This majestic building was designed by Donn Barber, architect behind the Connecticut State Library and Supreme Court as well as other landmarks around Hartford. It is the second highest edifice in the state, and with 34 floors, it offers beautiful views of Hartford all the way south to the Connecticut River Valley. Today it serves as one of the many headquarters of the Travelers Insurance Company. The observation deck is on the 27th floor, however it is not open to the general public; visiting is made by appointment only.
Located in Merrick Park, the Puritan Statue is a famous bronze statue of Deacon Samuel Chapin who was one of the founding fathers of the city. The statue shows a distinguished man in Puritan clothing, including a cape and a walking stick. The sculpture was created by Augustus Saint-Gaudens in the 1880s. The statue quickly became popular and the artist reproduced smaller versions of his work which are displayed in museums, art galleries, and other collections. Today, the Puritan Statue remains an important landmark in Springfield.
McKnight District iwas one of America's first planned residential areas and it was developed in the mid-1800s. Designed by James and William McKnight and mostly completed in 1910, the neighborhood has a quaint and historic atmosphere. In 1976 the neighborhood was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. You'll find the district roughly between Albany Railroad, Armory Street, the eastern railroad track, and State Street.