Connecticut's Old State House

About Connecticut's Old State House

Connecticut’s Old State House is a restored historic museum and civic space in downtown Hartford. The building served as a Connecticut state capitol from 1796 to 1878 and later as Hartford City Hall; it is also a National Historic Landmark. The venue is available for seated or cocktail-style weddings and other private events, with historic indoor rooms and a fenced lawn available to rent. Events can use individual spaces or a combination of spaces, subject to the venue’s rental terms and room restrictions.

The facts

Guests

23–230 guests

Price

$2,110–$5,825

Pricing note

A rental-policy document lists all-inclusive rates of $2,110–$5,825 for event durations of 2–6 hours, excluding setup and breakdown, with rates varying by attendance tier. The table includes tiers up to 301–400 people, while the venue rental page states a maximum event capacity of 230; confirm pricing for the event with the venue.

Setting

Indoor & outdoor

Kind of place

Museum

Last updated

November 2026

On the big wedding guides

• Not listed on Zola (checked November 2026)

How to reach Connecticut's Old State House

• Website: wp.cga.ct.gov/osh
• Phone: (860) 240-5335
• Address: 800 Main Street

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