An Historic Sketch of Coxet and the Richmond Family by Henry B. Worth

This study of the early history of  the Westport Harbor / Acoaxet region of Westport, bordering Little Compton was written in 1907 by local historian Henry B. Worth. It includes information about: “Isaac Alderman” a Native American preacher Daniel Wilcox Native Americans: Jonotus and Sue Codimonk, Sam Pacachus Sylvester Richmond Asa Howland Places: Stephen’s Neck […]

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North Westport School

Westport Schools District 17 North Westport North Westport school was originally located on the south side of Old Bedford Road where the grange hall stands. It was moved to the north side, converted to a home at 348 Old Bedford Road. In 1861 the School Committee noted that Abbie S. Sherman, a first-time teacher, did […]

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