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The Mark Twain House & Museum

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The Mark Twain House & Museum is a historic landmark located in Hartford, Connecticut, dedicated to the life and works of one of America’s greatest …

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Nov 8, 2024
A lovely old home; very well furnished and cozy! Our guide shared many casual insights into Mark Twain's family life accompanied by family photographs. It is situated conveniently and there is plenty… Full review by Eve B
Nov 7, 2024
Reserved tickets online in advance (recommended). Lobby/waiting area is nice. Bathrooms clean, decent gift shop. Ample parking. Tour guide was knowledgeable, if somewhat stern. Not much time to chec… Full review by 355stefang
Oct 27, 2024
I am so glad I took the time while here ti take the living history tour. It was a great experience. I grew up in the area and wanted to imagine the history of Mark Twain and his family. Full review by RonB4610
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Hartford's Mark Twain House is the birthplace of famed American author Mark Twain, otherwise known as Samuel Clemens. The restored hou…
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The Mark Twain House and Museum in Hartford, Connecticut, was the home of Samuel Langhorne Clemens and his family from 187…
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This home on Farmington Avenue is where Mark Twain lived from 1874 until he moved to Europe (due to bankruptcy) in 1891. It is also …
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The Mark Twain House and Museum in Hartford, Connecticut, was the home of Samuel Langhorne Clemens (Mark Twain) and his fa…
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Located:351 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, Connecticut
Construction completed:1874
Architect:Edward Tuckerman Potter
Architectural style:Victorian Gothic

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Are pets allowed?
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I don't believe so.
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I can only tour the first floor due to not being able to climb stairs, while my husband can tour the whole house...is it OK that …
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I can only tour the first floor due to not being able to climb stairs, while my husband can tour the whole house...is it OK that I stay only to the first floor on the tour and then go into the gift shop?
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The staff at the House Museum are very accommodating. I am sure that they will work out a plan for you. The main florr is the best area of the house to visit
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Answer by John R · Oct 5, 2020
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Are you able to check luggage (we will be coming by Lift on our way to the airport).
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Unfortunately they do not have a space for checking luggage. However, if you ask at the information desk they may allow you to temporarily store your luggage there while you enjoy …
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Unfortunately they do not have a space for checking luggage. However, if you ask at the information desk they may allow you to temporarily store your luggage there while you enjoy the house and museum.
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Is the house decorated for the Christmas holidays?
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As it is a restored museum, I don't know how much they would actually decorate without compromising the integrity of the home furnishings. Best to check on the website or call them …
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As it is a restored museum, I don't know how much they would actually decorate without compromising the integrity of the home furnishings. Best to check on the website or call them directly; they may have special viewings or presentations in accord with the festive occasion without using decorations. it's a beautiful place to visit in any season.
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Has anyone visited the Nook Cafe? What types of food? Is it good? Is it affordable?
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On Friday at 1230 all they had was one roast beef sandwich,and some desserts and potato chips. Unapologetic, the attendant said "we close in two hours."Having driven an hour to …
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On Friday at 1230 all they had was one roast beef sandwich,and some desserts and potato chips. Unapologetic, the attendant said "we close in two hours."Having driven an hour to meet there for lunch pre-tour, we spent fifteen bucks on two cokes and three small bags of chips. So beware.
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