Milford

Milford sits between New Haven and Bridgeport along the Connecticut coast and stretches across roughly 17 miles of Long Island Sound shoreline. The Wepawaug River flows through the center and divides the town into eastern and western neighborhoods with several beaches and waterfront parks.

English colonists purchased land from Ansantawae, a chief of the Paugusset living near the river, and founded the settlement in 1639. The town grew into an industrial center during the 19th century with oyster farming and shipbuilding until manufacturing declined in the 20th century.

The Connecticut Post Mall draws visitors from across the region and pairs national retailers with local shops in an open-air shopping center. On weekends, families gather for lunch at restaurants along Boston Post Road, where local cafes and Italian bakeries reflect the diverse population.

The beaches are busiest during summer months and most offer free parking for residents with paid spots for visitors. The train station connects to New Haven and New York City via Metro-North Railroad, while Interstate 95 runs through the town from east to west.

The historic town green measures roughly half a mile long and ranks among the longest in New England, serving as a gathering place for over three centuries. Today it hosts memorials, events, and a farmers market that draws locals and visitors alike.

Location: New Haven County

Inception: 1639

Elevation above the sea: 121 m

Shares border with: Orange

Website: https://ci.milford.ct.us

GPS coordinates: 41.22417,-73.05972

Latest update: December 11, 2025 23:18