The Connecticut Creative Store was formerly run by the Connecticut Department of Agriculture. Now housed at 25 Stonington Street in Hartford, Connecticut at the northwest corner of Colt Park in a 1940s brick building that was once the home of the park caretaker, the location is also home of the Hartford Botanical Garden project offices.
The store showcases products that are grown, hand made or crafted by Connecticut businesses and individuals. Among the selections are: honey and maple syrup products, artisan jewelry, handmade woolens and knits, relishes, sauces, herbs, bath and beauty products, garden items, chocolates, teas and books.
Net proceeds generated from sales at the store go towards funding the Hartford Botanical Garden project.
Store hours are: Tuesday Friday, 10am-2pm; Saturday Noon4pm
To schedule a group visit, please call 860-297-0112.