THE TOWN OF MATTAPOISETT

Mattapoisett, meaning "A Place of Rest" is a year round, coastal community rich in New England tradition and heritage. Its winter population of over 6,000 increases to about 8,000 in the summer months. Founded in 1857, this historic whaling and shipbuilding town maintains its character and charm throughout the year.

Mattapoisett is located in the heart of Buzzard's Bay making it convenient to most of the popular cruising destinations in Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

There area four churches in the town: Mattapoisett Congregational, St. Anthony's Catholic Church, St. Phillip's Episcopalian Church, and Society of Friends Quaker Meeting House.

Listed below are just a few of the activities or places in Mattapoisett you can enjoy during the summer:

• Harbor Days - 3rd weekend in July

• Mattapoisett Road Race - 4th of July

• Band Concerts - Every Wednesday evening

• Square Dances - Every Saturday night

• Teen Dances - Every Thursday night

• Mattapoisett Yacht Club - Wednesday night races

• Mattapoisett Historical Museum - Open Daily

• Mattapoisett Public Library

• Ned's Point Lighthouse Park

• Shipyard Park