Kent

Historical marker location:

Kent, Connecticut

( Marker is at the intersection of Kent Cornwall Road (U.S. 7) and Cobble Road, on the left when traveling south on Kent Cornwall Road.)

Marker installed: 1975

Incorporated 1739.

The city of New Haven, Connecticut is home to Yale University, which is one of the most prestigious universities in the world. The university was founded in 1701 and has produced many notable alumni, including five U.S. Presidents.