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East Hartford is a town of about 51,000 people on the east bank of the Connecticut River, directly across from downtown Hartford. Settled in the 1630s as part of Hartford and incorporated separately in 1783, it became an industrial town in the 20th century as the home of Pratt and Whitney, the aircraft engine maker that still has its headquarters here.
The town's riverfront has been reclaimed for recreation. Great River Park sits on the levee across from the Hartford skyline, with trails, a boat launch and some of the best views of the capital city, linked to downtown Hartford by the Founders Bridge. The Hockanum River Linear Trail and the Charter Oak Greenway follow green corridors through town for walking and biking.
On the site of the former Rentschler Field airport, Pratt and Whitney Stadium hosts UConn football, international soccer and concerts. Wickham Park, on the border with Manchester, offers gardens and woodland trails, and Hartford's museums and the Connecticut Science Center are minutes away across the river.
A riverfront park on the east bank of the Connecticut River with paved paths, a boat launch, an amphitheater and wide views of the Hartford skyline across the water. It connects to downtown Hartford on foot via the Founders Bridge. Come at sunset for photos of the skyline lights.
A large private park on the East Hartford and Manchester line with themed gardens including Japanese, Irish and Italian gardens, a small aviary, ponds, ball fields and woodland trails. It is open to the public from spring to fall. A small parking fee applies; it is lovely in spring bloom.
A 38,000-seat stadium on the site of the former Rentschler Field airport, home of UConn Huskies football and host to international soccer matches and concerts. Tailgating is a big part of game days. Check the event calendar and buy parking in advance for big games.
A trail following the Hockanum River through woods and wetlands in East Hartford, part of a longer greenway planned through several towns. It is good for quiet walks and spotting herons, hawks and songbirds. Some sections are unpaved and can be muddy, so wear sturdy shoes.
A paved multi-use trail of about 10 miles running east from East Hartford toward Manchester and Bolton, part of the East Coast Greenway. It crosses the Hockanum River on a footbridge and passes parks and neighborhoods. It is good for cycling; some stretches run beside busy highways.
The Raymond Library on Main Street, the main building of the East Hartford Public Library, with reading rooms, local history materials and community programs. It anchors the town center near the green and town hall. Visitors are welcome; combine a stop here with a short walk along Main Street.
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