Connecticut became the 5th state on January 9, 1788. Hartford is the state capital. There are currently 8 former counties each with a courthouse. Counties were discontinued in 1960.
Click on a county below to learn more:
| Fairfield | Hartford | Litchfield | Middlesex | New Haven | ||||
| New London | Tolland | Windham |
State House – Hartford
Governor Mansion – Hartford