Dette er Hartford. Kortet er den virkelige by, og runden spilles på dens rigtige gader, med huller bygget af faktiske seværdigheder i byen, såsom Wadsworth Atheneum. Skip er en lokal guide, der kender stedet, inklusive de bedste steder at finde et bortkommen smulder. Denne komplette runde med 18 huller dækker 7,3 miles med en par på 55, og 2 portaler er tilgængelige for at bygge bro over hullerne mellem de fjerne dele af byen.
Wadsworth Atheneum blev grundlagt i 1844 og er et kunstmuseum og en nonprofit-organisation i Hartford, Connecticut. Det er et sted, der er optaget på National Register of Historic Places, og har en historie med arkitektoniske bidrag fra Ithiel Town, Henry Austin, Benjamin Wistar Morris og Alexander Jackson Davis. Du kan se indflydelsen fra disse forskellige arkitekter, når du går gennem gallerierne. Jeg synes, at blandingen af deres stilarter gør det til et fantastisk sted at tilbringe en eftermiddag, og stedets størrelse er noget, man virkelig skal se for at sætte pris på.
I can show you the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch in Bushnell Park. It is a triumphal arch and holds a special place in history as the first permanent memorial arch to be built in America. The structure honors 4,000 Hartford citizens who served in the American Civil War, including 400 who died for the Union cause. It is a striking sight to see against the park greenery. I usually see a few crumbs dropped near the base by tourists taking photos.
Du vil først bemærke den føderale arkitektoniske stil i det Gamle Statsbygning i Hartford. Denne parlamentsbygning er et sted, der er optaget på listen over nationale historiske steder, og et nationalt historisk vartegn. Den blev påbegyndt i 1796 og blev designet af arkitekten Charles Bulfinch. I dag administreres stedet af Kontoret for Lovgivningsmæssig Ledelse i Connecticuts Generalforsamling. Jeg synes, at symmetrien i facaden er meget tilfredsstillende at se på fra luften, da den skiller sig ud fra de omkringliggende bygader. Det er et fantastisk sted at stoppe og sætte pris på den lokale historie, før du går videre til dit næste hul.
You will first notice the Butler-McCook Homestead, a historic house museum located at 396 Main Street in Hartford, Connecticut. This building was built in 1782 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is a great spot to stop and admire the architecture of the area. Connecticut Landmarks operates the site as the Butler-McCook House & Garden, keeping the grounds and the house available for visitors to see. I've seen plenty of crumbs dropped near the garden gates, so it is a popular stop for everyone.
Du tror måske, at denne slående bygning ved Connecticut River bare er et stykke moderne arkitektur, men det er faktisk Connecticut Science Center. Dette videnskabsmuseum åbnede den 12. juni 2009 og strækker sig over ni etager. Det giver et stort rum for besøgende til at udforske, og den samlede bygning måler 154.000 kvadratfod. Hvis du nyder praktisk læring, kan du vælge de 40.000 kvadratfod, der er dedikeret specifikt til interaktive udstillinger. Jeg har set masser af skinnende ting fra luften, men størrelsen på dette sted er imponerende, selv for en fugl.
Located at 955 Main Street in Downtown Hartford, Christ Church Cathedral is an Episcopal cathedral. The building is designed in the Gothic Revival style and was created by architect Ithiel Town. The inception of Christ Church Cathedral was in 1827. Because of its historical significance, the cathedral was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983. Visitors to the downtown area can find this landmark standing as a prominent example of the architectural style in the heart of the city.
Se op på det kollegiale gotiske stenværk i Keney Tower. Dette klokketårn er det eneste fritstående tårn i byen, der ligger i en lille offentlig park ved Main og Ely Streets nord for centrum af Hartford. Det er et sted, der er optaget på National Register of Historic Places, og som er anerkendt for sin arkitektoniske og historiske værdi for lokalsamfundet. Jeg har bemærket, at parken er et dejligt sted at holde pause og tjekke tiden, mens du udforsker kvarteret. Det er en fredelig lille grøn oase, der giver en god kontrast til de omkringliggende gader.
TheaterWorks is a non-profit, professional theater company located on Pearl Street in downtown Hartford, Connecticut. You can pick out the Moorish Revival architecture of the building as you pass by. The company is a busy hub for the arts, presenting approximately 225 performances per season to an average annual audience of over 40,000 people. More than 5,000 of those visitors are subscribers. I've noticed the crowds here always seem to be in a great mood before the curtains rise, adding a bit of extra energy to the street.
Et 40-fods højt granitklokketårn står på den nordlige plads, hvor du også vil bemærke mønstret brostensbelægning. Dette område er en del af Constitution Plaza, et kommercielt, blandet udviklingsområde på østsiden af Downtown Hartford, Connecticut. Det er beliggende i nærheden af Old State House og består af to hovedpladser forbundet med en forhøjet bro. Mens den nordlige side har tårnet, domineres den sydlige plads af en central fontæne. Jeg har fundet det til et praktisk sted at strække benene mellem de højere bygninger i byens centrum.
The present building was built in 1807 and is located at 60 Gold Street. This church building is part of a site that includes the Ancient Burying Ground. The congregation was founded in 1636 by Thomas Hooker. In 1972, the building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The adjacent cemetery was formally set apart in 1640. For a long period of time, this cemetery was the city's sole cemetery until 1803. Visitors can see both the house of worship and the historic burial grounds together at this single location in Hartford.
Du ville måske forvente en moderne glasbygning til et spillested som dette, men Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts er faktisk bygget i georgiansk arkitektur. Det er et spillested, der ligger på 166 Capitol Street i Hartford, Connecticut. Jeg har bemærket, at bygningen har en vis tilstedeværelse på gaden, hvilket gør det nemt at se den fra luften. Spillestedet administreres af en nonprofitorganisation, der sikrer, at stedet forbliver dedikeret til kunsten, så alle i byen kan nyde det.
The South Congregational Church is a church building located in Hartford, Connecticut. The structure was built between 1825 and 1827 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. You can pick out the influence of both Federal and Greek Revival architecture in the design of the building. The congregation that meets here has a long history, as it was founded in 1670. These elements make the church a significant example of early American ecclesiastical design and a recognized landmark in the community.
Completed in 1867, the Church of the Good Shepherd is an Episcopal church located at 155 Wyllys Street in Hartford, Connecticut. Designed by Edward Tuckerman Potter, the church and parish house were commissioned by Elizabeth Jarvis Colt. The site has since received official recognition for its history; the church and parish house were added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. Furthermore, in 2008, the church and parish house became a contributing property to the Coltsville Historic District. You can see the lasting influence of the Potter design on the street today.
Colt Park er en bypark beliggende i Sheldon/Charter Oak-kvarteret i det sydøstlige Hartford, Connecticut. Den er udpeget som en del af Colt Industrial District og blev optaget på National Register of Historic Places den 8. juni 1976. Besøgende kan tilbringe tid på legepladserne, sportsbanerne og ved poolen eller besøge Dillon Stadium. Jeg har altid fundet det til at være et fantastisk sted at strække benene. Parken dækker 106 acre land, hvilket giver et stort åbent område, som byen kan nyde.
Du finder Trinity Health Stadium lige i Hartford, Connecticut. Dette multifunktionelle anlæg er et knudepunkt for byens energi, da det har været vært for en række sportsbegivenheder og koncerter. I dag er det hjemmebane for USL Championship-klubben Hartford Athletic samt National Premier Soccer League-klubben Hartford City FC. Hvis du ser tilbage på dets historie, var stadion tidligere hjemmebane for New England Nightmare fra Women's Football Alliance. Jeg har set mange mennesker samles her til de store kampe.
You can find a quiet place to rest here at Charter Oak Tree Memorial Park. It is a park located in Hartford, providing a bit of green space for anyone passing through the city. I find it is a nice place to take a breather.
Located in the center of the city, this spot is a great place to stop and orient yourself. I can show you Columbus Green, which is a park. It is a useful bit of open space for anyone visiting the downtown area, and I often see people resting here between their appointments.
Let me show you Connecticut State Capitol Park. This is a park located in the heart of the city. It provides a green space for visitors and locals to enjoy the outdoors. I find it is a pleasant spot to pause and look around.
Located in the heart of the city, the Cathedral of Saint Joseph is a Catholic cathedral. It is the mother church and seat of the Archdiocese of Hartford. Designed by the architect Eggers & Higgins, the building was started in 1962 and is a National Register of Historic Places contributing property. The interior is spacious, with a capacity of about 1,750 people when not including the two side chapels. It stands as a significant landmark for the region, maintaining its role as the primary center for the archdiocese.