Silas Bronson Library 267 Grand Street, Waterbury, CT 06702, 203-574-8222, Established in 1868, the Silas Bronson Library houses a collection of 240,000 carefully selected titles, 60 computer workstations, and state and federal government documents depositories. more...

Historical Society Museum 22 DeForest Street, Watertown, CT 06795, Rtes. 63 & 6, 860-274-1634, Chronicles industrial, social, and cultural history of the town. more... 

Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT 06702, 203-753-0381, Beautiful exhibits chronicle the industrial history of the " Brass City" as well as its social, architectural and cultural past. The museum houses a 300-seat performing arts center, an art studio classroom, and a research library. more... 

Timexpo Museum 175 Union Street, Waterbury, CT 06706, 203-755-8463, Features exhibits telling the story of Timex and its heritage dating back to the 1850's. Attractions include a time tunnel that leads to ancient mysteries, magnificent timepieces, hands-on activities and much more. more...

Watershed Balloons 179 Gilbert Road, Waterbury, CT 06795, Watertown, 860-274-2010, Hot-air balloon flights across western Conecticut, weather permitting.