Brookfield

Brookfield is a town in Fairfield County in western Connecticut that stretches across varied terrain with residential neighborhoods and open spaces. Candlewood Lake and the Still River are natural features that wind through the region and define its landscape.

The area was established in the early 1700s through agreements between colonial settlers and local indigenous nations including the Wyantenuck and Potatuck peoples. The formal incorporation as a town came later in 1788 after decades of settlement.

The town center serves as a gathering place where residents come together for concerts, street parties, and seasonal festivals throughout the year. These events reflect how the community stays connected and celebrates its local identity.

The town is best explored by car, as neighborhoods and attractions are spread across the area rather than concentrated in one spot. Public facilities and community spaces are generally accessible, though planning ahead helps make the most of a visit.

The town once housed the headquarters of Lego USA and continues to host major industrial and corporate operations like Branson Ultrasonics. This manufacturing heritage combined with proximity to the New York metropolitan area gives it a distinctive role in the region.

Location: Western Connecticut Planning Region

Location: Fairfield County

Inception: 1788

Elevation above the sea: 140 m

Part of: New York metropolitan area, Greater Danbury

Shares border with: Bethel, Bridgewater, Danbury, New Fairfield, New Milford, Newtown

Website: http://brookfieldct.gov

GPS coordinates: 41.46861,-73.39194

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:02