Fairfield History As the 18th century progressed, Fairfield became a home for wealthy New Englanders. Many influential families established their homesteads here, and with that wealth came a relatively large population of enslaved African and Native American laborers.
What makes Fairfield CT unique?
Fairfield is a charming, thriving town featuring five miles of shoreline on the Long Island Sound. Fairfield has more than 61,000 residents but maintains a small-town feeling--diverse neighborhoods with their own character and flair, top-notch neighborhood-based schools, and many active civic associations