West Hartford

West Hartford is a town located in Connecticut in the eastern part of the United States. It was founded in the 1700s and its primary focus was agricultural at that time. Archeological evidence suggests that the Wampanoag Indians used West Hartford as one of their winter camps at one time....

West Hartford is a town located in Connecticut in the eastern part of the United States. It was founded in the 1700s and its primary focus was agricultural at that time. Archeological evidence suggests that the Wampanoag Indians used West Hartford as one of their winter camps at one time. Originally part of the larger Hartford, West Hartford was officially incorporated in 1854. Students enrolled in English school in West Hartford might enjoy visiting some of the historical sites in the area. The Noah Webster House and West Hartford’s Historical Society located in the restored birthplace and childhood home of Noah Webster, the creator of the first American dictionary. The museum includes the historic house, exhibition galleries, a one room schoolhouse theater and a permanent collection of artifacts relating to Noah Webster. The city of West Hartford has grown from a simple colonial settlement to a thriving small city complete with unique restaurants, convenient shopping while still maintaining its roots. Students taking English courses in West Hartford can engage in all the modern endeavors while still having an opportunity to learn about West Hartford’s past by visiting places like Westmoor Park. It is a working ‘demonstration’ farm complete with wildflower meadows, gardens, trails and ponds, allowing visitors to step back to West Hartford’s more humble beginnings. One of West Hartford’s more recent additions is Blue Back Square, a unique venue that includes shopping, restaurants, spas and entertainment including live music. Whether learning about its history, or enjoying its present, visitors to New Hartford will it to be a charming and welcoming place.