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THE STORY OF WESTON

In the early 18th century, Weston's first English settlers
were mostly farmers living to the southeast in the town
of Fairfield Connecticut, the boundaries of which extended to
Weston until the late 18th century. In 1787, the North Fairfield
parish was created in the area now occupied by the towns of

Weston and Easton Connecticut in 1845, North Fairfield was split
into two towns, creating Westfield.

The town had nine manufacturers by 1850, but two decades later only
the Bradley Edge Tool Company still thrived. That factory burned down
in 1911. Artists, writers, and actors from NY became attracted to the
community in the 30's. Construction of the Merritt Parkway, which arrived

to the south of Weston in 1938, resulted in further population growth.
Today Weston is a thriving New England Community. The population was
10,037 at the 2000 Census. Like many towns in Southwestern Connecticut,
Weston is among the most affluent communities in the United States.
Data collected in 2008 showed that Weston had one of the highest
median household income in Fairfield County, Connecticut. Aside
from a handful of stores that form the town’s center, Weston has
little commercial development. Residential development is
limited by two-acre zoning.

A wholesome town, filled with intellectuals, artisans
and apple-pie like families, Weston sits perched atop
Westport, Connecticut and enjoys some of that
towns amenities including beach and marina
rights and a shared YMCA.

A lovely place to raise children, with
award wining schools and sports,
heavy cultural activity and a
strong community base.
Weston offers easy access
to NYC, New Haven
and the greater
tri-state area.