Hotel Bond, building in Asylum Street
Hotel Bond is a downtown Hartford, Connecticut building constructed in two phases. The first six-story section opened in 1913, and a twelve-story West Wing was added in 1921, which houses the grand ballroom on its top floor.
Harry S. Bond built the hotel in 1913 on the site of a former restaurant and expanded it with a larger wing in 1921. After his death, competition from newer hotels and financial troubles pushed the building into decline by the 1960s until the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Hartford purchased it in 1965.
Hotel Bond served as a social gathering place where people met for dances, receptions, and special events. The grand ballroom on the top floor represented this role and continues to host weddings and celebrations today.
The building sits on Asylum Street near Bushnell Park and is easily walkable from downtown. Visitors can explore the restored ballroom and appreciate the interior features including marble details and balconies throughout.
A notable radio history connection exists: the lower mezzanine once housed a studio for the show "Good Evening, Good Music," which brought music and news to many listeners. A jewelry store run by a local family in the lobby was also a long-standing landmark within the building.
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