Bristol, Industrial city in Naugatuck Valley Region, Connecticut, United States
Bristol spans across several hills in Hartford County, with Lake Compounce situated near its southern border and numerous parks distributed throughout the urban area.
The settlement transformed from a Tunxis Native American territory into a clock manufacturing center during the 19th century, becoming an incorporated city in 1911.
The New England Carousel Museum exhibits a collection of antique carousels while preserving the traditions of carousel craft and mechanical music devices.
The city maintains regular inspection services for residential properties through 2026, with City Hall operating extended hours Monday through Thursday.
Lake Compounce, established in 1846, continues operations as the oldest functioning amusement park in the United States, featuring modern rides and attractions.
Location: Naugatuck Valley Planning Region
Location: Hartford County
Inception: 1785
Elevation above the sea: 93 m
Phone: +18605846100
Website: http://ci.bristol.ct.us
GPS coordinates: 41.68111,-72.94056
Latest update: May 28, 2025 05:55
Lake Compounce
4.6 km
Boulder Dash
4.9 km
Wildcat
4.7 km
Muzzy Field
1.8 km
Zoomerang
4.5 km
American Clock & Watch Museum
196 m
Green Dragon
4.6 km
Lake Compounce Carousel
4.9 km
Lock Museum of America
6 km
Old Bristol High School
1.3 km
East Plymouth Historic District
4.9 km
Charles H. Norton House
5.2 km
Beleden House
650 m
Soldiers' Monument in Bristol, Connecticut
7 km
Copper Ledges and Chimney Crest
574 m
Ernest R. Burwell House
403 m
West Street School
6.8 km
Congregational Church of Plainville
5.7 km
Bristol Girls' Club
1.5 km
Terry Homestead
2 km
Terryville Waterwheel
6.2 km
New Haven District Campground
4.3 km
Clara T. O'Connell School
1.5 km
Hart's Corner Historic District
5.9 km
William Jerome I House
2.3 km
Clarence A. Bingham School
719 m
Terry-Hayden House
2.3 km
Endee Manor Historic District
1.5 kmReviews
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