North Canaan

Established in 1858 after separating from the original town of Canaan (now Falls Village), North Canaan boasts a rich industrial heritage. The town's development was significantly influenced by the iron industry and the advent of the railroad. A testament to this era is the Beckley Furnace Industrial Monument, a 19th-century iron-making blast furnace situated along the Blackberry River. This site, now a state park, offers visitors a glimpse into the town's industrious past . The Canaan Union Station, built in 1872, stands as another historical landmark. This Italianate-style train station once served as a bustling hub for the Housatonic and Connecticut Western Railroads, symbolizing the town's pivotal role in regional transportation.