Coltsville Historic District, National Historic Landmark District in Hartford, US
The 260-acre industrial complex includes the Colt Armory, worker housing, Armsmear mansion, and community facilities near downtown Hartford.
Samuel Colt established his firearms manufacturing facility in 1848, introducing mechanical innovations that revolutionized mass production methods in America.
The Church of the Good Shepherd incorporates architectural elements modeled after gun parts, reflecting the district's connection to firearms manufacturing.
Visitors can participate in ranger-guided walking tours every Saturday and Sunday at 10 am and 2 pm from the Colt Monument entrance.
The reconstructed armory features a blue onion dome decorated with gold stars, topped by a golden orb and a rampant colt figure.
Location: Hartford
Elevation above the sea: 9 m
GPS coordinates: 41.75386,-72.67473
Latest update: March 6, 2025 23:24
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