Hingham, Colonial township in Plymouth County, Massachusetts, United States
Located on the South Shore region, Hingham extends over 26 square miles of land with rolling hills and coastal areas bordering Hingham Bay.
The settlement, established in 1633 as Bare Cove, received its current name from Hingham, Norfolk, England, where many original settlers originated.
Samuel Lincoln, ancestor of President Abraham Lincoln, arrived in Hingham during 1637, establishing a connection between this town and presidential lineage.
The MBTA Commuter Rail and ferry services connect Hingham to Boston, while Route 3 provides direct access to surrounding communities.
In 1665, Wampanoag sachem Josiah Wompatuck formalized a land agreement with colonial residents after three decades of English settlement.
Location: Plymouth County
Inception: 1633
Elevation above the sea: 18 m
Website: http://hingham-ma.gov
GPS coordinates: 42.24167,-70.89028
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:32
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