Curoporium is a curiosity shop that opened in Hartford, Connecticut in September 2018. It was founded by entrepreneur Nathan Nunez. Although raised Catholic, Nunez was interested in the mysticism aspect of other religions, such as Buddhism, Wicca, Paganism, etc. He had an idea to open a curiosity shop where he could give customers an interactive and immersive haunted "shop-sperience". Opening at a mixed use building in the Parkville section of Hartford, Curioporium became host to a variety of special events, such as musical performances, séances, magic shows, and even photos with Krampus at Christmas time. In March 2025, Nunez relocated Curioporium to Factory Square in Southington. My older son and I recently stopped at Curioporium while we were visiting Factory Square. We were about to head to GameCraft down the hall when we suddenly noticed some spooky sounds emanating from Curioporium. We decided to enter and investigate. The shelves of the shop were lined with all sorts of creepy objects, such as occult books, shrunken heads, skulls, bugs, torture devices, laboratory equipment, magic wands, potions & elixirs, healing crystals, talismans, and lots of other creepy items. An Oddity & Curiosity Bar at the back of the space gives customers a chance to craft a very different sort of cocktail (or shall I say "wet specimen") that may contain a sheep eye, pig heart, or some other putrid ingredient. One of the creepiest items we saw on display was the "Mirror of Hades": a noisy mirror that seemed to be possessed by evil spirits. My son refused to go anywhere near it. After spending a good amount of time in the shop, my son decided that he had his fill of frightening things for quite some time and asked if we could leave. Although our visit was brief, there's a very good chance that I'll be making a solo return trip so I can explore Curioporium and all that it has to offer in greater detail. read more

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I was around center street for an event. And so this shop around the corner. Decided to stop and take a look and didn't expect what I saw. The cashier in front greeted with me a friendly smile. Walking around there was SO much to look at. There was also item in there that you can purchase. I wished I had more time to look through this place more. I would definitely come back and take my time looking around. From what I saw everything looks so creepy and cool at the same time. read more

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What a cool spot in Connecticut! My friend has been talking about here for years and I finally got the chance to stop in with her here and it's such a cool spot to visit, especially in the fall! I made a cute, little heart shaped manifestation jar and it sits in my room now and it was so fun to make. I'll have to come back soon and check out more, no specimens have come home with me yet, but what a cool shop idea. read more

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I've been wanting to visit this place for a while, and I'm so happy I did! Step into a world of curiosity and oddities, with artifacts and mythological creatures from the depths of the earth This free museum/shop is very interactive with so much to see. I spent a while in the store and missed so many things circling back. I am definitely planning another trip soon! They have soaps, incense, spiritual tarot cards and readings, interactive exhibits within this museum. A lot of the exhibits, for example the mermaid, have a QR code where you can scan and learn through audio message a little bit about the curiosity. They also have a huge coffin and filled with sand where you can build your own graveyard with different figurines Upon walking in, I was put into a trance. There is so much in this store to take in and look at. There is a price range of many different things from $.25 for incense up to bigger values for a different things read more

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The Curioporium was one of the best, most unique shopping experiences I have ever had. Entering the shop feels like you're entering a haunted house attraction, there's so much to look at and such a wonderful ambiance! My friend and I stopped by on a Sunday and we were greeted by a person running the shop at the entrance, and informed that it was Lantern Sunday, meaning the lights were dimmed a bit more than usual and shoppers are offered lanterns to navigate the shop. We used our lanterns to peruse books, look at stickers and trinkets and pins, and read signs and posters all throughout the shop! The whole shop was a fun exhibit, and pretty much everything decorating the shop inside was available for purchase! I bought some stickers and pins (at very very reasonable prices!) and some patches. I also grabbed some loose leaf tea and a couple of papers to hang up in my room. There was a section for jarring your own wet specimens, which seemed very fun. There was also an area to make intention jars. I certainly plan on coming back, it's such a pleasant little shop!! read more

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If you like, spooky or creepy, this is your place! This whole store is like an interactive museum with creepy and cool artifacts. I could spend hours in here looking at all the unique oddities they have. So many cool things under one roof definitely check this place out. Any purchases here keep the museum/store free of admission charges. Prices are fair. Staff is super friendly. read more

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Definitely a local treasure. The atmosphere is incredible, the inventory is unique with new eclectic fun in all the time. It's also full of the coolest folk, major recommend. read more

Curioporium - Cool mantle - Antiques Near Me - Southington, Connecticut

Without a doubt the best store I have ever been in. As someone who enjoys oddities, curiosities and the macabre this place is perfection. The atmosphere is super unique. We happened to come in on Lantern Sunday which really added to the ambience. You could walk around this store numerous times and find new things you never noticed before. I will definitely be coming back next time I am in CT. read more

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This place has been on my list for a while but I haven't been able to visit until yesterday. What a showcase or the weird and wonderful! Visual stimulation everywhere! You can tell the owners take there business very seriously. Bonus! Selene(Sp?) read my tarot cards and I'm very impressed. I don't know how she does it. I guess she's "gifted". Bonus! It's in the same building as Petrol Head Cafe' and Dead Language Brewery. It's all right there! read more

Curioporium - Relaxing is the midst of it all. There's a lot to take in! - Antiques Near Me - Southington, Connecticut

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Really cool interesting store that is kinda like a macabre museum. If you're into creepy, spooky and bizarre stuff, this place will not disappoint! read more

Are you curious about the occult, Wiccan paraphernalia, seances, dark magic shows or cool interesting things right out of a Stephen King novel? Then this is your destination for all things wild, weird & wonderful in Connecticut! It's so much fun and waaaay better than those faux museums with surly pseudo caretakers. It's like the shop in the series Buffy the vampire slayer...Browsing through is definitely worth a look-see 1920's style! Check it out on Facebook or social media & come see an event or show! Get your All Hallows' eve on anytime of year! Happy haunting! read more

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I had to think for a bit about how I wanted to describe Curioporium, but I eventually came up with a term I like: "Addams Family Chic." This is just such a cool place. Every detail has been thought out in the decor, presentation, lighting, music, etc.. If you're into Tarot cards, you'll find some interesting decks here. It's creepy in a great way. You should stop in for a spell... or a seance ... or potion... or whatever. read more

Curioporium - Lots of Tarot decks - Antiques Near Me - Southington, Connecticut

Had the absolute time of my (after)life exploring Curioporium! We learned about this shop online and, as a horror fanatic, I knew I had to check it out. We planned a whole day to drive 2 hours each way to see it. Once there, we spent almost 2 hours exploring the shop and marveling over the attention to detail. The scenery, lighting, and sound effects blew me away. I really love the concept of everything that you can see being for sale, BUT that leads me to my one gripe: The pricing seems very inconsistent and unreliable. I had my eye on a specific piece, and asked the employee how much it was (as many displays do not have price tags). She mentioned that she had to send a picture to the owner and they would respond with the price. When she returned with the price, it was a little out of my range, so I decided to purchase something less expensive. When I got home, I was checking out their online shop and noticed the exact piece I was originally interested in purchasing listed for over $100 cheaper than what the owner wanted me to purchase it for in store. Which makes me glad I didn't end up buying it, but leads me to wonder if I paid too much for the things that I did end up buying. Overall, it was a great experience and I look forward to going back if I'm ever in the area again, but I'm hoping there is more honesty in regards to the pricing moving forward. read more

Curioporium - Antiques Near Me - Southington, Connecticut

A great spooky, gothic atmosphere pervades the whole shop. I love that there are so many loving details put into every wall, corner, and piece of furniture. Make sure you look high and low as you walk through the haunted rooms as there are hidden sights up on the walls and tucked away in tight, gloomy corners. I especially love the huge, steampunk seance machine that greets people in the first room. The frozen mermaid in a later room is also very cool and creepy. I recently did one of their Lantern Tours themed around Lizzie Borden and it was great interactive theater. The actress playing Borden is great at going from quiet and ghostly to intense and maniacal. My only concern is that many items don't have a price tag on them, which I think might make some customers hesitant to buy things because they don't know what's within their budget. This isn't really a complaint so much as a concern from a huge fan, because I really want to see the Curioporium continue for a long time. read more

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I LOVE Curioporium !!! if you are into the creepy, dark, spooky, haunted, Gothic, steampunk, and all around morbid curiosity seeker this place is for you. Everything from haunted artifacts to books, candles, tarot cards, and hey I even got a pair of Edgar Allen Poe socks. Anyway, it's a definite must-see if you are in the Hartford area. They also hold cool events that you can find listed on their website. read more

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What an EPIC place. The benefactor Miss Havisham has nailed it. This spot is a blend of curiosities, oddities and antiques. There is NO shortage of things to peruse and stimulate your curiosity. read more

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I would Advise everyone to take a walk into this store. What a great atmosphere, the owner and works are super nice.

Curioporium is a world in itself: you could visit regularly and spend hours inside and still discover something new on each visit. A truly immersive occult and folkloric experience complete with seances, cryptozoology, and Easter eggs from all your favorite horror flicks. Worth a visit to Hartford on its own... and there's lots more to explore in the surrounding area. Highly recommend. read more

Incredible show and well worth the drive from out of state! I was amazed, enchanted, spooked, and dazzled but all the journey had to offer!! I could not stop looking at all the oddities, the entire experience was just fantastic! I would HIGHLY recommend taking five of your best friends for an evening you won't soon forget! read more