Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Arch — Attraction in Hartford

Eye-catching structure welcoming visitors to Bushnell Park and the State Capitol. I was curious about its history so I checked the park website and learned that:

"The arch was dedicated on September 17, 1886... to honor the 4,000 Hartford citizens who served in the Civil War, and the 400 who died for the Union... Be sure to read the bronze plaque under the freed slave which honors the 128 African American residents of Hartford who fought for the Union...

This Gothic monument is made of brownstone from Portland, Connecticut, and cost about $60,000 (from the city...

It is a huge arch. This memorial is such a majestic city landmark. Its so beautiful even just driving through or gazing from Bushnell Park. We couldn’t climb but Im sure it would be worth it. This is truly a gem in the middle of the Hartford. Autumn season is the best...

Wow, this was very impressive to see. Stopped to see the capital building and the Corning Fountain and this was here as well. Totally feel we hit a home run, between the building, fountain, and this. All were wonders to behold. Makes Hartford a very magnificent...