Benjamin Colton

Benjamin Colton (1690 - February 28, 1759) was the first pastor of the Congregational Church of West Hartford. He served 46 years, from 1713 to 1759, until his death from measles. Born in Longmeadow, Hampden Co. Massachusetts, he graduated from Yale College in 1710. He enjoyed fame as a solid preacher. He also baptized Noah Webster in 1758.