Located in New Haven County, Connecticut, Hamden was founded in 1786. Sleeping Giant State Park is a beloved hiking spot. Quinnipiac University is in Hamden.
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Founded1786|Population61,000|Peak61,000(2024)|CountyNew Haven County
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1786Separated from New Haven: Independent town.
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1890Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Hamden's character and economy.
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2010Modern Era: Hamden continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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2020Modern Growth: Hamden continued to grow as part of its metropolitan area.
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Did You Know?
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Sleeping Giant State Park is a beloved hiking spot.
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Quinnipiac University is in Hamden.
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Adjacent to New Haven.
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Hamden is located in New Haven County, Connecticut.
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Hamden was founded in 1786.
Famous People from Hamden, Connecticut
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Ernest Borgnine
Actor, Military Officer · Born Jan 24, 1917 · Died Jul 8, 2012 (age 95)
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Dana Terrace
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Donald Hall
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John Carpenter
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