Hartford Police Museum

The Hartford Police Museum offers an array of police themed photographs, literature and memorabilia, detailing the history of the local police force and their role in building the community of Hartford. The museum is located at 101 Pearl Street in downtown. It is the first museum of its kind in the Northeast. The collection features artifacts from the 134 year history of the police department and the Hartford community. The items offer a unique look into the role the force has played in the community and how officers are a vital part of safety and well-being. The memorabilia traces the history from the days of when police patrols were done on horseback. Other exhibits include Women in Policing, Training of Officers and Community Policing Philosophy. Also on display is a real police car. Anyone who is interested in either law enforcement history or the history of Hartford will enjoy a visit to the museum. Other attractions in the Hartford area both locals and visitors might enjoy include the Museum of Connecticut History, the Wadsworth Atheneum, the Connecticut Sports Museum and Hall of Fame, Bushnell Park, the Keney Clock Tower, the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch, Elizabeth Park, Riverside Park, the Mark Twain House, the State Capitol and the Old State House.