New Hartford, Connecticut facts for kids
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New Hartford, Connecticut
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| Town of New Hartford | ||
New Hartford Town Hall
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 Litchfield County and Connecticut Northwest Hills Planning Region and Connecticut |
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| Country |  United States |
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| U.S. state |  Connecticut |
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| County | Litchfield | |
| Region | Northwest Hills | |
| Incorporated | 1738 | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Selectman-town meeting | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 38.2 sq mi (98.9 km2) | |
| • Land | 37.0 sq mi (95.9 km2) | |
| • Water | 1.1 sq mi (2.9 km2) | |
| Elevation | 873 ft (266 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 6,658 | |
| • Density | 180/sq mi (69.4/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (Eastern) | |
| ZIP code |
06057
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| Area code(s) | 860/959 | |
| FIPS code | 09-51350 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0213470 | |
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New Hartford is a town in Litchfield County, Connecticut, United States. In 2020, about 6,658 people lived there. It is part of the Northwest Hills Planning Region. The main part of town is called New Hartford Center. New Hartford is mostly a rural area with farms, homes, and parks. You can find Brodie Park and Ski Sundown in New Hartford.
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Where is New Hartford Located?
New Hartford is in the eastern part of Litchfield County. It shares borders with Torrington to the west. To the east and south, it borders Hartford County. The town is about 19 miles (31 km) northwest of Hartford, which is the state capital.
New Hartford covers a total area of about 38.2 square miles (98.9 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 37.0 square miles (95.9 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 1.1 square miles (2.9 square kilometers), is water.
What are the Main Areas in New Hartford?
New Hartford has several smaller communities within its borders. These include:
- Bakerville
- Nepaug
- New Hartford Center
- Pine Meadow (which has its own post office)
How Many People Live in New Hartford?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 1,685 | — | |
| 1850 | 2,643 | — | |
| 1860 | 2,758 | 4.4% | |
| 1870 | 3,078 | 11.6% | |
| 1880 | 3,302 | 7.3% | |
| 1890 | 3,160 | −4.3% | |
| 1900 | 3,424 | 8.4% | |
| 1910 | 2,144 | −37.4% | |
| 1920 | 1,781 | −16.9% | |
| 1930 | 1,834 | 3.0% | |
| 1940 | 1,836 | 0.1% | |
| 1950 | 2,395 | 30.4% | |
| 1960 | 3,033 | 26.6% | |
| 1970 | 3,970 | 30.9% | |
| 1980 | 4,884 | 23.0% | |
| 1990 | 5,769 | 18.1% | |
| 2000 | 6,088 | 5.5% | |
| 2010 | 6,970 | 14.5% | |
| 2020 | 6,658 | −4.5% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
The population of New Hartford has changed over many years. In 1820, there were 1,685 people. By 2020, the population had grown to 6,658 people. The town has seen its population increase steadily over time.
Schools in New Hartford
New Hartford has schools for younger students right in town.
- New Hartford Elementary School and Bakerville School teach children from Kindergarten to second grade. New Hartford Elementary also has preschool classes.
- All students from third to sixth grade go to Ann Antolini School.
For middle and high school, students from New Hartford attend schools in Winsted, Connecticut. These schools are part of the Northwestern Regional District 7. They include Northwestern Regional Middle School and Northwestern Regional High School.
Fun Things to Do in New Hartford
New Hartford offers many fun activities and places to visit.
- Ski Sundown is a popular place for skiing and snowboarding. It hosts many competitions and winter events each year.
- Brodie Park is located by West Hill Lake. It has a small beach and swimming area for New Hartford residents.
- Many community events happen at Brodie Park. These include "The Race Around The Lake" on Memorial Day weekend. There are also summer camps, concerts, and a community picnic in July. In December, a children's Christmas Party is held at Berkshire Hall.
- Other events, like "Light New Hartford," take place in New Hartford Center in early December.
- New Hartford is a hub for regional sports teams. Baseball, softball, soccer, and football games are often played at Brown's Corner, near Route 202.
Places to Worship
New Hartford has several places where people can worship.
- There are two Congregational churches. One is in New Hartford Center, and it is the oldest church in town. The other is in the village of Nepaug.
- You can also find an Episcopal church in Pine Meadow.
- Other churches include Saint Paul's Lutheran Church, a Methodist church in Bakerville, and Harvest Baptist Church.
- Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church is also in town.
- New Hartford is also home to a Buddhist temple in Bakerville.
Getting Around New Hartford
The main roads in New Hartford are U.S. Route 202 and U.S. Route 44.
- US 202 goes west to Torrington and east to Avon.
- US 44 goes northwest to Winsted and southeast to Hartford.
- Connecticut Route 219 starts at US 202. It goes north through New Hartford Center into Barkhamsted.
Since New Hartford is mostly a rural town, there are no public bus or train services available.
Historic Places to See
Several places in New Hartford are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are important historical sites.
- Philip Chapin House (55 Church Street): This house was built in 1867 and has an Italian Renaissance style.
- Esperanza (511 Town Hill Road): This was once a country estate. It started as a Greek Revival style house in 1835 and was later expanded.
- Pine Meadow Historic District: This area has many houses built in the mid to late 1700s.
- Sun Terrace (Route 219): This country house was built in 1932 in a modern style called International style.
- Gillette's Grist Mill (Maple Hollow Road): This is a gristmill from the 1800s located on the Nepaug River.
Other Interesting Places
- Ski Sundown – a popular ski resort.
- Ovation Guitar Company – a company known for making guitars.
Famous People from New Hartford
- Marcus H. Holcomb was the 66th Governor of Connecticut. A Governor is the leader of a state's government.
See also
In Spanish: New Hartford (Connecticut) para niños
