Cheshire, Connecticut is ready for its close up!  First, it was put on the map when it was featured in CNN Money Magazine’s "Best Places to Live 2009," and now, Cheshire is on its way to the big screen.

The newest Robert DeNiro film, “Everybody’s Fine” used Cheshire Correctional Institution’s unused old North Block to shoot some of its scenes.  Much of the rest of the movie was filmed in the state of Connecticut. 

This isn’t Cheshire’s first brush with fame.  It is also the birthplace of some pretty famous people.

Soap opera star Jay Bontatibus, Welcome Back Kotter star Ron Palillo (better known as Horshack) and, of course, teen hearthrob James Van Der Beek best known for his role as Dawson Leery on Dawson’s Creek.


What else is Cheshire famous for? 

It has been designated the “Bedding Plant Capital of Connecticut” by the Connecticut General Assembly.

A well-earned reputation of excellence for its education system.

What about its warm and inviting family-oriented community?

Fame doesn’t always have to come from Hollywood.  Cheshire is famous for many things that might not be worthy of the big screen, but still make it a wonderful place to live.  And at the end of the day, that’s all that matters.

Sally Bowman
Sally Bowman Real Estate
Your Cheshire CT Real Estate Expert