Connecticut Science Center, Hartford, Connecticut
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| Connecticut Science Center | |
| Designer | Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects, New Haven, Connecticut, USA |
| Location | Hartford, Connecticut, USA |
| Date | 2001 to 2009 |
| Building Type | Museum |
| Construction System | steel, glass |
| Climate | Cold Temperate |
| Context | Urban |
| Architectural Style | Post Modern |
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| Building Details | |
| Client | Connecticut Science Center |
| Cost | $165 Million USD |
| Area | 154,000 square feet |
| Stories | 9 |
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Connecticut Science Center
The Connecticut Science Center is a nine-story museum located on the Connecticut River in Hartford, Connecticut designed by César Pelli & Associates. It opened on June 12, 2009. The building has a total 154,000 square feet including 40,000 square feet of interactive exhibits consisting of videos, audios, visuals, tactile components, programs, and live demonstrations.
Development
Planning for the Connecticut Science Center began in 2001. The Center's goals are to promote the study of science by the state's youth and to encourage urban revitalization in Hartford. The state of Connecticut provided more than $100 million of support for the $165 million center, and the balance was donated by businesses, foundations and individuals.
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External links
- Connecticut Science Center official site
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- "Connecticut Science Center by Pelli", by Michael J. Crosbie, ArchitectureWeek No. 450, 2009.1028, p D1.1.
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