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Stratford is a town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States. Stratford is bordered on the west by Bridgeport, to the north by Trumbull and Shelton, and on the east by Milford. Stratford has a population of 51,384 as of the 2010 census. Stratford was founded in 1639 by Puritan leader Reverend Adam Blakeman.

Population

As of the 2010 census, Stratford had a population of 51,384. The racial makeup of the town was 76.78% White, 14.24% Black or African American, 0.17% Native American, 2.71% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 3.41% from other races, and 2.65% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 12.4% of the population.

There were 19,697 households, out of which 31.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.5% were married couples living together, 13.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.0% were non-families. 27.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.55 and the average family size was 3.15.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 25.1% under the age of 18, 8.1% from 18 to 24, 30.5% from 25 to 44, 22.9% from 45 to 64, and 13.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.5 males.

History

Stratford was founded in 1639 by Puritan leader Reverend Adam Blakeman as the first town in Connecticut settled beyond the Housatonic River. Settlers from England arrived in Stratford in 1639 seeking religious freedom. Land was purchased from the native Paugussett people who historically inhabited the area. Some of the original settlers were from families who founded Stratford-upon-Avon in England. The town took its name from that town.

Economy

Historically, Stratford was an agricultural community, but has more recently become largely commercial and residential due to its proximity to Bridgeport. Major employers in Stratford include Sikorsky Aircraft, Connecticut's largest employer with more than 8,000 local jobs, and Pepperidge Farm. The town has a diverse commercial base, with over 7,000 businesses operating in town. Stratford is home to the Connecticut corporate headquarters for several multi-nation companies. Brewster buildings, original parts of an aircraft complex erected in the 1940s, stand to this day and house Sikorsky helicopter research and development facilities.

Landmarks

Shakespeare Theatre

The Shakespeare Theatre is a Shakespearean theatre company based in Stratford. Built originally as the American Shakespeare Festival Theater, construction started in 1955 after the town donated 30 acres of land near the Housatonic River. The theatre opened in 1955 and during the 1960s and 1970s saw performances from actors such as Katharine Hepburn, James Earl Jones, and Christopher Plummer. The theatre continues to produce plays to this day.

Address: 1855 Main Street, Stratford, CT 06615

Phone: (203) 375-5000

Sterling House Community Center

The Sterling House Community Center is a historic house museum and community center in Stratford. Built in the early 1800s, the Sterling House was owned by the Sterling family and then served as a boarding house before being donated to the town in the 1920s. Today it serves as a community and cultural center with exhibits on local history.

Address: 2283 Main Street, Stratford, CT 06615

Phone: (203) 378-2606

Boothe Memorial Park

Boothe Memorial Park is a 32-acre public park featuring gardens, woodlands, and meadows. The park includes Boothe Homestead, built in the 1790s and restored in the 20th century. The park offers walking trails, flower gardens, and scenic vistas of Long Island Sound.

Address: 5800 Main Street, Stratford, CT 06614

Phone: (203) 378-2334

GPS Coordinates: 41.1998894,-73.1182042

Public Library

The Stratford Library serves the town of Stratford. The library started as a community library in 1891 before becoming a public library in 1901. The current main library building opened in 1905. The library has over 160,000 books, periodicals, audiovisual materials, and electronic resources. It offers programs for adults and children.

Address: 2203 Main Street, Stratford, CT 06615

Phone: (203) 385-4162

Museum

The Sterling House Community Center, in addition to being a historic house and community center, serves as a local history museum for Stratford. The center features rotating exhibits on aspects of Stratford history and culture, including its founding, agricultural heritage, and notable residents. Exhibits incorporate historic documents, artifacts, photographs, and more.

Address: 2283 Main Street, Stratford, CT 06615

Phone: (203) 378-2606

Public Transportation

Public transportation in Stratford is provided by Greater Bridgeport Transit (GBT). GBT operates local bus routes throughout Stratford, providing access to downtown Bridgeport as well as connections to Metro-North railroad stations. Key routes serving Stratford include Coastal Link, Route 8, and Route 10. Fares and passes can be purchased on buses.

Major Employers

Sikorsky Aircraft

8,000 local employees

Address: 6900 Main Street, Stratford, CT 06601

Phone: (203) 386-4000

Pepperidge Farm

750 local employees

Address: 595 Westport Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06851

Phone: (203) 831-4100

Baldwin Aviation

600 local employees

Address: 10 Wright Street, Stratford, CT 06615

Phone: (203) 377-7774

County Information

Stratford is located in Fairfield County, Connecticut.

Fairfield County Government Center:

Address: 888 Washington Boulevard, Bridgeport, CT 06604

Phone: (203) 579-4860

School Districts

Stratford public schools are operated by Stratford Public Schools.

District Office:

Address: 1000 East Broadway, Stratford, CT 06615

Phone: (203) 385-4270

Stratford is also home to Bunnell High School, part of the Stratford School District.

Additional Local Resources

• Town of Stratford - Official town website
• Town of Stratford Facebook - Official Facebook page
• Bridgeport Sound Tigers - Local minor league hockey team

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