History of Marion, Massachusetts, USA

Marion is an interesting seaboard town in the southerly extremity of Plymouth County, 50 miles south by southeast of Boston. It has Rochester and Wareham on the north, Buzzard's Bay on the east and southeast, Mattapoisett on the south of the western half, and the same and Rochester on the west, The assessed area is 7,698 acres; and of this 3,196 acres are woodland.

The town is very irregular in form; sending three long peninsulas southeastward into Buzzard's Bay. Bird's Island Light marks the entrance of Sippican Harbor, which has about 11 feet of water, and runs up past the centre of the town. On its western side is Charles' Neck, beyond which is Coot Cove. The eastern peninsula is divided into Great Neck and Great Hill Neck by Wing's Cove. Great Hill Neck has a beach on its east side, washed by the waves of Buzzard's Bay Great Hill rises 127 feet above the sea, and is one of the survey stations. Sippican River forms a part of the line with Wareham, and here flows eastward, and...

Marion, a post-village and summer resort of Plymouth co, Mass., in Marion township, on Buzzard's Bay, and on the railroad from Fairhaven to Tremont, 10 miles E.N.E. of New Bedford. It has 2 large hotels, 5 churches, and several boarding-houses. Pop. of the township, 871.

Marion, a post-village and summer-resort of Plymouth co., Mass., in Marion township (town), on Buzzard's Bay, 10 miles ENE. of New Bedford, on the New York, New Haven and Hartford R. Pop. of the town in 1900, 902.

Picked Up After Being in Water Twelve Hours - Victims Were Prominent Citizens.

Marion, Mass. Four prominent summer residents of this town and Falmouth met death through an explosion on board a 45-foot launch off here Saturday night. Two survivors were picked up Sunday after having been in the water for 12 hours.

The dead: ROLAND WORTHINGTON, Boston; JOHN T. TRULL, Woburn; JOSEPH S. BEAL, Milton, and GEORGE SAVORY, Marblehead, captain of the launch.
The saved: A. P. Tarbell, Marblehead and Edward Pecker, Boston.

Pecker, who was clinging to an oar, and Tarbell, who was supported by a life preserver, were able to swim, and they remained together until picked up by a lobster fisherman going out in the early morning to haul his pots.

Mr. Tarbell, who owned the Dolphin, as the launch was called, said the boat started out from Marion on a short pleasure cruise and was well out in the middle of Buzzards bay when the explosion occurred. Savory, the engineer, was suddenly blown...

Explore Silvershell Beach: Enjoy the serene beauty of Silvershell Beach, a picturesque spot for a leisurely walk, beachcombing, or simply soaking up the sun.

Visit Marion Village Historic District: Stroll through the charming Marion Village, filled with historic homes and buildings dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries.

Tabor Academy Sailing Center: If you're into water activities, check out Tabor Academy's Sailing Center. You may even find opportunities for sailing lessons or boat rentals.

Bird Watching at Washburn Park: Nature enthusiasts will appreciate Washburn Park, a lovely area for bird watching and enjoying the peaceful surroundings.

Burr Brothers Boats: Explore the marine side of Marion at Burr Brothers Boats, where you can see boats of various sizes and perhaps charter one for a sailing adventure.

Marion Art Center: Appreciate local art at the Marion Art Center, showcasing exhibitions, performances, and workshops.

Bike or Walk the Mattapoisett Rail...