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The Children\u2019s Museum has announced it will not reopen its West Hartford location following the flooding in November. The museum stated on its website and social media platforms that the decision to close down the location came after careful evaluation of the damage from the flood and the cost of the repairs necessary to reopen. \u201cThis decision was not made\u2026<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The Children\u2019s Museum has announced it will not reopen its West Hartford location following the flooding in November. 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