Wilton, Connecticut
Population: 17,633
Located in Fairfield County
Established in 1802 and once a part of Norwalk, Wilton is a small town filled with grace and beauty. It is located in famous Fairfield County, and is next to Route 7, which links to Highways 84 and 95, and is lined with schools, offices, shops and restaurants. Known for its open space and woodsy environment, most homes in Wilton possess at least two acres of land, and range from modern styles, contemporary and ranch to the grand and infamous New England colonials. It has one of the highest ranked school systems in the state, priding itself in its value of educational excellence, with three elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school, in which mean SAT scores are way above average.
If you stroll through Cannondale Village, you can enjoy many historic buildings, antique shops and restaurants. Wilton Center features all of the necessities for everyday life, from a massive food market, to a video store, to restaurants and stores; this area is a popular daily destination. To see amazing artwork, visit Weir Farm National Historic Site, where the work of American Impressionist Painter named J. Alden Weir is displayed. If you are looking for a nature excursion, then the Woodcock Nature Center is your spot, where you can take a self-guided tour of a swamp, an interpretive center and educational programs. For a quiet day, visit the Wilton Public Library with special areas for kids, and lines of books and videos. Afterwards, you may want to exercise at the Wilton Fitness Club, which offers a variety of machines and trainers to choose from. Fairfield County's premier day spa also recently opened here, and offers the ultimate in spa services and weekend getaways.
Whether you are searching for nature walks, fresh fruit, or to buy an antique clock, Wilton offers a place for you. With its educational reputation, and peaceful neighborhoods, it's a wonder that New York City is under an hour away and Westchester County is a mere twenty to forty minute drive.
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