Hamden is a town in New Haven County, Connecticut. Its nickname is "Land of the Sleeping Giants." The town is part of the South Central Connecticut Planning Zone. According to the 2020 census, the population was 61,169. Hamden boasts a perfect blend of urban and suburban life. It offers a variety of attractions, from state parks to museums.
The Eli Whitney Museum in Hamden, Connecticut, is a hands-on learning workshop for students, teachers, and families. The museum focuses on teaching people through experiences that encourage observation, creativity, and interaction with tools and materials.
Sleeping Giant State Park in Hamden, Connecticut, is one of the state's most popular and beloved natural landmarks. The park is named after its distinctive mountain range, which resembles a giant lying down – a feature visible from miles away.
West Rock Park spans over 1,700 acres along the basalt slopes of West Rock, rising more than 700 feet above the surrounding landscape. The park's seven-mile (11 km) westward-facing cliffs offer sweeping views of the entire New Haven metropolitan area and surrounding towns to the west.
