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Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
155 Temple Street
New Haven, CT 06511
203-772-6664
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Sophisticated and refined, the Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale surrounds you with an atmosphere of luxurious comfort and unparalleled service. This richly appointed four-diamond hotel is nestled in downtown New Haven, just steps from the historic campus of Yale University, the New Haven Town Green, a wide selection of museums, the Shubert Theater and quaint boutique shopping. Enjoy breathtaking views from many of the guest room accommodations and from John Davenport's restaurant. Close to Union Square Metro Line and Amtrak connections and just fifty miles from Hartford Bradley International Airport.
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Website: http://www.omnihotels.com/FindAHotel/NewHavenYale.aspx
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Yale Center for British Art
1080 Chapel Street
New Haven, CT 06511
203-432-2800
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Hours: Tues-Sat 10-5, Sun 12-5. Closed Mondays & major holidays: New Years Day, Memorial Day, July 4, Thanksgiving, December 24 & 25.
Admission: Free |
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Website: http://www.yale.edu/ycba
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Presented to the university by Paul Mellon (Class of 1929)‚ the Yale Center for British Art houses the largest and most comprehensive collection of British art outside the United Kingdom, exhibited in a striking building designed by American architect Louis I. Kahn. The collection of paintings‚ sculpture‚ drawings‚ prints‚ rare books‚ and manuscripts reflects the development of British art‚ life‚ and thought from the Elizabethan period onward. The Center offers a year-round schedule of exhibitions and educational programs‚ including films‚ concerts‚ lectures‚ tours‚ and special events. The Yale University Art Gallery, also designed by architect Louis Kahn, is located across the street. |
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Scoozzi Trattoria and Wine Bar
1104 Chapel St.
New Haven, CT 06511
203-776-8268
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"This convivial Downtown New Haven Italian proffers “imaginative pastas” and “superb desserts”; an A+ goes to the patio and to the Sunday brunch with live jazz. - ZAGAT SURVEY
Located in the heart of Downtown New Haven's cultural center, Scoozzi is adjacent to the The Yale Repertory Theater, the Yale Center for British Art, and the Yale Art Gallery, and just a little over two blocks from the Shubert Theater.
Wide selection of innovative pastas, hand grilled thin crust pizzettes, fresh seafood features and more! Outdoor dining in season. Open for lunch and dinner.
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Website: http://www.scoozzi.com
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Yale Repertory Theatre
1120 Chapel St.
New Haven, CT 06511
203-787-4282
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Founded in 1966, Yale Repertory Theatre is one of America’s leading professional theaters. Each season, Yale Rep produces exciting new plays and bold interpretations of the classics, with performances by respected actors including Amy Brenneman, Glenn Close, Colleen Dewhurst, Danny Glover, William Hurt, Samuel L. Jackson, James Earl Jones, Laura Linney, Jason Robards, David Strathairn, and Sam Waterston. A champion of new work, Yale Rep has produced nearly 100 world and American premieres by playwrights such as Lee Blessing, Athol Fugard, Marcus Gardley, John Guare, Wendy MacLeod, Terrence McNally, Richard Nelson, Suzan-Lori Parks, Sarah Ruhl, Sam Shepard, Derek Walcott, and August Wilson. Ten Yale Rep productions have advanced to Broadway, garnering nearly forty Tony® Award nominations and eight awards, and Yale Rep itself has been honored with the Tony® Award for Outstanding Regional Theater.
The theatre is adjacent to Yale Center for British Art |
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Website: http://www.yale.edu/yalerep/
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Yale University Art Gallery
1111 Chapel Street (at York)
New Haven, CT 06511
203-432-0600
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Hours: Tues-Sat 10-5, Sun 1-6, Thursdays 'til 8 September-June. Closed Mondays and major holidays.
Admission: Free |
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Website: http://artgallery.yale.edu
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The Yale University Art Gallery is a fine-arts museum for the community, presenting works of art from ancient times to the present day -- and open year-round free of charge. One of the oldest college art museums in the world, the Gallery was founded in 1832 when artist-patriot John Trumbull gave over one hundred of his paintings to Yale College. Trumbull’s original paintings of the American Revolution are now joined by a collection of objects from around the world. Permanent-collection galleries showcase artworks from twentieth-century Africa, portraits from ancient Greece, Chinese paintings from the Tang dynasty, Renaissance drawings, modernist sculpture and masterworks of American painting and decorative arts, to name a few. The Gallery’s main building, designed by American architect Louis Kahn, is a masterpiece of modern architecture and design. It has recently undergone a comprehensive renovation, which marks the beginning of a complete renovation of all three of the Gallery’s buildings, increasing both exhibition space and teaching facilities. The Gallery is located across Chapel Street from the Yale Center for British Art, designed by Kahn in 1974, and the last of his buildings on which construction was begun during his lifetime. |
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Atticus Book Store & Café
1082 Chapel St.
New Haven, CT 06511
203-776-4040
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This funky (and popular with the Yale crowd) bookstore offers an expansive selection for all ages and tastes, plus a fun adjoining cafe to grab a bite or drink and to further enjoy the literary experience. The store faces busy Chapel Street and if you are lucky enough to grab a place by the window, you can add people watching to the experience. Close to the Yale University Art Gallery and other Yale attractions, Atticus is a great place for the bookish as well as the hungry tourist. Good coffee, soup and sandwiches, pastries and a variety of fresh breads among the books. Hours: daily 7 a.m.-midnight |
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Website: http://www.insiderpages.com/b/3712101439
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Yale Campus Tour & and Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library
149 Elm Street (Visitor Center)
New Haven, CT 06510
203-432-2300
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Yale College students provide a glimpse into the history and architecture of the University. Hear about Yale's rich 300-year history and aspects of student life at several of Yale's twelve residential colleges. The tour also includes the Gothic Sterling Memorial Library, Yale's largest, and the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library. Constructed with more than one hundred panels of translucent marble, the Beinecke is home to one of the world's preeminent collections of rare materials, including the Gutenberg Bible.
Tours depart from the Visitor Center (149 Elm Street) and last about 1 hour 15 minutes. No fee or appointment needed for these regular tours. A video about campus life is offered 15 minutes before each of these scheduled tours. Guided Tours: Mon–Fri: 10:30am & 2pm, Sat–Sunday: 1:30pm. Self-guided tours with Blue Trail map or MP3 player.
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Website: http://www.yale.edu/visitor/tours.html
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Union League Cafe
1032 Chapel St.
New Haven, CT 06511
203-562-4299
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Voted #1 restaurant in the State by Connecticut Magazine 2006 & 2007, The Union League Cafe occupies the historic Sherman Building and is a French inspired brasserie designed to create a lively but unpressured atmosphere. The Union League Cafe is sought after for its good food, valuable provincial wines, attentive service and appreciated for its relaxed attitude. |
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Website: http://www.unionleaguecafe.com
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Shubert Performing Arts
247 College St.
New Haven, CT 06511
203-562-5666
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Since its opening in 1914, the Shubert Theater has earned the title "Birthplace of the Nation's Greatest Hits" like Oklahoma and South Pacific. Now a not-for-profit, full-service performing arts institution which presents the best of Broadway, dance, music, cabaret and family entertainment. Backstage tours by appointment. Handicap accessible. |
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Website: http://www.capa.com/newhaven/
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Caffe Bottega
908 Chapel Street (at Temple)
New Haven, CT 06511
203-624-6200
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At the corner of Temple and Chapel Streets in downtown New Haven, this 4,000 square-foot Caffe Bottega offers Italian-style breakfasts, i.e. authentic Italian cappuccino, espresso and pastries; an expansive lunch bar where patrons can create their own salads, pizzas, panini and stir-fried meals; a laid-back dinner menu that encourages sharing among friends; a full bar with fine wines and libations; and gorgeous, house-made gelato available morning, noon and night. Live entertainment at night in a cabaret-style setting.
Hours: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays.
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Website: http://www.bottegagiuliana.net
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Bruce Museum
One Museum Drive
Greenwich, CT 06830
203-869-0376
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Hours: Tues-Sat 10-5, Sun 1-5. Last admission 4:30. Closed Mondays and major holidays. Note: Art Pass not valid May 22-23 & Oct 9-10, 2010.
Admission: Adults $7, seniors (65+) & students (5-22 w/valid ID) $6, under 5 free. Free admission to all on Tuesdays 10-5. |
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Website: http://www.brucemuseum.org
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Gateway to Fairfield County offering over twelve changing exhibitions of fine art, photography, ethnology and natural science in park setting near Long Island Sound. Walking distance to luxury hotel and Greenwich shops and boutiques.
Note: $25 Art Pass is NOT valid May 22-23 and October 9-10, 2010. |
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Greenwich Historical Society/Bush-Holley Historic Site
39 Strickland Road (I-95 to exit 4)
Cos Cob/Greenwich, CT 06807
203-869-6899
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Hours: Museum Gallery Hours: March-Dec., open Wed-Sun, 12-4. Jan and Feb, open Fri-Sun, 12-4. Docent-led tours of Bush-Holley House at 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 on days open. Closed Monday and Tuesdays and major holidays.
Admission: Adults $10, seniors & students $8, children 6 and under. Members free. |
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Website: http://www.hstg.org
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Bush-Holley House is the centerpiece of the Greenwich Historical Society's site on Cos Cob Harbor in Greenwich. A unique presentation provides visitors with two distinct time periods -- the New Nation (1790-1825) and the Cos Cob Art Colony (1890-1920). Eight evocative, well-documented rooms within the house feature art, furnishings and objects from these two periods, while the historic buildings, landscape and gardens evoke the turn of the twentieth century when Cos Cob became an art colony and cradle of American Impressionism. The Storehouse museum gallery features changing exhibitions. |
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Weir Farm National Historic Site
735 Nod Hill Road
Wilton/Ridgefield, CT 06897
203-834-1896
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Hours: The grounds are open to the public year-round from dawn to dusk.
Visitor Center: May-Oct Wed-Sun 9:00-5:00; Nov-Apr Thurs-Sun 10:00-4:00.
Admission: Free |
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Website: http://www.nps.gov/wefa
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Weir Farm National Historic Site, Connecticut's only National Park Service site, preserves the home and studios of three generations of artists, American impressionist J. Alden Weir, Mahonri and Dorothy Weir Young, and Sperry and Doris Andrews, as well as the landscape that inspired their work. Programs and tours are offered year-round. Other activities include nature walks, hiking, bird watching, photography and Take Part in Art during scheduled times with art supplies provided free of charge. Junior Ranger activities are available for children. The 60-acre farm is located in both Wilton and Ridgefield, approximately 60 miles from NYC and ten minutes from The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum.
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Greater New Haven Regional Tourism District
59 Elm Street
New Haven, CT 06510
800-332-7829
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Regional tourism website on Greater New Haven's full range of attractions, lodging, dining, arts and entertainment, recreation, etc. |
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Website: http://www.visitnewhaven.com
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