Historical Marker
New Britain
Historical marker location:
New Britain, Connecticut
( Marker is at the intersection of West Main Street and Main Street, on the right when traveling east on West Main Street.)
Marker installed: 1971
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.