Last updated: April 29, 2021
Thing to Do
Coltsville Self-Guided Tours
Photo Credit: NPS/Nick Caito
Welcome to Coltsville National Historical Park!
While we are not yet an established park, we encouraged you to get out and explore the sites in this historic location. Using the Coltsville NHP App, explore this industrial city on a self-guided walking tour, visiting at eleven different sites all while learning about Samuel Colt and Elizabeth Hart Jarvis Colt. As you walk this historic district, take a moment to reflect upon the ingenuity of a man and how Samuel and Elizabeth changed the landscape and history of Hartford and the United States.
Many of these locations are now private residences and are not open to the public, therefore please be respectful of the current residents while walking the grounds of Coltsville.
Details
Duration
20-120 Minutes
Complete as many stops as you'd like. Our longest tour is about 2 hrs.
Activity
Self-Guided Tours - Walking
The East Armory Complex is the hub of all our self-guided tours. From here you'll begin your tour or be directed to the start point.
Age(s)
Visitor of all age can enjoy this self-guided tour. Children should be accompanied by an adult.
Pets Allowed
Yes
Pets must be on a six-feet leash. Pick up all pet waste and deposit in trash receptacles.
Activity Fee
No
No fees required.
Location
East Armory Complex
At the East Armory Complex, you will find parking and where you will start your walking tour or be guided to your starting point. As this is a place of business and residence, please be respectful of individuals in the area.
Reservations
No
Season
Year Round
Time of Day
Day
Accessibility Information
Most of these sites are accessible by city sidewalk or brief road sections. The route is generally flat but uphill towards the Colt Monument, then downhill through Colt Park and flat back to the East Armory Complex.