Located in New Haven County, Connecticut, Wallingford was founded in 1670. Choate Rosemary Hall, elite prep school, is in Wallingford. JFK attended Choate before going to Harvard.
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Founded1670|Population45,000|Peak45,000(2024)|CountyNew Haven County
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1670Founded: Colonial settlement.
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1890Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Wallingford's character and economy.
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2010Modern Era: Wallingford continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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2020Modern Growth: Wallingford continued to grow as part of its metropolitan area.
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Did You Know?
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Choate Rosemary Hall, elite prep school, is in Wallingford.
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JFK attended Choate before going to Harvard.
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Between New Haven and Hartford along I-91.
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Wallingford is located in New Haven County, Connecticut.
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Wallingford was founded in 1670.
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