About this Location

Facility Overview

Lot B at the University of Hartford is an expansive, open-air surface parking facility situated on the main campus at 200 Bloomfield Avenue in West Hartford, Connecticut. Serving as one of the primary parking nodes on the university grounds, Lot B provides straightforward ground-level vehicular bays with wide circulation aisles designed for smooth bidirectional traffic. Because it is an outdoor surface lot with no low-clearance garage ceilings, overhead beams, or height barriers, Lot B is fully capable of accommodating standard passenger sedans, crossover vehicles, full-size pickup trucks, large SUVs, and high-roof transit vans. Designated accessible (ADA-compliant) bays are located closest to campus pedestrian pathways, ensuring barrier-free access to adjoining academic and performance centers.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Lot B is positioned conveniently to serve both daytime university commuters and visitors attending campus arts, academic, and athletic events:

Lincoln Theater & Millard Auditorium: Situated within a quick 3- to 5-minute walk, making Lot B an ideal parking choice for public theater, orchestral, and dance performances presented by The Hartt School.
Harry Jack Gray Center & Mortensen Library: Accessible within a 4-minute walk, providing direct convenience for library researchers, museum visitors at the Joseloff Gallery, and attendees of academic symposia.
Gengras Student Union (GSU): Located about a 5-minute walk across the central campus quad, home to student dining, meeting rooms, and student life amenities.
Sports Center & Chase Arena (Reich Family Pavilion): Located nearby on the athletics corridor, welcoming Hawks fans for collegiate basketball, volleyball, and campus-wide sporting events.
Elizabeth Park Rose Garden: Located just over 1.5 miles south (a 5-minute drive), offering iconic botanical displays, seasonal greenhouse exhibits, and scenic walking trails.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Lot B is primarily accessed via the University of Hartford’s main entrance off Bloomfield Avenue (Route 189) or via Albany Avenue (Route 44) to the campus loop road. Internal campus signage clearly designates lot zones, directing drivers directly toward Lot B. During major university ceremonies, athletic tournaments, and Hartt School performances, university public safety officers often assist with directional flow to ensure an organized egress back onto Bloomfield Avenue. For public transit users, CTtransit bus routes (including Routes 56 and 58 along Bloomfield and Albany Avenues) provide regular service connecting the campus directly with Downtown Hartford, West Hartford Center, and surrounding transit corridors.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Generous surface stalls with unobstructed vertical clearance suitable for tall vehicles and roof racks.
Campus Safety & Security: Monitored regularly by University of Hartford Department of Public Safety patrols, complemented by campus emergency blue-light call boxes and elevated evening floodlighting.
ADA Accessibility: Marked barrier-free accessible spaces paired with curb ramps and paved sidewalks linking to central campus buildings.
Pedestrian Connectivity: Well-lit sidewalks and paved crosswalks lead safely toward academic complexes, residence quads, and recreational facilities.
Permit & Visitor Signage: Clearly posted regulatory signage detailing designated permit hours, visitor allowances, and event-specific parking regulations.

Ideal For

Performance Attendees: Guests attending concerts, recitals, and theatrical productions at Lincoln Theater and Millard Auditorium.
Campus Visitors & Prospective Students: Families touring the University of Hartford, visiting admissions, or meeting faculty.
Hawks Athletics Fans: Spectators attending athletic matchups, tournaments, and university sporting events.
Visiting Academics & Lecturers: Guest speakers and community members utilizing university libraries and gallery spaces.

Visitor & Driver Tips

During standard academic operating days (Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM), university parking regulations are strictly enforced. Visitors should verify parking signage or obtain a temporary guest permit from the Department of Public Safety or the campus host department. For weekend performances, commencement exercises, and high-attendance athletic games, early arrival is advised to secure spaces closest to the pedestrian exits and minimize delays along Bloomfield Avenue after event conclusion.