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New BritainHartford County,ConnecticutThe Hardware CityThe Connecticut state capital is Hartford. What would you like to know about New Britain
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The population of New Britain is approximately 70,664 (2007).
The amount of land area in New Britain is 34.547 sq. kilometers.
New Britain elevation is 190 feet above sea level. The New Britain median home price is $177,200 (2007). New Britain miscellany. Return to Index New Britain location: in north-central Connecticut about 3.3 miles from Kensington. Other nearby communities include Newington, Berlin, Plainville, Farmington and West Hartford.
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History & History Related Items New Britain history: The area was first settled in 1687. Then it incorporated as a parish and was known as New Britain Society in 1754. It was chartered in 1850 as a township and as a city in 1871. Many families migrated to the community creating shops, businesses and new residents. The Stanley Works was begun by the mid 1800’s bringing many other manufacturers and industries which gave New Britain the nickname of the Hardware City. As new residents arrived to staff the businesses and stores, they married and raised their families and continued to help New Britain to thrive and grow. New Britain attractions: New Britain Museum of American Art The Polish District or "Little Poland" is located primarily in the area of Broad Street where visitors can find unique amber jewelry, handcrafted items, blown glass, Christmas ornaments carved chess sets, as well as eat their fill of Polish food. Return to Index
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