Wing Fort House

Wing Fort House is a residential building in East Sandwich built in the 1600s, featuring thick exterior walls and structural details from New England's colonial era. The structure retains its original layout and physical elements that show how such homes were designed and constructed during this time.

This house was built in 1641 and remained under family ownership for over 300 years, making it a direct link to early American settlement. In the 1940s it was given to the Wing Family of America organization to preserve it as a historical site.

The house displays early colonial construction methods with thick walls that show how settlers built to last in a new land. The rooms reflect the daily life and work habits of families living during this period.

The house operates as a museum open to visitors during warmer months, with limited hours during other seasons. It is worth checking ahead about access times and whether tours or self-guided visits are available during your planned visit.

One distinctive feature is the Old Fort Room with double-walled construction that suggests early defensive thinking by the builders. Despite this sturdy design, historical documents show the family lived peacefully with neighboring Native American communities.

Location: Massachusetts

GPS coordinates: 41.75083,-70.46556

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:08