Wallingford

Wallingford is a town in Connecticut between New Haven and Hartford, extending along the Quinnipiac River and covering about 100 square kilometers (39 square miles) of the state's central region. The town center focuses on Main Street, where shops, municipal buildings, and community facilities are located.

The Connecticut General Assembly founded the town in 1667 when 38 settlers and freemen established themselves near what is now Main Street. In 1697, the last witchcraft trial in New England took place here, where Winifred Benham was acquitted of all charges.

The Holiday Stroll event turns the downtown area into a winter celebration where local shops display their goods and services. Visitors experience the community spirit as they walk through decorated streets along Main Street.

Residents access municipal services, utility payments, and emergency information through the official town portal at wallingfordct.gov. The center is accessible via several main roads and offers public parking near the main facilities.

The place was the site of New England's last witchcraft trial in 1697, where a woman was cleared of all accusations. This event marks the end of a dark chapter in the region and shows the shift in legal practices.

Location: South Central Connecticut Planning Region

Location: New Haven County

Inception: 1667

Elevation above the sea: 27 m

Website: http://town.wallingford.ct.us

GPS coordinates: 41.45704,-72.82316

Latest update: December 13, 2025 19:30