Cromwell

Nestled along the Connecticut River in Middlesex County, Cromwell, Connecticut, offers a harmonious blend of historical richness, natural beauty, and modern amenities. With a population of 14,225 as of the 2020 census, this town in the Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region provides residents and visitors with a quintessential New England experience. Cromwell's origins trace back to 1651 when it was part of the Mattabesset settlement, later known as the Upper Houses of Middletown. In 1851, the area was incorporated as the town of Cromwell, named in honor of Oliver Cromwell. The town flourished as a river port and shipbuilding center in the 18th and 19th centuries, with the J.&E. Stevens Company playing a significant role in its economic development. This company, renowned for manufacturing cast-iron toys, contributed to the town's prosperity and architectural landscape, with Italianate houses along Main Street serving as testaments to this era.