Historical Marker
Columbus
Historical marker location:
Hartford, Connecticut
( Marker is at the intersection of Washington Street and Buckingham Street, on the left when traveling north on Washington Street.)
Marker installed: 1926
The state of Connecticut has a long history of manufacturing, and was home to many famous companies such as Colt Firearms, Pratt & Whitney Aircraft, and General Electric. The state's manufacturing sector has declined in recent decades, but it remains an important part of the state's economy.