Mattapoisett Attractions
Mattapoisett, located on Buzzard's Bay, is a popular resort town. The town was once a major fishing area and at one time also sustained a whaling and shipbuilding industry. Today the town's economy is primarily based on agriculture and tourism.
The Mattapoisett Museum is housed in a Meeting House built in 1821. The pews, pulpit and galleries have been restored and it is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Exhibits at the Mattapoisett Museum include whaling artifacts, scrimshaw, clothing and other antiques. Attached to this building is an old barn, known as the Carriage House, containing 19th century agricultural equipment, carpentry and cobbler tools, kitchen utensils, a weaving room and a model of an early salt works.
Hours:
July 1 to August 31: 1pm-4pm; Closed: Sun, Mon, Tue
Tips: Fall & Winter Hours: Museum Curator will be available Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 9am - 12pm.
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