldest? Dating back to 1973, the aquarium is just over 50 years old, and it has changed significantly ...