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Hull, Massachusetts was established in 1644, and was at that time a fishing and trading town with a small population of hardy souls. Nestled on a narrow peninsula jutting into the Atlantic Ocean across from Boston Harbor, the town served as a strategic outpost for the colonial army during the American Revolutionary War. Fort Independence was built on Castle Island in 1776 to help defend the harbor from British attack. Now preserved as a state park, the fort offers guided tours in the summer.
The town's magnificent beaches, easy access to Boston and sea air brought hordes of visitors and by 1840 steamers were making three trips a day between Boston and Hull. Boarding houses and elaborate hotels catered to visitors while fishermen and farmers still pulled nets and sowed seeds in the rural areas of town. At the center of all this activity was pristine Nantasket Beach, still considered one of the finest beaches in New England. At low tide, acres of tide pools form along the shore. The downtown area surrounding the beach was once home to Paragon Park, an amusement park with a Ferris wheel, bumper cars and a roller coaster among other rides; while the park closed in the 1980's, its historic carousel and clock tower still stand along the boardwalk.
Another era began as the community acquired a suburban character, with a growing number of professionals moving into town, drawn by the same beaches, proximity to Boston and sea air that attracted vacationers in the 19th century. Still a popular destination for tourists and summer residents, this scenic seaside community is now a bustling commuter town with some of the region's most desirable real estate. Attractions include Fort Revere Park, perched atop Telegraph Hill and featuring an observation tower with spectacular views of Boston Harbor; the Lifesaving Museum, which offers exhibits and educational programs about the town's maritime and lifesaving traditions; and Peddocks Island, formerly the site of Fort Andrews and featuring a freshwater marsh. Annual festivities include the Endless Summer Waterfront Festival, with live entertainment, local art exhibitions, fine cuisine from dozens of local restaurants, a fireworks show and a variety of fun contests.
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Massachusetts: The Past, Present & Future of Our Country
"Why Massachusetts?"
Why not? Located in the heart of New England, Massachusetts is the region's most popular state. Rich with the history of our country and still on the cutting edge of technology, Massachusetts offers a perfect blend of the past, present and future.
From the stunning seacoast, Cape Cod, the islands and Boston to the peaceful beauty of the Berkshires and the Blue Hills, Massachusetts offers something to everyone! Every year, new residents are drawn to Massachusetts for the diversity of culture and activities available in Boston, the picturesque seaside communities, and the quaint rural towns for which New England is known.
With New Hampshire and Vermont on the northern border, New York to the west, and Connecticut and Rhode Island bordering on the south, Massachusetts is the most centrally located of the New England States. Cape Cod juts out into the Atlantic Ocean on the east like a bent arm, creating an easily recognizable state shape. A day trip to one of Massachusetts' beautiful beaches or islands is easily accessible from any part of the state, as is a trip to the Berkshires in the western part of the state.
For all of these reasons and more, it's easy to see why people are so proud to say they live in Massachusetts!
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Climate:
Massachusetts has four very different seasons. We have beautifully white winters; nature begins to reawaken in the spring; our summers are perfect for lounging at the beach or hiking in the mountains; and our falls boast some of the nation's most beautiful foliage.
Population:
At just under 6.5 million residents, Massachusetts is the most populous of the New England states, with almost 600,000 in Boston alone. As of 2000, the number of residents in Massachusetts ranked us as the 13th largest state in the country.
Government:
The capital of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is Boston, situated on the Atlantic Ocean on the eastern border of the state. The state government has three branches; Executive, Legislative and Judicial, headed by a Supreme Judicial Court.
Taxes:
Massachusetts charges a 5.3% income tax, as well as 5% sales tax and a 5% meals tax, etc.
Licenses and Fees:
Information on how to obtain driver’s licenses, vehicle registration, hunting, fishing and gun permits, boating licenses, marriage licenses and more in the state of Massachusetts.
Education:
In Massachusetts, cities and towns control public schools. The state mandates school systems to operate kindergartens, but does not require children to attend them.