Lighthouses
They were once trusted tools for navigation at sea. Today they are windows into our nautical past, filled with folklore and stories of shipwrecks, heroism, romance and, some say, ghosts.
There's Boston Light, the oldest lighthouse in America, established in 1716. There's Highland Light on Cape Cod, the first light seen on a voyage from Europe to Boston. There's Scituate Light, the oldest lighthouse in the U.S. with attached living quarters. There are so many more, and we welcome you to come explore, learn about and experience our wondrous array of historic beacons, located up and down our coastlines.
Quick Hits
Brant Point Light on Nantucket Island has been moved and rebuilt more than any other...Nauset Light on the Cape Cod National Seashore was moved back from the shoreline in 1996...Race Point Light, in Provincetown, is open to the public for overnight stays...Thacher Island Lights in Rockport is the only surviving U.S. lighthouse with multiple lights.
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Franklin County Fair
September 4, 2007Through September 7. Agricultural fair with many exhibits and events, stage shows and a giant midway.
Great New England Air Show
September 6, 2008Through September 7. Attractions include many of the most sophisticated aircraft in the Air Force inventory.
Marthas Vineyard International Film Festival
September 11, 2008Through September 14. Imagine four days filled with amazing films from around the globe.
North Quabbin Garlic & Arts Festival
September 20, 2008Through September 21. "The Festival That Stinks" More than 50 artists, musicians & events.
Map of the Regions in Massachusetts
Special Offers & Packages
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