Hamden, Residential town in South Central Connecticut Planning Region, United States.
Description
Hamden is a residential community in south-central Connecticut that covers roughly 33 square miles (85 square kilometers) and includes several waterways. The Mill River, Quinnipiac River, and Lake Whitney flow through neighborhoods and parks, shaping the layout of the town.
History
The community was founded in 1786 when it separated from New Haven and took the name of English statesman John Hampden. Around 1400 people lived here initially, mostly farmers and mill operators.
Culture
The symphony orchestra presents performances throughout the year in venues across the community, drawing audiences from the wider region. The local arts league organizes rotating exhibitions featuring Connecticut artists in accessible gallery spaces.
Practical
Municipal services are available at several designated centers where residents can handle permits, waste collection, and other administrative needs. Seasonal clean-up events take place in the fall, allowing people to dispose of larger items.
Did you know?
The first truss bridge built in the United States was completed in 1823 and crossed the Mill River in the Whitneyville neighborhood. This design marked a turning point in American bridge engineering and set a standard for later construction.
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Sleeping Giant
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Heroes Tunnel
7.1 km
Eli Whitney Museum
7 km
East Rock
8 km
East Rock Park
7.9 km
Hamden High School
3.4 km
Door Tree
2.7 km
West Rock Ridge State Park
7.2 km
Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station
7.5 km
Soldiers and Sailors Monument
8 km
Regicides Trail
4.9 km
Ireland’s Great Hunger Museum
2.1 kmPeter's Rock
8.5 km
Old West Haven High School
8 km
Quinnipiac River State Park
6.4 km
Mount Sanford
7.5 km
Edgerton
7.1 km
Jonathan Dickerman II House
3 km
Hamden Memorial Town Hall
2.2 km
Atwater-Linton House
7.6 km
Pistol Factory Dwelling
5.4 km
Elam Ives House
2.3 km
Theophilus Jones House
8 km
Hamden Bank & Trust Building
5.8 km
George Atwater House
7.5 km
Pines Bridge Historic District
4.3 km
Alphonso Johnson House
4.7 km
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