Author Archives: Rebecca Beatrice Brooks

About Rebecca Beatrice Brooks

Rebecca Beatrice Brooks is the author and publisher of the History of Massachusetts Blog. Rebecca is a freelance journalist and history lover who got her start in journalism working for small-town newspapers in Massachusetts and New Hampshire after she graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a B.A. in journalism. Visit this site's About page to find out more about Rebecca.

History of Hull, Massachusetts

Originally known as Nantasket, Hull is a historic town on Cape Cod and is one of the oldest towns in Massachusetts. The following is a timeline of the history of… Read more »

History of Weymouth, Massachusetts

Weymouth is the second oldest town in Massachusetts. It was first inhabited by natives from the Massachusetts tribe before being settled by English colonists and then abandoned in the early… Read more »

Illustration of the Green Dragon Tavern in Boston circa 1773

Oldest Bars in Boston

Many of the oldest bars in Boston date back to the 18th and 19th centuries. They were frequented by various historical figures and served as a backdrop to many historic… Read more »

King’s Chapel Burying Ground

Established in 1630, King’s Chapel Burying Ground is the oldest cemetery in Boston. The burial ground is 0.44 acres and 19,200 square feet in size and contains over 1,800 grave… Read more »

Union Oyster House, Boston, Mass, circa 1898

10 Oldest Restaurants in Boston

Boston has many historic sites which includes some of its oldest restaurants. The majority of these restaurants were established in the 19th century when restaurants first became popular. The list… Read more »