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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. A meteor exploded above the town
December 14, 1807. Six pieces, totaling 28 pounds (13 kg), were
recovered and examined by scientists. Despite rocky soil, farmers

in town grew apples, onions, potatoes. Grist, cider, lumber, and
fuelling mills were built. 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 New York became attracted to the community
in the 30's and began settling in. 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. Weston's ZIP code (06883) was
identified in 2005 as the sixth most affluent area in the U.S. 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 the town of
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
has something for everyone. There is even a strong celebrity
presence including the likes of the late Rodney Dangerfield, and
the well known Johnny Depp and Keith Richards just to name
a few. Weston offers easy access to NYC, New Haven and the
greater tri-state area.