History of Killingworth, Connecticut, USA

1663 - (Killingworth, CT) - Europeans established a plantation here in 1663, naming it Homonoscitt after the Hammonasset people who inhabited the area.

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In 1703, the state General Assembly granted incorporation to Kenilworth, which in time became known as Killingworth.

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1819 - Killingworth
Killingworth is a maritime post township, situated upon Long Island sound, 38 miles southeast from Hartford, 26 east from New-Haven, and 26 west from New-London; bounded on the north by Durham, on the northeast by Haddam, on the east by Saybrook, on the south by Long Island sound, and on the west by Hammonassett river, which separates it from Guilford.

The township is of an oblong figure, comprising an area of about 42 square miles, being about 13 miles in length, from north to south, and having a mean breadth of more than 3 miles.

The surface is various; the southern section of the township being level, the northern diversified with hill and dale, and it is rough and stony. Upon the border of the sound, there are large tracts of marine alluvial or salt marsh, comprising, as had been estimated, 1000 acres.

The soil is also various. The northern section is a gravelly loam; in other sections there are some tracts of sandy loam, and some argillaceous, and the marine alluvial... Read MORE...

1839 - Killingworth
Killingworth, Connecticut
Middlesex county. This town, the Indian Hammonnasset, was first settled in 1663. The central part of the town is 38 miles S.E. from Hartford, 27 W. from New London, and 17 S. by E. from Middletown. Population, 1830, 2,484. This town lies on Long Island Sound with a harbor for small vessels. Many vessels are built at this place. There is 1,000 acres of good salt meadow in Killingworth, and the soil of the uplands, although hard and uneven, are rendered productive by industry and skillful management. The village is very pleasant with a wide street a mile and a half in length, crossed about midway by Indian river, a small stream which enters the harbor. This was a great resort for the Indians. "Immense masses of mouldering shells still point out the places where they dwelt." Killingworth is a healthful, interesting place.
The New England Gazetteer containing descriptions of all the states, counties and towns in New England: also descriptions of the principal mountains, rivers lakes, capes, bays, harbors, islands and fashionable resorts within that territory. By John Hayward, author of the Columbian Traveller, Religious Creeds, &c. &c. Boston: John Hayward. Boyd & White, Concord, N.H. 1839

1854 - Killingworth
Killingworth, a post-township of Middle sex county, Connecticut, intersected by the Hammonasset river, 22 miles E. by N. from New Haven. Population, 1107.
A New and Complete Gazetteer of the United States: Giving a Full and Comprehensive Review of the Present Condition, Industry, and Resources of the American Confederacy ... Thomas Baldwin (of Philadelphia.) Joseph Thomas January 1, 1854 Philadelphia : Lippincott, Grambo & Company 1854.

1895 - Killingworth
Kill'ingworth, a post-hamlet of Middlesex co, Cons: in Killingworth township, about 22 miles E. by N. of New Haven, and 6 miles N. of Clinton Railroad Station. It has 3 churches and a paper-mill. Pop. of the township, 856.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

1916
Killingworth, a post-hamlet of Middlesex co., Conn., in Killingworth township (town), 22 miles E. by X. of New Haven. Pop. of the town in 1900, 651.
Lippincotts New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns, Resorts, Islands, Rivers, Mountains, Seas, Lakes, Etc., in Every Portion of the Globe, Part 1 Angelo Heilprin Louis Heilprin - January 1, 1916 J.B. Lippincott - Publisher

Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Killingworth:
Chatfield Hollow State Park:

Explore the scenic trails and enjoy a hike or a leisurely walk.

Have a picnic by the pond or use the designated picnic areas.

In the summer, the park is great for swimming and fishing.

Parmelee Farm:

Discover the history of Killingworth at Parmelee Farm with its historic buildings and walking trails.

Attend events and festivals that take place at the farm throughout the year.

Check out the farmer's market if you're there on a weekend.

Killingworth Library:

Spend a quiet afternoon at the Killingworth Library, a cozy spot with a good selection of books.

Check for community events or book clubs happening at the library.

Killingworth Historical Society:

Immerse yourself in the town's history by visiting the Killingworth Historical Society.

Explore artifacts and exhibits showcasing the rich heritage of Killingworth.

Take a Stroll in the Village Center:

Wander around the village center, where you'll find charming... Read MORE...