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Canton Historical Museums — Attraction in Canton

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Canton Historical Museums
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Nearby attractions
Collins Company Axe Factory
50 Depot St, Canton, CT 06019, United States
Nearby restaurants
Lasalle Market and Deli
104 Main St, Collinsville, CT 06019
Lisa’s Crown & Hammer Restaurant & Pub
3 Depot St, Collinsville, CT 06019, United States
ABC Pizza & Restaurant
9 River St, Collinsville, CT 06019
Grindstone Tavern
3 River St, Canton, CT 06019
Lasalle's Only Sweeter
104 Main St, Collinsville, CT 06019
Nearby local services
Antiques on the Farmington
10 Depot St, Canton, CT 06019
Collinsville Canoe & Kayak
41 Bridge St, Collinsville, CT 06019
Bridge Street Live
41 Bridge St, Collinsville, CT 06019
Center Spirit Shoppe
32 Bridge St, Collinsville, CT 06019
The Findery
122 Main St, Canton, CT 06019
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Canton Historical Museums

11 Front St, Collinsville, CT 06019
4.7(33)
Open until 12:00 AM
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attractions: Collins Company Axe Factory, restaurants: Lasalle Market and Deli, Lisa’s Crown & Hammer Restaurant & Pub, ABC Pizza & Restaurant, Grindstone Tavern, Lasalle's Only Sweeter, local businesses: Antiques on the Farmington, Collinsville Canoe & Kayak, Bridge Street Live, Center Spirit Shoppe, The Findery
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(860) 693-2793
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cantonmuseum.org
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Nearby attractions of Canton Historical Museums

Collins Company Axe Factory

Collins Company Axe Factory

Collins Company Axe Factory

4.5

(10)

Open 24 hours
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Nearby restaurants of Canton Historical Museums

Lasalle Market and Deli

Lisa’s Crown & Hammer Restaurant & Pub

ABC Pizza & Restaurant

Grindstone Tavern

Lasalle's Only Sweeter

Lasalle Market and Deli

Lasalle Market and Deli

4.5

(398)

$

Open until 12:00 AM
Click for details
Lisa’s Crown & Hammer Restaurant & Pub

Lisa’s Crown & Hammer Restaurant & Pub

4.2

(287)

$$

Open until 1:00 AM
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ABC Pizza & Restaurant

ABC Pizza & Restaurant

4.7

(135)

$

Open until 9:00 PM
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Grindstone Tavern

Grindstone Tavern

4.2

(111)

$

Open until 1:00 AM
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Nearby local services of Canton Historical Museums

Antiques on the Farmington

Collinsville Canoe & Kayak

Bridge Street Live

Center Spirit Shoppe

The Findery

Antiques on the Farmington

Antiques on the Farmington

4.5

(125)

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Collinsville Canoe & Kayak

Collinsville Canoe & Kayak

4.7

(216)

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Bridge Street Live

Bridge Street Live

4.6

(68)

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Center Spirit Shoppe

Center Spirit Shoppe

4.6

(34)

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Kim V.Kim V.
Canton Historical Museum is located in Collinsville. It opened as a museum in 1970, however, the building was there for much longer. It was built around 1865 for the Collins Axe Company and had various uses. Plows were manufactured there then it was converted to a recreational spot for the employees. Parking is ample, right on the Farmington Trail. There are 3 floors to explore. I was surprised at how intricate and organized the place was. I am a huge fan of history so this was exciting for me. The main floor was made to look like the old barber shop, general store, Victorian rooms, and more. Our favorite floor was the third floor, there is a working toy train located in a miniature Collinsville and nearby spots. It was so meticulous and beautifully designed. You can press the button for the train to go around and even pull the lever to make the horn sound. There were so many items from the Collins Axe Company, various items from Victorian times, and a research library. Yes, I think it's worth a visit!
Susan WoodmanSusan Woodman
Hidden gem in town of Collinsville. Three floors of history housed in a huge building next to former factory buildings of the Collins ax factory. A glimpse of the past worth learning about. There's a huge replica of the mills complete with functioning trains old and young will enjoy. We were able to tour by special appointment. Entrance fee is by donation which we were very happy to support.
Margaret HonanMargaret Honan
12.5.21 What an incredible experience this was. We sometimes forget how amazing CT is and all the free things there are to enjoy. Not only is this a great historical venue but it was a fun experience for the entire family. We learned about Canton, Collinsville. And also enjoyed their Gallery of Trees 2021. Perfect day.
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Canton Historical Museum is located in Collinsville. It opened as a museum in 1970, however, the building was there for much longer. It was built around 1865 for the Collins Axe Company and had various uses. Plows were manufactured there then it was converted to a recreational spot for the employees. Parking is ample, right on the Farmington Trail. There are 3 floors to explore. I was surprised at how intricate and organized the place was. I am a huge fan of history so this was exciting for me. The main floor was made to look like the old barber shop, general store, Victorian rooms, and more. Our favorite floor was the third floor, there is a working toy train located in a miniature Collinsville and nearby spots. It was so meticulous and beautifully designed. You can press the button for the train to go around and even pull the lever to make the horn sound. There were so many items from the Collins Axe Company, various items from Victorian times, and a research library. Yes, I think it's worth a visit!
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Hidden gem in town of Collinsville. Three floors of history housed in a huge building next to former factory buildings of the Collins ax factory. A glimpse of the past worth learning about. There's a huge replica of the mills complete with functioning trains old and young will enjoy. We were able to tour by special appointment. Entrance fee is by donation which we were very happy to support.
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12.5.21 What an incredible experience this was. We sometimes forget how amazing CT is and all the free things there are to enjoy. Not only is this a great historical venue but it was a fun experience for the entire family. We learned about Canton, Collinsville. And also enjoyed their Gallery of Trees 2021. Perfect day.
Margaret Honan

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5.0
26w

Canton Historical Museum is located in Collinsville. It opened as a museum in 1970, however, the building was there for much longer. It was built around 1865 for the Collins Axe Company and had various uses. Plows were manufactured there then it was converted to a recreational spot for the employees.

Parking is ample, right on the Farmington Trail. There are 3 floors to explore. I was surprised at how intricate and organized the place was. I am a huge fan of history so this was exciting for me. The main floor was made to look like the old barber shop, general store, Victorian rooms, and more.

Our favorite floor was the third floor, there is a working toy train located in a miniature Collinsville and nearby spots. It was so meticulous and beautifully designed. You can press the button for the train to go around and even pull the lever to make the horn sound.

There were so many items from the Collins Axe Company, various items from Victorian times, and a research library. Yes, I think it's...

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5.0
27w

We visited the museum while stopping in Collinsville via the bike path. We will definitely be back, there is so much to see inside. From the expected displays and information about the factory, to the unexpected collections of native tools, Victorian era ephemera, and truly curious items like the Fisk casket. There’s something in there for everyone! We were given a tour around the building by one of the volunteers who provided so much interesting background about the collections. Many times we’ve stopped along the trail in Collinsville and wondered what was inside the Historical Society building, totally...

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5.0
6y

This museum's depiction of life going back over two hundred years in canton/collinsville time has wonderful photos furniture tools equipment all donated by local families and businesses Its cobweb free! make sure to spend time in the basement and follow the refurbished train layout on the third floor It's a guided by knolgable people that can answer your questions with three floors of...

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