Historical Marker
The Founders Bridge
Historical marker location:
Hartford, Connecticut
( Marker can be reached from the intersection of Columbus Boulevard and State Street, on the right when traveling north.)
Marker installed: 2000
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.