About Weymouth

A little History...

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 1620s. It was eventually absorbed into the Massachusetts Bay Colony. The Town of Weymouth occupies 21.6 square miles about 12 miles south of Boston on the South Shore.  Thomas Weston, a London merchant, had done helped finance the Pilgrims and pay for the Mayflower, because he believed that there was the potential for a lucrative business based on trade with the colonies.

Since the Pilgrims were motivated more by religious freedom than investment opportunities, Weston wanted to establish a separate colony that would serve as a trading post from which lumber, furs, salted fish could be shipped to England. Accordingly, he sent 60 men to what is now North Weymouth and named it "Wessaguscus" or "Wessagusset". These sixty men were apparently unprepared for the rigors that faced them, especially during the harsh winters. Food stores dwindled rapidly, and the men were forced to eke out an existence by foraging for shellfish, nuts, and berries. With starvation threatening, they appealed to the Plymouth colony for food, but they too had scarce supplies. The Wessagusset men first resorted to trading clothing and other wares to the local Indians in exchange for food. When their wares ran out, they resorted to working for the Indians in exchange for food or simply stealing food from them.

Why Live in Weymouth?

The South Shore town notes on its website that “unlike traditional New England towns, Weymouth has no downtown center.  Instead it has four village centers, each featuring its own blend of historic buildings, land use, and open space.” The four villages include East Weymouth, North Weymouth, South Weymouth, and Weymouth Landing, but whichever one you live in, it’s a guarantee you are never too far away from some town history.

Trip Advisor’s No. 1 thing to do in town is to go to Webb Memorial State Park. The state park is close to some of Boston’s Harbor Islands and has views of the city skyline. There are plenty of places to fish, walk, picnic and grill, along with areas to canoe.

Another way to explore the great outdo

ors is the Great Esker Park Trail, which is a 1.25 mile hiking trail with views of an estuary. It is also likely you will see some wild birds and other wildlife.

One historical site to checkout is Abigail Adams’s birthplace. The home was 

built in 1685 and the future first lady (and mother to a president) lived there for 20 years. The Abigail Adams Historical Society runs the house, which you can visit and tour. The house has been moved around town a few times and also had multiple renovations, most recently from 2013 to 2014.

Weymouth Town, Massachusetts is a

vibrant beach community just south of Boston. With over five miles of golden sand beaches and myriad outdoor activities, it’s an ideal spot for any New England vacation. Visitors can explore the bustling harbortown or take in a show at one of the many theaters in town. Weymouth has a vibrant downtown area featuring restaurants, cafes, shops and a weekly farmers market. The town also

offers plenty of opportunities for boating, fishing and kayaking around its picturesque coastline. Whether you’re looking for countryside exploration or seaside tranquility, Weymouth Town has something to offer everyone! Regional center/Capital city - Central Massachusetts coast at the head of Boston Bay

My Favorite Restaurant Picks

Stockholders is the place if you are looking for a steakhouse!

Precinct 10 is a modern speak easy

Sombrero's is authentic mexican cuisine

If you are considering buying a home in Weymouth, MA, please feel free to contact Realtor Deborah Grigas at Coldwell Banker Realty at 978-407-0993 or by email at Deborah.grigas@cbrealty.com.