Introduction to Middletown, Connecticut
Middletown, Connecticut, in Middlesex county, is 8 miles E of Meriden, Connecticut and 89 miles NE of New York, New York. The city benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns that it shares the Hartford metropolitan area with. Middletown contains a population of approximately 43,167.
Middletown History
When the first European settlers arrived in this region it was occupied by the Mattabesek Indians. General Court drew the first plans for a colonial settlement here in 1646. It was incorporated as the Town of Mattabeseck in 1650, and renamed Middletown in 1653. The first European settlers in this area were Puritans, and they had frequent skirmishes with the Native Americans. However, during the 19th century, Middletown became a large and prosperous settlement.
Middletown and nearby Attractions
- Kidcity Children's Museum
- Middletown Sports Hall of Fame
- Wadsworth Falls State Park
- Cockaponset State Forest
- Cromwell Meadows Wildlife Management Area
- Wadsworth Falls State Park
Things To Do In Middletown
The city has an eight mile long waterfront along the Connecticut river. Here, residents and visitors have opportunities for several types of recreational activities. Middletown also has several parks with playgrounds, picnic facilities and other amenities.
Middletown Transportation
Bradley International is the nearest major airport.
Middletown Higher Education
Wesleyan University and Middlesex Community College are local institutions of higher learning.
