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.

Copp's Hill Burying Ground, Boston, Mass, circa 1904

Oldest Cemeteries in Massachusetts

Massachusetts has many historic cemeteries. Not surprisingly, some of the oldest cemeteries in Massachusetts happen to be located in some of the oldest towns in the state. Most of these… Read more »

Monomoy Point Light Station, Monomoy Island, circa 1968

Ghost Towns in Massachusetts

Among the many historic towns in Massachusetts are a handful of ghost towns. These towns were abandoned either decades or centuries ago for a variety of reasons. Someone of these… Read more »

10 Oldest Buildings in Boston

Boston is a historic town with many old buildings and historic sites. The town was settled in the 17th century and many of its oldest buildings were constructed during that… Read more »

Oldest Towns in Massachusetts

Massachusetts is home to many historic towns and historic sites. The oldest towns in Massachusetts date back to the early 17th century and were settled during the Great Puritan Migration… Read more »

Burial Hill Cemetery in Plymouth, Mass

Burial Hill is a historic cemetery in Plymouth, Mass. The cemetery is the second oldest cemetery in Plymouth and was established sometime in the 17th century, possibly around 1679. The… Read more »