Massachusetts is named after the Massachusett tribe that inhabited the area of present-day Greater Boston. The Pilgrim Fathers who sailed on the Mayflower established the first …

4 days ago · Prior to 1685 there were two separate colonies within the boundaries of present-day Massachusetts. The area around Plymouth and Cape Cod, settled by the Pilgrims, was known …

Travel on an amazing journey to discover key events in the history of Massachusetts, from earliest times to the present day. Each color represents a theme in the story.

The history of Massachusetts is rich and complex, marked by its role as one of the original thirteen colonies and its capital, Boston, often referred to as the "cradle of the American …

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Nov 9, 2009 · One of the original 13 colonies and one of the six New England states, Massachusetts (officially called a commonwealth) is perhaps best known for being the landing …

Massachusetts is more than just a state—it’s a living testament to the power of ideas. From the Boston Tea Party to the abolitionist movement, this small New England powerhouse has …

You can see, hear, feel, and sometimes even smell the history throughout Massachusetts. Check out the very rock where the Pilgrims landed, and visit Plimoth Patuxet Museums to see what …

Feb 15, 2020 · As the Age of Enlightenment dawned, the highly literate and well educated citizens of Massachusetts began to rebel against the English monarchy in the name of liberty and, as a …

Timeline of important dates and major events in the history of Massachusetts. Illustrated list of events and people from our today in history archives.