Duxbury was once a mecca of shipbuilding; during the late 1700's and early 1800's, Powder Point was dotted with shipbuilding companies. You can visit King Caesar House, built by the largest shipping magnate of them all, Ezra Weston, at 120 King Caesar Road. Powder Point Bridge, the oldest and longest wooden bridge in the world, leads visitors to Duxbury Beach, a sun and sand haven for local Duxburians. Stop by the bridge and watch the fishermen, clammers, windsurfers, cyclists and kayakers go about their enjoyable business. Climb to the top of Myles Standish Monument, built in the 1890's, where you can see Cape Cod & Provinecetown.
If architecture is your thing, just cruise around and check out the beautiful New England Homes and mansions that barely contain themselves behind tree lined streets, many are date boarded. Then drop in to the Alden House Historic Site, boasting the only house still standing that was built by an original Pilgrim, John Alden! Duxbury Rural & Historical Society, Snug Harbor. Check out "Halls Corner", a small rotary that makes up the center of the town. Here you will find antique and gift shops, an ice cream store and just an old time feel.
Looking for a bite to eat? Try the Milepost Restaurant and Tavern, The Winsor House Inn or Depot Street Market. Or try the Duxbury Deli, French Memories Bakery, Foodie's or Snug Harbor Fish Company, they're all delicious.
Our school system is always rated in the top 100 nationwide, we have Duxbury Free Library, Art Complex Museum, Performing Art Center, Bumpus Gallery and many other ongoing events.
I could go on and on, but why not pick up the Duxbury Clipper, Duxbury's hometown newspaper since 1950 for all the facts. You can check out garage sales, bake sales, musical performances, library activities, nature events, running races and beach triathlons and the famous Duxbury 4th of July Parade & Activities.
Come to Duxbury for a memorable visit that will make you want to come back and stay for a lifetime. We love it here and we hope you do to!
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