Manchester (pop. 52,000) is located just east of Hartford. The town grew in the early to mid 1800s with the development of the Cheney Brothers Sild Corp. Today the city is a major manufacturing center in the area.
The house was built by Timothy Cheney in 1785. On display are some of the original 18th century furnishings, much of which was bought in Philadelphia by one of the Timothy Cheney's sons.
Hours:
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November ), Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Tips: Open the second Sunday of each month from 1 to 4pm except holidays, and also by appointment. Admission is by donation.
The Lutz Children's Museum, founded in 1953, features interactive displays in the areas of art, history, science, nature, and ethnology. It also maintains a collection of small animals.
Hours:
9am-5pm; Sun:12pm-5pm; Sat:12pm-5pm; Closed: Mon
Always closed on: Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November ), Christmas - Christian (December 25), Easter - Christian