Butler-McCook Homestead Review

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Butler-McCook Homestead

Fodor's Review:

Hartford's oldest house was built in 1782 and continuously occupied by the same family until 1971. Inside are furnishings, family possessions, antiques, and Victorian-era toys that show the evolution of American taste over time. The beautifully restored Victorian garden, originally designed by Jacob Weidenmann, is a must-see.

  • Cost: $7
  • Open: May-Dec., Wed.-Sat. 10-4 (1st Thurs. of most months until 8), Sun. 1-4; Jan.-Apr., Sat. 10-4, Sun. 1-4
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Reviewed by bachslunch from US on 10/19/08
Very attractive house to visit, on the minus side not as essential a visit as the Mark Twain House, on the plus side located right downtown. Has a little museum and plenty of personal effects, as well as a nice garden space out back.

Member Rating: 3.2
Ratings details: Experience: 3.0 Ease: 4.0 Value: 3.0 Don't Miss: 3.0
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