Located in Bristol County, Massachusetts, Attleboro was founded in 1694. Known as the 'Jewelry Capital of the World.'. Between Boston and Providence on I-95.
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Founded1694|Population47,000|Peak47,000(2024)|CountyBristol County
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1694Founded: Attleboro was founded during the mining era in Bristol County.
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1694Incorporated: 'Jewelry Capital.'.
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1744Economic Development: Attleboro grew through textile manufacturing.
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2010Modern Era: Attleboro continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Known as the 'Jewelry Capital of the World.'.
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Between Boston and Providence on I-95.
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Historic jewelry manufacturing center.
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Attleboro is located in Bristol County, Massachusetts.
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Attleboro was founded in 1694.
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