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Rated #1 best
small town year after year by Connecticut Magazine. People who discover
this quiet, green haven in the north of Fairfield County, often stay. Redding
is one of the least dense towns in Connecticut, with a population of 8,270
covering its 31.5 square miles. But, Redding doesn't suffer from isolation;
opportunities abound in Redding and neighboring towns, which includes
Georgetown, Ridgefield, Newtown, Weston and Wilton for seasonal, athletic,
cultural and other community activities.
Redding is
conveniently located to New York City and the area's major business centers.
Redding is approximately 57 miles north of New York City and close to major
roadways Route 7, I-84, I-684, I-95 and the Merritt Parkway. Also, minutes away
from the Branchville
train station
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With its
rolling wooded acres and historic white colonials, Redding is a picture of
the classic, unspoiled New England town. Mark Twain, the experimental composer
Charles Ives, and the famous photographer Edward Steichen, are just three of
the artists that have drawn inspiration from living here. Redding also attracts
business executives commuting to New York or nearby towns, professionals
working at home, families seeking high-quality education for their children,
and others looking for bucolic retreat.
Historic
Points of Interest:
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Mark
Twain Libraryon Route 53 and Diamond Hill Road, was founded by Samuel
Clemens, better known as Mark Twain, shortly after he moved to Redding in 1908.
The presence of Mark Twain is strongly felt in the original building, which is
filled with historic memorabilia. A prominently displayed portrait of Samuel
Clemens is a constant reminder of the library's rich legacy. The library plays
an important role in the Redding community. It is the center of Redding's
cultural life, treasured by residents for its rich history and literary
offerings.
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The
Redding Historical Society is located at 43 Lonetown Road. The society
preserves and makes available materials that document the history of
Redding.
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Putnam
Memorial State Park, on Route 58: This 800-acre park as a Revolutionary
War campsite. A 42-foot memorial obelisk was erected in 1888 and a statue of
General Israel Putnam guards the entrance. There is a museum and marked areas
to designate the campsite.
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Collis P.
Huntington State Park on Sunset Hill Road was the old stomping grounds for
Sachem Chickens Warrups.
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The
Little Red Brick Schoolhouse on Umpawaug Road was built in 1789 and is one
of the few brick schoolhouses still standing in Connecticut.
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Christ
Church Episcopal, at the intersection of Cross Highway and Route 58, is
the third oldest Episcopal Society in the state. It was founded in
1732.
Redding's
commitment to preserving land in its natural state makes it unique in
Fairfield County. Over ¼ of the town's 20,600 acres are protected,
providing seasonal enjoyments to residents and important conservation benefits.
This land includes the Saugatuck Reservoir, two state parks, and land owned by
the town and private groups like the Nature Conservancy, Connecticut Audubon
Society, and the Redding Land Trust.
CountrysideTown of
Redding students are served by three schools: Redding Elementary School,
John Read Middle School and Joel Barlow High School. The Redding Board of
Education governs Redding Elementary School and the John Read Middle School;
Joel Barlow High School falls under the jurisdiction of the Region 9 Board of
Education, which covers Redding and Easton.
From playing
fields and tennis lessons to summer concerts on the Green, Redding's Park
& Recreation Department offers over 60 programs each year geared to
preschoolers, school-age children, teens and adults. The new Redding Community
offers three multi-purpose playing fields, a gymnasium, two community rooms, a
senior center and the Park and Recreation offices. The Redding Country Club has
an eighteen hole golf course, Olympic sized swimming pool, tennis courts,
platform tennis courts and clubhouse, emphasizes total family
involvement.
 The tall
white spires of Redding's churches serve as important landmarks. Coming
into town on Rte. 58, you turn left at Christ Episcopal Church, whose pastor
openly prayed for King George during the Revolutionary War and survived
repeated threats to his life. The Congregational Church is an example of the
Greek Revival style of the early 1800's and is the site of an annual fall arts
and crafts fair. There are also Catholic, Unitarian, Jewish, Bible, Lutheran,
and Methodist houses of worship from which to choose.
Colleges
within easy commute include Western Connecticut State University (Danbury),
Fairfield University, Norwalk Community College, University of Bridgeport,
University of Connecticut at Stamford, Sacred Heart University and Yale
University.
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