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Padanaram, Massachusetts
Padanaram is a coastal village in South Dartmouth, Massachusetts, United States. The village is located on Buzzards Bay, more specifically near the inlet of Apponagansett Bay. History The village of Padanaram was one of many settlements that began cropping up within the town of Old Dartmouth after its purchase from the Wampanoag by members of the Plymouth Colony in 1652. During King Philip's War, English colonists residing in the area took shelter at Russell Garrison. Remains of the settlement can still be seen at the foot of Lucy Street. In the mid-18th century it became a shipbuilding center. In September 1778, during the American Revolution, the British attacked nearby New Bedford with a small force attacking Padanaram. The town prospered as a minor whaling port and was home to a large salt works during the 19th century. As these industries died out, "the village" (as it is referred to by locals) became mostly a residential area with several yachting businesses, galleri ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Southworth Library (Dartmouth, Massachusetts)
The Southworth Library was a library located in the village of Padanaram, Massachusetts, Padanaram, a coastal village located in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, at 404 Elm Street. The library was opened in 1890, and is currently known as the Dartmouth Cultural Center. History Origin In 1878, the pastor of the Congregational church of South Dartmouth - Reverend Salter F Calhoun - formed a group with the aim of creating a public library. The initial library was only available to Padanaram, Massachusetts, Padanaram residents, and only contained eight books. The original collection was located at the home of Edward Manchester, but as it progressed in size it was moved to Potter's Store at the corner of Elm and Bridge Streets in Dartmouth. The last location before it was moved to its final position - at 404 Elm Street - was a small building across the street from Potter's Store. The rent at the penultimate building - $24 - was paid for by Dr. Andrew B. Cushman, in return for use of t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
