1785 - Reverend Bela Hubbard, Rector of Trinity Episcopal Church in New Haven, began missionary work in Bethany. A predecessor to the present Episcopal Church was built on the corner of Carrington and Tuttle Roads. This structure was torn down in 1803. 1789 - Beecher Schoolhouse built on Sperry Road. First of three on this site.
Bethany schools receive share of proceeds.
Inc. This old stagecoach route passed through Bethany Parish and later renamed Litchfield Turnpike. 1798 - Bethany Union Library founded. 1800 - Downs Schoolhouse built on Downs Road. 1831 - Present Congregational Church built at Bethany Center on Amity Road. 1832 - By Act of General Assembly, Bethany separated from Woodbridge and incorporated as a town.