Explore the Rich Heritage at New Haven Museum
Discover the rich history and culture of New Haven at the New Haven Museum, featuring fascinating exhibits and local heritage.
Discover the fascinating history of New Haven at the New Haven Museum, where rich local heritage meets engaging exhibits. Explore artifacts, art, and stories that shape this vibrant community.
A brief summary to New Haven Museum
- 114 Whitney Ave, New Haven, Downtown, Connecticut, 06510, US
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- Wednesday 10 am-5 pm
- Thursday 10 am-5 pm
- Friday 10 am-5 pm
- Saturday 12 pm-5 pm
Local tips
- Plan your visit on a Wednesday or Friday for extended hours and fewer crowds.
- Check the museum's website for special events or temporary exhibitions that may coincide with your visit.
- Consider bringing a notebook; the museum offers engaging insights that are great for jotting down thoughts or reflections.
- Wear comfortable shoes as you may want to explore the nearby downtown area after your museum visit.
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Getting There
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Bus
From Meriden, head to the Meriden Transit Center located at 100 State Street. You can take the CT Transit bus number 1 towards New Haven. Stay on the bus for about 30 minutes. Once you reach the New Haven Green, get off the bus. From there, walk south on Church Street for two blocks until you reach Whitney Avenue, then turn left. The New Haven Museum will be on your right at 114 Whitney Ave.
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Train
Make your way to the Meriden train station located at 60 State Street. Board a Metro-North train towards New Haven. The train ride will take approximately 15-20 minutes. Once you arrive at New Haven Union Station, exit the station and head towards the bus terminal. Take the CT Transit bus number 1 from the bus terminal towards New Haven. Get off at the stop near the New Haven Green. Walk south on Church Street for two blocks, then turn left onto Whitney Avenue. The New Haven Museum will be on your right at 114 Whitney Ave.
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Walking
If you're in the downtown area of Meriden, you can start your walk from the Meriden Green located at 15 State Street. Walk south on State Street until you reach the intersection with East Main Street. Turn right onto East Main Street and continue walking until you reach the Meriden train station. From there, you can catch a train to New Haven as described above, or continue walking on East Main Street, which will eventually turn into South Broad Street. Follow South Broad Street until you reach the New Haven area and then navigate to Whitney Avenue where the museum is located at 114 Whitney Ave.
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