Historical Marker
The deKoven House
Historical marker location:
27 Washington Street, Middletown, Connecticut
( Marker is at the intersection of Washington Street and deKoven Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Washington Street.)
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.