Posted on February 26, 2019 by Jenny ONeill
The powder house was built c. 1812 by a town military brigade called into existence by the War of 1812. It was probably used as a “magazine” rather than a powder house, housing “home guard” stores of shot. Its first site was on the lot where 51 Drift Road now sits. Later it moved behind […]
Continue ReadingPosted on February 20, 2019 by Jenny ONeill
Posted on February 13, 2019 by Jenny ONeill
Sometimes it is the most obscure of stories that can shine fresh light on the enormity of historical events. This small newspaper article found inside a scrapbook of Second World War clippings, chronicles the heroic deeds of Tarzan, a handsome German Shepherd from Forge Road, who was one of thousands of dogs given by their […]
Continue ReadingPosted on January 23, 2019 by Jenny ONeill
On June 20, 1925, the Old Dartmouth Historical Society again visited the Hix Bridge area, as it had in 1912. Seated under the trees at the Handy house as guests of its owners, Mr. & Mrs. Abbott P. Smith, the society was first addressed by its president, George H. Tripp, and then heard a paper […]
Continue ReadingPosted on December 18, 2018 by Jenny ONeill
Westport’s Ruby Devol Finch (1804 – 1866) is considered to be “one of the most uniquely creative female American folk artists of her time” (Donald R. Walters, “Ruby Devol Finch, Recent Discoveries,” Antiques and Fine Art Magazine 2012). However, with only 15 known works, it is not surprising that she remains somewhat obscure. Yet her […]
Continue ReadingPosted on December 14, 2018 by Jenny ONeill
Voices, some of which have not been heard for many decades, will once again come to life! A project to preserve and provide access to interviews conducted in 1976 is moving forward with assistance from a Community Preservation Act grant. During Westport’s Bicentennial celebrations in 1976, oral histories were obtained from numerous residents. Many of […]
Continue ReadingPosted on November 29, 2018 by Jenny ONeill
Polish Families of Westport Get Together August 6, 2022 Research compiled by Russell T. Hart PART 1 Polish Families of Westport, Massachusetts from Westport Historical Society on Vimeo. PART 2 Polish Families of Westport, Massachusetts research by Russell Hart, presented at the Westport History Group, 2008 The history of the Polish families in Westport […]
Continue ReadingPosted on November 14, 2018 by Jenny ONeill
The Devil’s Pocket Hole Westport Point is one of most protected and hidden harbors in this area. The high dunes of Horseneck blocked the Point from view and the rocks and ledges, combined with treacherous currents, made navigation difficult to outsiders. The British referred to Westport Harbor as “the Devil’s Pocket Hole.” Often as a […]
Continue ReadingPosted on November 12, 2018 by Jenny ONeill
Contact Partners Village Store for availability. Westport Point Wharf jigsaw puzzle is SOLD OUT!
Continue ReadingPosted on August 4, 2018 by Jenny ONeill
Call for vendors Community Vintage Wares Market at the Handy House Artisan Fair Saturday Sep 22 (rain date Sep 23) 2018 10 AM – 3 PM 202 Hix Bridge Road, Westport Do you have an attic full of treasures that need a new home? Why not consider participating in our Community Vintage Wares Market! This […]
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