Town of Milford, Connecticut

ABOUT

Welcome to Milford, a "small city with a big heart!" Strolling through downtown you get that small town feeling coupled with the charm and sense of history of an English settlement dating from 1639. Walk over the Hotchkiss Bridge, stop for an ice cream cone, and take a tour on a rented bike or kayak, then return to treat yourself to a lobster dinner. Seventeen miles of Long island Sound coastline funnel into the harbor that winds its way to meet the Wepagwaug River in the heart of town. The meticulously maintained town green, the second longest in New England, the second longest in New England, where memorials salute those who have served in past conflicts dating back centuries. A memorial bridge provides a stone passageway embodying the history of our ancestors, making Milford as the sixth older town in Connecticut, a feeling of "Milford pride," along with ample cultural, recreational, educational, and employment opportunities make the city a great place to visit and set down roots. Many high quality arts and crafts shows, diverse festivals and events make Milford a destination. Water recreation abounds with access from boat launches, the Milford Lisman Landing Marina, multiple city beaches, and Silver Sands State Park. The Connecticut Audubon Coastal Center at Milford Point offers views of the estuary and Long Island Sound and their inhabitants, as well as educational programs.