Massachusetts History - Historic Sites
Learn about the history of the state of Massachusetts, plus find Massachusetts historic sites, genealogical resources and other interesting facts and trivia. See also: Massachusetts Travel Guide.
Boston Baked Beans
From your About Guide, it's not called Beantown for nothing! Here's a look at the history of Boston Baked Beans, plus recipes.
From your About Guide, it's not called Beantown for nothing! Here's a look at the history of Boston Baked Beans, plus recipes.
Nantucket Makes Endangered List
From your About Guide, the National Trust for Historic Preservation says Nantucket's character is threatened by development.
From your About Guide, the National Trust for Historic Preservation says Nantucket's character is threatened by development.
Boston History
Boston Online brings you this link-rich guide to Boston's long history, from colonial days up through the 20th century.
Boston Online brings you this link-rich guide to Boston's long history, from colonial days up through the 20th century.
Boston History and Architecture
From The Boston Web Project, here's a resource for exploring the history and unique architecture of Boston from its colonial origins to the present. Includes historic photos.
From The Boston Web Project, here's a resource for exploring the history and unique architecture of Boston from its colonial origins to the present. Includes historic photos.
Geological History of Franklin County
Through examining old quarries, you can see evidence of millions of years passing in this unusual region.
Through examining old quarries, you can see evidence of millions of years passing in this unusual region.
Greenfield's History
Here you can find information about Colonial Greenfield and the conflicts that settlers had with the existing native population.
Here you can find information about Colonial Greenfield and the conflicts that settlers had with the existing native population.
The Harvard Regiment
The 20th Regiment of Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, the "Harvard Regiment," was legendary for its defense of the Union in the American Civil War.
The 20th Regiment of Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, the "Harvard Regiment," was legendary for its defense of the Union in the American Civil War.
Haverhill History
From galaca web design, explore this Massachusetts town's history. Founded in 1640, it impressed George Washington and was home to the first Macy's parade in 1854.
From galaca web design, explore this Massachusetts town's history. Founded in 1640, it impressed George Washington and was home to the first Macy's parade in 1854.
Historical Records of Tisbury
Online historical records related to the Town of Tisbury and the island of Martha's Vineyard, including oral histories and census records--great for genealogy researchers!
Online historical records related to the Town of Tisbury and the island of Martha's Vineyard, including oral histories and census records--great for genealogy researchers!
Lord Jeffery Amherst
The person for whom the town was named has a rather ugly history, possibly being the founder of germ warfare.
The person for whom the town was named has a rather ugly history, possibly being the founder of germ warfare.
Martha's Vineyard History
The Martha's Vineyard Chamber of Commerce takes a quick look at the island's more than 200 years of history.
The Martha's Vineyard Chamber of Commerce takes a quick look at the island's more than 200 years of history.
Old Maps of Massachusetts
If you are a fan of historic maps, here's a place to purchase them. They also have old Gazetteer excerpts.
If you are a fan of historic maps, here's a place to purchase them. They also have old Gazetteer excerpts.
Southborough Historical Society
The Southborough Historical Society site features a calendar of events and the history of this Massachusetts town.
The Southborough Historical Society site features a calendar of events and the history of this Massachusetts town.