Located in Hartford County, Hartford is the capital of the State of Connecticut and the second largest city with a population of approximately 125,000. However, the metro area is the largest in the state with a population over 1,000,000. Since many of the world's insurance companies are headquartered in Hartford, it has been nicknamed "Insurance Capital of the World". Past notable residents include dictionary author Noah Webster, inventor Sam Colt, and author Mark Twain.
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Recommended Resources
Bradley International Airport (BDL)
Explains the airport’s arriving and departing flights. Includes directions, tips for travelers, and airport administration.
http://www.bradleyairport.com/home/
Provides municipal information including city council, government, business, visitors, attractions and events, department directory, and press releases.
http://www.hartford.gov/
Shows a conference facility that accommodates concerts, conventions, trade shows and other large events. Other sections of the site provide directions and photos of the center.
http://www.ctexpocenter.com/
Publishes news coverage of Hartford’s arts, business, politics, entertainment and social life. There are also obituaries, opinions articles and a way to subscribe to the publication.
http://www.courant.com/
Read about the library’s databases, books, classes and programs for the public. Readers can find the hours of service and search the library’s collections.
http://www.hplct.org/
Promotes future economic growth and business development, supports pro-growth legislation, develops programs for young professionals, and recruits companies from out of state. Includes business resources, alliance initiatives, member directory, and upcoming events.
http://www.metrohartford.com/
Find out about the church’s beliefs, traditions and events. Members and visitors can read the church newsletter, arts program and access Episcopal news.
http://www.trinityhartford.org/
