Town History
Bethel has a traditional village center complete with town green and is surrounded by a core of churches, retail stores, service providers, a library and a municipal center. An abundance of historic homes, winding stone walls and converted farmhouses add to the charm of the surrounding countryside.
Bethel has a traditional village center complete with town green and is surrounded by a core of churches, retail stores, service providers, a library and a municipal center. An abundance of historic homes, winding stone walls and converted farmhouses add to the charm of the surrounding countryside.
Bethel Basics
Area: 17 square miles
Incorporated: 1855
2006 Net Grand List: $1,763,689,678
2003-04 Town Approved Budget: $47, 849,974
Mill Rate: 24.55
Population: 18,067
Incorporated: 1855
2006 Net Grand List: $1,763,689,678
2003-04 Town Approved Budget: $47, 849,974
Mill Rate: 24.55
Population: 18,067
While in Bethel be sure to visit Historic Downtown Bethel on Greenwood Ave. In this charming village you will find quaint gift shops, restaurants, delis, cafes, the library, coffee shops, book and music stores, pet shops, toy stores, a cinema, hand-crafted jewelers, icecream shop, bakeries, and more. Then head on over to the Stony Hill Area where you will find more charming gift shops, restaurants, nurseries, and more. Be sure to visit Blue Jay Orchards, home of everyone's favorite fall time activity, apple picking. There is something for everyone in Bethel!
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