Set among the rolling hills on picturesque Route 67, the name Roxbury is all that it implies. Named for its most rugged terrain, Roxbury is a treasure of scenic delights. Lake Lillinonah lies partially within the town’s borders. Nature preserves, waterfalls, scenic lookout points, and other environmental treats abound.

Roxbury offers many unique events for locals and explorers into the community. Old Roxbury Days is a fun-filled annual event, hosted by the Historical Society, that provides a nostalgic sense of Roxbury’s past. The town’s popular Pickin’ and Fiddlin’ Contest entices musicians from throughout the region as they compete with special techniques to produce the unique sound of traditional “Mountain Music”. Onlookers from near and far come to Roxbury to cheer them on and revel in the festivities.

Local form of government in Roxbury is a Board of Selectmen with Town Meetings. The Board of Finance administers to the fiscal needs of the community.

Local students attend the Booth Free School (K - 5) in Roxbury and the Region 12 Shepaug Valley Middle and High Schools (Grades 6 - 12) in Washington. All are excellent public schools.

Roxbury Zip Code: 06783

Facts of Interest

Year Town Incorporated: October 1796
Form of Government: Board of Selectmen
Geographic Location; SE Tip of Region
Geographic Area; 27.4 Sq. Miles Current
Current Population: Est. 1,951 (1998)
Median Household Income:$37,604 (‘95)

Overview of Commercial Area: Roxbury consists of approximately 99.9% residential zoning which allows for almost no commercial zoning other than home enterprise. In addition, there are very strict limitations on what constitutes “home enterprise” - permitting only those products or services that are completely made or performed on the premises. In the center of town, a building containing the General Store, Post Office, and a few private offices was established as commercial prior to the zoning laws of 1932. The only other commercial district remaining is along Route 67 near the New Milford town line and consists of five store fronts which were established some 10-15 years ago. The town has no intention to expand upon its current commercial zoning.