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Meriden, Connecticut

Located in New Haven County, Connecticut, Meriden was established in 1806. Known as 'Silver City' for silverware manufacturing. Castle Craig tower in Hubbard Park offers panoramic views.
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Founded 1806 | Population 60,000 | Peak 60,000 (2024) | County New Haven County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Meriden, Connecticut

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1806 Founded: Meriden was founded during the mining era in New Haven County.
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1850 Silver City: Major silver plate manufacturing.
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1950 Natural Disaster: Meriden was impacted by a significant fire.
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2010 Modern Era: Meriden continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

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Did You Know?

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Known as 'Silver City' for silverware manufacturing.
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Castle Craig tower in Hubbard Park offers panoramic views.
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Halfway between Hartford and New Haven along I-91.
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Meriden is located in New Haven County, Connecticut.
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Meriden was founded in 1806.

Famous People from Meriden, Connecticut

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Miguel Cardona
Teacher, Politician · Born Jul 11, 1975 · Age 50
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Rosa Ponselle
Musician, Opera Singer · Born Jan 22, 1897 · Died May 25, 1981 (age 84)
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George Murdock
Ethnologist, Anthropologist · Born May 11, 1897 · Died Mar 29, 1985 (age 87)
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Paul Cook
Politician, Military Officer · Born Mar 3, 1943 · Age 82
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James Surowiecki
Writer, Journalist · Born Apr 30, 1967 · Age 58

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