Business Owners of Black Rock
Connecticut, 06605
A powerful network for a stronger community
With over 20 active members, our organization forms a strong and reliable network. This allows us to advocate in the local community and work directly with city officials to get things done.
Our Founding Members
Support for the small businesses of Black Rock
Business Owners of Black Rock is a network of small businesses from the Black Rock area that have come together to support the local community and get small business awareness out to the Black Rock residents.
Black Rock Business Directory
Getting the community up and out to shop local
We want the black rock community to be aware of whats going on with businesses in the Black Rock Community. We want to share specials, sales, events, business openings and more.
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Black Rock ROCKS!
Black Rock is one of the most eclectic communities in all of Connecticut. A part of Fairfield until 1870 when Mayor Barnum (yes, PT Barnum) annexed Black Rock to Bridgeport. Our neighborhood occupies a special niche in the region. There’s nothing like it. And now, our community is experiencing a 2020 revival.
From the new Birdman Juke Joint to staples like Harborview Market, Black Rock offers a diverse mix of shops, restaurants, and one-of-a-kind services. We have neighborhood bars where everybody actually knows your name; a local printer; hair salons for all kinds of hair; and that modern-day necessity — our own craft brewer.
Black Rock’s documented history goes back to the early 17th century. The names of Bartram, Ellsworth, and Brewster still dot the map. Caleb Brewster, a central figure of the Turn series, settled here after his spying days were done. In the 1800s, the George Hotel on the harbor drew summer visitors from New York City. As industry skyrocketed across Bridgeport in the 20th century, Black Rock became more residential.
Today, we thrive as one of Fairfield County’s best-kept secrets. The Ash Creek separates us from Fairfield and leads to the St. Mary’s by the Sea walkway where locals come to fish, stroll along the waterfront, picnic, and maybe kindle a romantic moment. Boats still course the waters, just not the merchant ships of the past.
Virtually every race, ethnicity, and faith can be found in Black Rock, adding to our vibrancy. To claim Black Rock affiliation puts you in a special category.
We all know each other, we all celebrate Black Rock Day every spring and we turn out en masse for our latest favorite event—Porchfest. We’re different, but we’re hospitable. Won’t you spend some time with us?
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