Whitewater kayaking and rafting are some water recreation activities that are not for the fainthearted. When you find yourself traversing the water's natural forces, the adrenaline rush is unlike anything you've ever experienced. You can experience it in Hartford by taking to the Salmon River by way of the Jeremy River to Route 16 to experience some of the best rides that the river has to offer.
Radiance and sparkle are words that are used quite often when you walk through the doors of Hartford's Lux Bond & Green. This is a truly mesmerizing establishment that offers such classic treasures as Tiffany, Waterford, Baccarat, Rolex and Mackenzie-Childs, to mention only a few. They also specialize in fine diamonds and precious gems, and they can custom design any piece of jewelry you can imagine. Also, repair and appraisal are offered in addition to Lux Bond & Green's highly personalized service.
The first thing that will strike you about the Old State House is its impressive architecture and colonial design. That regal air remains when you step inside, and a wealth of historical information awaits you when you take one of the popular tours of the building. This is where the Amistad Trials took place, and the building itself holds a bit of an unsettling history as it is situated on the site of the country's first witch hanging. Learn more about that and many other interesting and pivotal events from your tour guide as well as from the many exhibits and multimedia presentations that dramatically convey some of Hartford's most significant historical events.