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   Hingham (/ ˈ h ɪ ŋ ə m / HING-əm) is a town in metropolitan Greater Boston on the South Shore of the U.S. state of Massachusetts in northern Plymouth County. At the 2020 census, the population was 24,284. Hingham is known for its colonial history and location on Boston Harbor.

   • Lincoln Historic District (Hingham, Massachusetts) - Wikipedia

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2. www.hingham-ma.gov › 435History | Hingham, MA

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   Historical Highlights of Hingham, Massachusetts, Incorporated 1635. Hingham's roots go back to the earliest days of European settlement in the new world. The first Europeans arrived in 1633, calling the area Bare Cove. Here they found the Massachusetts Indians, a tribal branch of the Algonquin Nation. Relations between the indigenous people and ...

3. www.hingham-ma.gov › 434About Hingham | Hingham, MA

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   Hingham is located in eastern Massachusetts, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and Hull on the north, Cohasset and Scituate on the east, Norwell and Rockland on the south, and Weymouth on the west. Hingham is 15 miles southeast of Boston; 16 miles northeast of Brockton; 30 miles north of Plymouth; 42 miles from Providence, Rhode Island; and 218 ...

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   Where is Hingham Massachusetts located?

   • Hingham lies along the southwest corner of Boston Harbor. The bay leads to a harbor, which cuts a U-shaped indentation into the northern shore of the town. The town is separated from Hull by the Weir River and its tributary, which leads to the Straits Pond.

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   Why is Hingham Massachusetts called Hingham?

   • The town was named for Hingham, a market town in the English county of Norfolk, whence most of the first colonists came, including Abraham Lincoln 's ancestor Samuel Lincoln (1622–1690), his first American ancestor, who came to Massachusetts in 1637. A statue of President Lincoln adorns the area adjacent to downtown Hingham Square.

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   What county is Hingham in?

   • Hingham is bordered on the east by Cohasset, and Scituate, on the south by Norwell and Rockland, on the west by Weymouth, and on the north by Hingham Bay and Hull. Cohasset and Weymouth are in Norfolk County; the other towns, like Hingham itself, are in Plymouth County. Hingham is 14 miles (23 km) southeast of downtown Boston .

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   Where did Hingham come from?

   • Hingham's roots go back to the earliest days of European settlement in the new world. The first Europeans arrived in 1633, calling the area Bare Cove. Here they found the Massachusetts Indians, a tribal branch of the Algonquin Nation.

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5. thebostondaybook.com › historical-places-in-hinghamHingham's Historical Odyssey: A Deep Dive into 14 Landmarks ...

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   Apr 1, 2024 · Established in the 17th century, Hingham is renowned for its fascinating historical sites that offer visitors a glimpse into its rich past. From colonial-era houses to iconic landmarks, the town showcases the legacy of its early settlers and their contributions to American history.

6. www.britannica.com › place › HinghamHingham | Historic Town, Harbor Town | Britannica

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   Feb 8, 2024 · Hingham, town (township), Plymouth county, eastern Massachusetts, U.S. It lies on Hingham Harbor (an inlet of Massachusetts Bay), about 15 miles (24 km) southeast of Boston. Settled in 1633, it was incorporated in 1635 and named for Hingham, England. During the 19th century it was a bustling.