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Enfield, Connecticut

Located in Hartford County, Connecticut, Enfield was founded in 1680. Was part of Massachusetts until 1749 when it was annexed to Connecticut. On the Massachusetts border along I-91.
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Founded 1680 | Population 44,000 | Peak 44,000 (2024) | County Hartford County

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1680 Founded: Originally part of Massachusetts.
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1749 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Enfield's character and economy.
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2010 Modern Era: Enfield continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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2020 Modern Growth: Enfield continued to grow as part of its metropolitan area.
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Latest News in Enfield

Dec 15, 2015
After Prison Former Bridgeport Connecticut Mayor Wants Old Job Back
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Apr 5, 2015
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Did You Know?

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Was part of Massachusetts until 1749 when it was annexed to Connecticut.
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On the Massachusetts border along I-91.
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Northernmost town on I-91 in Connecticut.
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Enfield is located in Hartford County, Connecticut.
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Enfield was founded in 1680.

Famous People from Enfield, Connecticut

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Elisha M. Pease
Lawyer, Politician · Born Jan 3, 1812 · Died Aug 26, 1883 (age 71)
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James Dixon
Lawyer, Politician · Born Aug 5, 1814 · Died Mar 27, 1873 (age 58)

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