Location: Hingham
Top Things to do in Hingham
Top 5 Free Things to do in Hingham, Massachusetts (MA)
Hingham is a town in metropolitan Greater Boston on the South Shore of the U.S. state of Massachusetts in northern Plymouth County. At the 2010 census, the population was 22,157. Hingham is known for its colonial history and location on Boston Harbor. The town was named after Hingham, Norfolk, England, and was first settled by English colonists in 1633.
Restaurants in Hingham
1. Old Ship Church
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
Built in 1681, Old Ship served two purposes: as a Meeting House where civic issues of the day were discussed, and as a place of worship on Sundays. Lively debates over the Revolution, the form American Democracy would take, and local issues such as property taxes, have taken place under its distinctive timber roof. Architecturally, the Meeting House is an example of Elizabethan Gothic style found in the early settlers native Hingham, England. The great curved timbers that support the roof were cut from bowed oak limbs grown in local forest. Axe hewn, no two are exactly alike in dimension. Although it’s still a mystery, the name Old Ship may have been inspired by the unusual roof structure, which resembles the hull of a ship. We love giving tours, but we need 2 days notice to find a volunteer tour guide.
2. Whitney and Thayer Woods
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
Step back in time to woodlands dotted with glacial erratics and vernal pools featuring bridges over streams, carefully sited benches, a hermit's shelter, and secluded holly grove.
Reviewed By jorgerW9576ZV
Excellent trails. Well marked. Large boulders along the trails. Some parts are rocky or have uneven terrain, which is great for hiking. A couple of small, nice wood bridges. When it rains, the trails do get muddy. Watch out for unleashed dogs. Also be careful not to enter adjacent private property.
3. Weir River Farm
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4.5 based on 11 reviews
This family-friendly farm, one of the last farms in Hingham, will enthrall visitors with its own family of horses, pigs, cows, chickens, and sheep.
4. Hingham Bathing Beach
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3.5 based on 23 reviews
5. Hingham Public Library
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5.0 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By 746kecias - Hingham, United States
This library has great selection of books, CD's, DVD'S, magazines, newspapers. They also have free passes to many Boston area locations, lots of free usage of computers and the list could go on. Check it out it is a great place to spend a few hours. They also have a used book store which is open limited hours and the prices are amazing! Very helpful and knowledgeable staff.
