East Hampton is located in Middlesex County, 22 miles south of the state capital of Hartford. It is equidistant from Boston and New York
City – 105 miles from each. It comprises 36.8 square miles and has a population of approximately 12,000. Located about seven miles from two major highways (Routes 2 and 9) along Route 66, East Hampton’s beautiful countryside has proven attractive to those who seek a typical small-town ambiance. East Hampton has a rich and diverse history spanning nearly 300 years as its first settlers found a home along the Connecticut River in Middle Haddam. East Hampton has transformed in both name and trade over the centuries. From Chatham to East Hampton, the town has been known by various callings. And from farming, to shipbuilding, to mining, to industry, and finally bell making; the people of East Hampton have made a name for themselves in the Connecticut River Valley. Click on the buttons to the left to learn more about East Hampton’s history and development as a New England village.
