In 1922, the Stenman family of Rockport, Massachusetts, embarked upon a family dream that still attracts visitors to this day. Perched atop Cape Ann’s craggy coast, the Paper House appears to be nothing out of the ordinary, until you approach. And once you step foot inside, you’ll be amazed at the detail (and the sheer …
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Hannah Duston – Frontier Fury – Haverhill, Massachusetts
All towns want to have their own “hero for the ages.” Hannah Duston was dubbed the Frontier Fury, and Haverhill’s city park has a monument to her that explains her story. She had been captured by Indians, while her husband shot at the Indians who were attempting to steal their children also. The monument’s plaque …
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National Monument to the Forefathers – Pilgrim Monument – Plymouth, Massachusetts
In an effort to raise awareness of the Pilgrims, those residing in the New England states in the 1800s decided to create something majestic. The Pilgrim Monument (as it was originally called) is now known as the National Monument to the Forefathers. It greatly succeeded, and at more than 80 feet tall, it is the …
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Dighton Rock Museum – Berkley, Massachusetts
Of course, this is not the rock of notoriety in these parts, but Dighton Rock is famous for its own reasons; still, it goes nearly unnoticed. For the majority of its life, Dighton Rock has passed its time resting in Taunton River. Giving this rock its claim to fame is one side, in its entirety, …
Buddhist Retreat Centers Across America
These Buddhist retreat centers in the United States offer the perfect getaway for those who seek to find an ideal balance of body, mind, and spirit. Check out these blissful sanctuaries for your next personal retreat. Full Circle Retreat: Midwest Viroqua, WI If you are in search of a retreat that offers the opportunity for …