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February
6
history, Kingman Yacht Center
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From the Archives: The Steamer Nantucket Goes Aground at Nobska

From The Enterprise January 30, 1909 Steamer Nantucket of the N.B., M. V. & N. (New Bedford, Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket) Steamboat Co. went ashore on the westerly side of Nobska point in the dense fog last Saturday morning. A small hole was punched in the forward part of the... Continue reading
January
9
Favorite Destinations, history, Kingman Yacht Center
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Where Does the Name “Cataumet” Come From?

If you’ve ever wondered how Cataumet got its name, the answer goes way back—long before Bourne was a town, or even Massachusetts was a colony. The name Cataumet comes from the Wampanoag (Algonquian) language, spoken by the Native people who lived here for centuries. Historians don’t agree on every detail,... Continue reading
August
21
history, Kingman Yacht Center, marina
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Hurricane Carol, 71 Years Ago. August 31, 1954

Former Kingman Marina owner Thomas “Todd” Kingman once recounted his memories of living through the epic hurricane Carol as a young man at the boatyard. His chilling recollections are excerpted below. “Hurricane Carol hit Cape Cod with 155 mph+ winds. Our anemometer blew away when a gust stuck the needle... Continue reading
June
2
history, Kingman Yacht Center
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Shipbuilding on Red Brook Harbor During the War of 1812

During the War of 1812 Red Brook Harbor, then known as Pocasset Harbor, was the site of significant shipbuilding activity, particularly for smaller vessels that could navigate coastal waters. These ships were valuable for coastal defense, commerce, and in some cases, privateering (government-sanctioned private ships that could capture enemy merchant... Continue reading

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