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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM13X4_old-parish-church-clock_Sheffield-MA.html
The Clock On This Church WasPlaced Here By TheG.A.R. and W.R.C.Of This Country As A Memorial OfGeorge F. RootBorn In Shefffield, August 30 1820Died August 6, 1895.Musician - Patriot - Christian
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMTSW_a-beacon-standing-for-peace_Adams-MA.html
In 1931, the state set aside funds for a memorial to honor Massachusetts men and women who had died during the World War. Originally designed as a lighthouse for Boston's Charles River estuary, the tower's beacon was intended "to shine each night,…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMTSV_mount-greylock-elevation-3-491-feet_Adams-MA.html
Take a deep breath, and enjoy the view! You are at the peak of the highest mountain in Massachusetts. The summit of Mount Greylock features the only subalpine environment in Massachusetts. Because of the high elevation and the westerly winds, ther…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMP2X_reconstruction-of-1854-covered-bridge_Sheffield-MA.html
"THE OLDEST COVERED BRIDGE IN MASSACHUSETTS" was ordered to be built in 1854. At a meeting in late 1853 the Sheffield Selectmen were directed to advertise for proposals. They were voted full power to move forward and make contracts, as they placed…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMP2G_shays-rebellion_Great-Barrington-MA.html
Last BattleofShaysRebellionwas hereFeb. 27,1787.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMLLY_arrowhead_Pittsfield-MA.html
Arrowhead For thirteen years (1850-1863) the home of Herman Melville 1819 — 1891 Mariner and Mystic Author of Moby Dick (written in Pittsfield) and other tales of the sea. "Moby Dick is among the few very notable literary achievements of …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMFXA_gen-henry-knox-trail_Egremont-MA.html
Through this place passedGeneral Henry Knoxin the winter of1775 - 1776to deliver toGeneral George Washingtonat Cambridgethe train of artilleryfrom Fort Ticonderoga usedto force the British Armyto evacuate Boston. Erected by the Commonwealthof M…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMFX6_gen-henry-knox-trail_Great-Barrington-MA.html
Through this place passedGeneral Henry Knoxin the winter of1775 - 1776to deliver toGeneral George Washingtonat Cambridgethe train of artilleryfrom Fort Ticonderoga usedto force the British Armyto evacuate Boston. Erected by the Commonwealthof M…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMFX0_gen-henry-knox-trail_Monterey-MA.html
Through this place passedGeneral Henry Knoxin the winter of1775 - 1776to deliver toGeneral George Washingtonat Cambridgethe train of artilleryfrom Fort Ticonderoga usedto force the British Armyto evacuate Boston. Erected by the Commonwealthof M…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMFWZ_gen-henry-knox-trail_Great-Barrington-MA.html
New York Side:Through this place passedGen. Henry Knoxin the winter of 1775-1776to deliver toGen. George Washingtonat Cambridgethe train of artilleryfrom Fort Ticonderogaused to force the BritishArmy to evacuate Boston Erected byThe State of Ne…
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