The Museum of Connecticut History is the home of some of the nation’s most important collections showcasing Connecticut’s history. Most of our collections focus on our state’s military, political, and industrial history, and all three collecting areas showcase what makes Connecticut unique! 

Our permanent and changing exhibits trace the growth of Connecticut and its
role in the development of the nation from the Colonial era to the
present. Our main gallery, the spectacular Memorial Hall features portraits of Connecticut Governors, founding documents like the 1693 Fundamental Orders, and the 1662 Royal Charter famed for being hidden in the Charter Oak.