How Did Plymouth Get Its Name?
Have you ever wondered how Plymouth, Massachusetts got its name? The answer is Plymouth was first named by Captain John Smith during his expedition to New England in 1614. Smith… Read more »
How Did New England Get Its Name?
Have you ever wondered how New England got its name? The answer is New England was named by English explorer Captain John Smith during his expedition to North America in… Read more »
How Did Martha’s Vineyard Get Its Name?
Ever wonder who Martha was and how Martha’s Vineyard got its name in the first place? The answer has been lost to time but some sources claim that the island… Read more »
History of Martha’s Vineyard
Martha’s Vineyard is a small island off the coast of Cape Cod that is home to six small towns: Chilmark, Edgartown, Oak Bluffs, Tisbury, West Tisbury and Aquinnah. The following… Read more »
How Did Cape Cod Get Its Name?
Have you ever wondered where the name Cape Cod came from? The answer is Cape Cod was named after the abundant supply of cod fish found in the waters of… Read more »