Canton, Colonial town in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, US
Located 15 miles southwest of Downtown Boston, Canton extends across 19.6 square miles of land with the Canton River flowing through its center point.
The Wamsutta archaeological site in Canton contains evidence of Paleo-Indian settlements dating back 12,140 years, preceding European colonization of the region.
The town holds regular public meetings where residents participate in local governance decisions, maintaining direct involvement in community development and policy making.
Canton provides access to three major highways - Interstates 93, 95, and Route 128 - plus MBTA commuter rail service on the Providence/Stoughton Line.
Paul Revere established the first copper rolling mill in the United States in Canton during 1801, marking the beginning of American copper manufacturing.
Location: Norfolk County
Inception: 1630
Elevation above the sea: 30 m
Website: http://www.town.canton.ma.us/
Website: http://town.canton.ma.us
GPS coordinates: 42.15833,-71.14528
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:21
Great Blue Hill
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Canton Viaduct
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Blue Hill Meteorological Observatory
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Camp Meigs
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Eleanor Cabot Bradley Estate
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Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary
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Moose Hill Farm
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Great Blue Hill Observation Tower
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Warner Trail
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Eliot Memorial Bridge
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Parson Barnard House
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Norwood Memorial Municipal Building
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Jonathan Belcher House
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Refreshment Pavilion
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Wakefield Estate
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Canton Corner Historic District
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Stoneholm
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First Parish Westwood Meeting House
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Metropolitan District Commission Stable
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Charles R. Wilber School
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