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Lebanon, Connecticut

Introduction to Lebanon, Connecticut

Lebanon, Connecticut, in New London county, is 18 miles SE of Manchester, Connecticut and 77 miles SW of Boston, Massachusetts. The town is part of the Hartford metropolitan statistical area. About 6,907 people live in Lebanon.

Lebanon History

The area now known as Lebanon was originally referred to as Poquechaneed by Mohegan Indians. Some settlers from Norwich arrived in this region and purchased land from Mohegan sachem Uncas. The first land grant was made to the Deputy Governor of Connecticut, Maj. John Mason, in 1663. The town of Lebanon was officially incorporated on October 10, 1700. Initially, the economy of the town rested largely on agriculture. However, today, the focus has been divided between the agricultural and service sectors.

Lebanon and nearby Attractions

  • Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park
  • The Lebanon Historical Museum and Visitors Center
  • Governor Trumbull House
  • Talcott Mountain State Park
  • Mystic Aquarium
  • Essex Steam Train

Things To Do In Lebanon

The Governor Trumbull House, the War Office, the Dr. William Beaumont birthplace and the War Office are all located in lebanon. The Lebanon Historical Museum and Visitors Center, the newest museum in Lebanon, showcases exhibits on local history and culture. The Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park, another historic house and Revolutionary War museum, is also accessible from Lebanon. Lebanon also offers easy access to popular tourist destinations like the Mystic Aquarium, the Essex Steam Train and the Foxwoods Resort & Casino.

Lebanon Transportation

Groton-New London is the closest major airport.

Lebanon Higher Education

Higher studies can be pursued at the University of Connecticut, Eastern Connecticut State University and Wesleyan University.

Comparative Profile of Lebanon, CT

Comparing Lebanon to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Connecticut (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

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Male Share of the Population109
Age of the Population74
Children Under 5 Years Old57
Racial Diversity33
Senior Citizens22
Female Share of the Population12

Families

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Portion of People Married98
Average Household Size89

Wealth

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College Educated Adults74

Housing

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Seasonal and Vacation Housing109
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