Lifestyle & Recreation
Access to Outdoor Activities
Connecticut offers over 100 state parks and 30 state forests, providing opportunities for hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, skiing, and more. CTvisit
Popular spots include Sleeping Giant State Park, Talcott Mountain State Park, and Kent Falls State Park.
Cultural & Historical Landmarks
- The Connecticut Art Trail is a nationally recognized collection of 30 world-class art museums, cultural centers, and historic sites. Connecticut Art Trail+1Connecticut Art Trail+1
- Notable museums include the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford, the Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme, and the Yale University Art Gallery in New Haven. Visit Connecticut
- Historic sites like the Mark Twain House & Museum in Hartford and the Long Wharf Pier in New Haven offer insights into the state’s rich history.
Diversity & Community Values
Connecticut is the most diverse state in New England, with a population that is 64.6% non-Hispanic White, 17.7% Hispanic/Latino, 12.7% non-Hispanic Black, and 5.1% Asian, a Diversity Index of 56% (up from 46% in 2010), and an immigrant population of 14%—primarily from Jamaica, Poland, and India—supported by local initiatives like Trumbull’s value statement promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.