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East Haddam, Connecticut is enriched with history, natural beauty and rural character, with its rolling countryside dotted by old farmsteads, lakes, handsome state parks and quaint neighborhoods. Once a commercial center because of its location on the Connecticut River, East Haddam is now primarily a tourist town.
Many buildings essential to the old mill-town ambiance of East Haddam remain lovingly preserved, its highlights including the schoolhouse where Nathan Hale taught in 1733 and the Gelston House, a historic tavern dating back to 1736. The Goodspeed Opera House, located in East Haddam, is renowned for sending new musicals to Broadway. Historic homes, old stone walls that wind through the woods, post and beam barns and early American buildings stand as testaments to the early life of a trading and farming town.
Within East Haddam, the Village of Moodus was the site of a dozen water-powered textile mills during the nineteenth century and home to eastern European immigrants who worked them. Later, people seeking refuge from city life flocked to summer resorts in Moodus, several of which continue in business to this day. Moodus is named for its famed "Moodus Noises," strange audible rumblings that are seismic in origin and that figure prominently in Native American lore.
East Haddam is also home to the headwaters of the Eight Mile River, which runs through a greenway of protected open space. The Devil's Hopyard State Park protects the Eight Mile River as it tumbles over a rushing waterfall and through a hemlock gorge. The Salmon River borders the town to the North and is the site of a state project to restore anadramous fish to Connecticut River tributaries. Three lakes, Bashan, Moodus Reservoir and Lake Hayward, provide recreation and scenic beauty for all to enjoy.
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CONNECTICUT (CT) A STATE OF CONTRASTS -- "QUI TRANSTULIT SUSTINET (HE WHO TRANSPLANTED STILL SUSTAINS)"
Poised at the edge of America's largest city yet firmly rooted in the spirit and traditions of rural New England, bridging the innovations of the nation's finest educational and research institutions with nearly four centuries of historical perspective, the state offers a wealth of cultural opportunities and resources to rival any other, regardless of physical size.
A major draw for new residents and visitors alike is Connecticut's rich and varied landscape, both natural and man-made. The pristine, sand-swept beaches of the coast in the south are thrown into sharp relief by the hilly, forested country of the state's northern reaches. Historic village greens and colonial-era steeples give way to office towers and bustling city streets. The classic brownstones and neo-gothic architecture of the state's oldest educational and governmental institutions stand alongside the sleek modernist structures of today. The state's variegated physical appearance reflects its multifaceted identity and its diversity of spirit.
A leader in higher education, industry and contemporary thought, the state draws on the lessons of its rich and varied history to confront the challenges of the future. Firmly rooted in rural New England traditions yet cosmopolitan in its outlook, the state combines the sophistication of the city with the close-knit community spirit and values of the countryside. A perfect destination for professionals seeking a rural atmosphere with easy access to the city, the state offers the best of city and country for residents and visitors alike.
Climate:
New England is famous for its four distinct seasons, with brisk, snowy winters giving way to colorful springs and hot, humid summers. Connecticut's climate is somewhat more moderate than that of most states in the region, particularly along the coast, but still varies greatly; be prepared for beach weather in July and August and snowstorms from December through early March.
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Population:
Population in the state is slightly over 3.5 million, making it the second most-populous state in New England behind Massachusetts. The state's population is largely concentrated in the Capital Region near Hartford and along the southeastern coast.
Government:
The state's capital is Hartford, which lies along the Connecticut River in the central region of the state. The state government has three branches: Executive (headed by the governor), Legislative (comprising the two houses of the Connecticut General Assembly) and Judicial (headed by the Connecticut Supreme Court).
Taxes:
The state income tax applies to full-year residents, part-year residents, and nonresidents with income from Connecticut sources.
- 10,000 of taxable income for single filers and married taxpayers filing separately;
- $16,000 of taxable income for head of household filers;
- $20,000 of taxable income for married taxpayers filing jointly.