Hopkinton
Town Hall, 18 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA 01748
Town Clerk, 508-497-9710 Fax: 508-497-9702
Email: annc@hopkinton.org
Web: www.hopkinton.org
Population: 14,550
Sq. Miles: 27.9
Type of Government: Open Town Meeting, Five-Member Board of Selectmen
Chairman, Board of Selectmen: F. Eric Sonnett
Town Administrator: Theodore Kozak
Congressional District: 3rd, Honorable James P. McGovern (D)
State Senator: Karen E. Spilka (D)
State Representative: Paul J. P. Loscocco (R)
School District: Hopkinton School District, 508-497-9800
Public Library: Hopkinton Public Library, 508-497-9777
Cable: Comcast, 888-633-4266
Gas: Com Gas, 800-572-9300
Electric: NSTAR, 800-592-2000
Water: Town Water and Private Wells, 508-497-9565
Waste Removal: BFI, 508-497-9740, DPW
Hopkinton is mainly a residential community. Hopkinton is located within commuting distance to many major destinations, including Boston. The Massachusetts Turnpike and Interstate 495 are located within the Town’s boundaries.
Hopkinton is home to EMC2 and other growing companies. Hopkinton is rocky and hilly and has several lakes. The source of the Charles River is found in Hopkinton. There are several recreational features including hiking trails, a town forest, and a town beach, along with many ball fields for various sports. The Massachusetts Audubon Society has land in Hopkinton. The area is open to the public with walking trails available. The Hopkinton State Park offers facilities for swimming, boating, hiking, fishing and picnicking. The Whitehall State Park has a boat ramp, as well as a series of trails surrounding the lake.
Hopkinton gains national attention once a year in April. The B.A.A. Marathon has started in Hopkinton since 1924. Runners from all over the world gather on Main Street to begin their 26-mile run to Boston. On July 4th each year, Hopkinton has a local parade. The Polyarts Festival is held in the fall and includes performing arts, exhibiting artists and craftspeople. During the summer, a series of concerts is held on the Town Common.
