History of Rockland, Massachusetts, USA

Rockland is a new and thriving town at the middle of the northern border of Plymouth County, on the Hanover Branch of the Old Colony Railroad, 19 miles from Boston. The station — Rockland — lies between the centre and Boxborough village, a little southwestward.

The post-offices are Rockland and Hatherly. The town is bounded on the north by Weymouth and Hingham; on the east by Norwell and Hanover; on the south by Hanson; on the west by Abington; while Whitman adjoins on the southwest. The assessed area is 5,719 acres. There are nearly 1,000 acres of woodland, containing oak, maple, birch and pine. The geological formation is sienite and carboniferous, with here and there a bed of blue slate, of iron ore, and of peat. The surface in the northern section is somewhat elevated, but not hilly. Beech Hill in the south, and Round Top on the south part of the east line , are the highest points. North of the first is the extensive Beech Hill Meadow, through which flows a tributary of North...

Rockland, a post-village in Rockland township, Plymouth co., Mass., on the Old Colony Railroad, 19 1/ 2 miles S.S.E. of Boston. It has a savings-bank, a newspaper office, 3 churches, and extensive manufactories of boots and shoes. Pop. of township in 1890, 5213.

Rockland, a banking post-village in Rockland township (town), Plymouth co., Mass., on the New York, New Haven and Hartford R., 19 1/ 2 miles SSE. of Boston. It has extensive manufactories of boots and shoes and tacks. Pop. of the town in 1900, 5327.

Abigail Adams Cairn:

Pay a visit to this historical site dedicated to Abigail Adams, the wife of President John Adams. The cairn is a tribute to her and is located on a scenic spot.

Rockland Memorial Library:

If you're a bookworm or just appreciate a quiet place, the Rockland Memorial Library is a great spot. Check out their events and book clubs.

Hiking at Ames Nowell State Park:

Lace up your hiking boots and explore the trails at Ames Nowell State Park. It's a beautiful place for nature walks, bird watching, and picnics.

South Shore Model Railway Club:

Model train enthusiasts, this one's for you. The South Shore Model Railway Club is a fascinating place with intricate model train setups.

Enjoy a Slice at Christo's to Go:

Grab a delicious slice of pizza at Christo's to Go. It's a local favorite, and they offer a variety of toppings to suit every taste.

Veterans Memorial Stadium:

Check out the Veterans Memorial Stadium if you're a sports fan. It hosts...