The Connecticut Asylum for the Education and Instruction of Deaf and Dumb Persons was established in 1817 in Hartford, Connecticut. It was the first school in the United States dedicated to the education of deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals. The institution aimed to provide specialized instruction and support to help students develop communication skills and gain knowledge. The asylum played a significant role in advancing educational methods for the deaf, influencing similar institutions across the country. It emphasized the importance of sign language and other communication techniques, contributing to the broader understanding of deaf education and the rights of individuals with hearing impairments.