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- The name is a contraction of the Algonquian word Quonohassit (Conohasset), probably meaning “rocky promontory” or “high place.” Now a popular resort and yachting centre, its early economic mainstays were cod and mackerel fishing and farming. The town is the home of the South Shore Music Circus, featuring Broadway players.
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Cohasset is approximately 12 miles (19 km) east of Braintree and 20 miles (32 km) by road southeast of Boston. Cohasset is located on the "corner" of the South Shore, where greater Boston Harbor ends and Massachusetts Bay begins. The shore is rocky, with many small ledges and rocks lying offshore.
- See thought-provoking art shows at South Shore Art Center. Posted by South Shore Art Center on Friday, 5 July 2019. Art is diverse and each region will have their own versions.
- Immerse yourself in nature at Whitney and Thayer Woods. For those who just want to go out for deep relaxation and reflection while surrounded by nature, then all you need is a trip to Whitney and Thayer Woods.
- Enjoy the sun, sand, and sea at Sandy Beach. Posted by Sandy Beach Association on Friday, 16 January 2015. Lots of fun awaits on the shores of the private Sandy Beach in Cohasset.
- Learn about organic farming at Holly Hill Farm. Farming has been taking place at Holly Hill Farm since the 17th century. It is a certified organic farm set on 140 acres (56 ha) of conservational land.
May 25, 2024 · Cohasset, Massachusetts, is a picturesque coastal town offering a range of activities and attractions for residents and visitors alike. Here are 25 things to do in Cohasset. 1. Wheelwright Park. Located in Cohasset, Wheelwright Park is a must-visit destination for dog owners and enthusiasts alike.
Sep 13, 2023 · Cohasset is a town that is rich with natural beauty from its Gold Coastline that winds along Jerusalem and Atlantic Avenue. Cohasset has two beaches. Sandy Beach and Rocky Beach…
Jul 30, 2024 · Cohasset, town (township), Norfolk county, eastern Massachusetts, U.S. It lies along Massachusetts Bay, about 20 miles (30 km) southeast of Boston. Captain John Smith supposedly landed there in 1614, and the site, settled about 1647, was a part of Hingham until its incorporation in 1770.
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Sep 3, 2024 · a very brief history of cohasset Native American artifacts found in Cohasset suggest that habitation goes back as early as 6,000 to 8,000 years ago. The town’s namesake, however, derives from more recent Native Americans, who called their village Quonahassit, which translates to “long rocky place.”
The origins of Cohasset were with the town of Hingham. It was known as that town's 2nd precinct or 2nd parish and labeled East Hingham. It is said the town was found as early as 1614 when Captain John Smith was exploring the coast of New England.
