Connecticut State Library

The Connecticut State Library is a state library in Hartford that holds extensive collections of books, archives, and government records from the entire history of Connecticut. The facility organizes its holdings by different subjects and time periods, and provides researchers with digital resources and support services.

The library was founded in 1854 and became the official repository for Connecticut state documents and historical materials. Over more than a century and a half, it has remained the central place where the state preserves records of its past.

The library holds collections of manuscripts, photographs, and maps that document how different Connecticut communities developed over time. When you walk through these sections, you can see personal records and documents that tell the story of people who lived in the state.

The library is open Monday through Friday from 10 AM to 4 PM and is located on Capitol Avenue. Keep in mind that it closes on weekends and holidays, though digital access to many collections is available online.

The Connecticut Digital Newspaper Project digitizes historical newspapers as part of a Library of Congress initiative to preserve state media heritage. This program makes old newspaper editions searchable and accessible to researchers everywhere.

Operator: State of Connecticut

Phone: +18607576500

Website: https://ctstatelibrary.org

GPS coordinates: 41.76228,-72.68316

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:02