What to do and see in Middletown, Connecticut (CT): The Best Museums

February 20, 2022 Misti Hsu

Middletown is a city located in Middlesex County, Connecticut, along the Connecticut River, in the central part of the state, 16 miles (26 km) south of Hartford. In 1650, it was incorporated as a town under its original Indian name, Mattabeseck. It received its present name in 1653. Middletown was included within Hartford County upon its creation on May 10, 1666. In 1784, the central settlement was incorporated as a city distinct from the town. Both were included within newly formed Middlesex County in May 1785. In 1923, the City of Middletown was consolidated with the Town, making the city limits of the city quite extensive.
Restaurants in Middletown

1. General Mansfield House

151 Main St, Middletown, CT 06457-3423 +1 860-346-0746 http://www.middlesexhistory.org/index.htm
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

General Mansfield House

2. Kidcity Children's Museum

119 Washington St, Middletown, CT 06457-2817 +1 860-347-0495 http://www.kidcitymuseum.com/
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4.5 based on 161 reviews

Kidcity Children's Museum

Kidcity is temporarily closed so that we don't add to the coronavirus crisis. We'll re-open when things are getting back to normal! Imagination play for kids from 1 to 7 and their favorite grown-ups. Picked by Yankee Magazine in 2012 as the "Best Indoor Adventure" in New England!

Reviewed By 278cherylm - Coventry, United States

Great pretend play experience for 2-5 year olds! Had two 2 year olds, one 3 year old, and one 4 year old. Loved all the play areas that allow kids to imagine! The dinosaurs tucked into an alcove were a hit when the older two needed a break from the crowd. The boat and fish were popular although the boys fought over the fish! Never enough! The block room was a nice place to calm down and create as well as share with other kids. The oldest boy loved the medieval room, flinging the balls and building with blocks. We brought lunch and had plenty if room to eat and drink before returning to play. I am sad that COVID has limited these play spaces, but look forward to returning when safe. I hope our family membership is pro-rated! I have not checked. Great space, miss KID CITY!

3. Van Vleck Observatory

96 Foss Hl, Middletown, CT 06459-0001 +1 860-685-2130
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Van Vleck Observatory

4. Estate Treasures And Services

134 Main Street Ext, Middletown, CT 06457-3813 +1 860-344-0005 [email protected] http://estatetreasuresandservices.com
Estate Treasures And Services

Our “Amazing Everything Store" is full of fantastic items and antiques! We’re a little biased, but we think you can find some of the best treasures in town right here. Our thrift shop has seven rooms, 20,000 square feet in all. The rooms are adorned with collectibles, antiques, home furnishings & more. Come on in for amazing items at a low price.

438 Main St Suite 304, Middletown, CT 06457-3396 +1 860-356-5843 http://www.pbconnections.com

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