What does $12 buy you? How about the original design used in the town seal seen on signs, badges, and official documents? Already a Civil War hero and famous illustrator, Charles Wellington … [Read more...] about Who was the man behind the town’s seal?
Winter 2021
This is a walk you’ll talk about
The Nahant Heritage Trail is a coastal walk where you can take a break from the loud traffic and bright lights and enjoy panoramic seascape views. The 1.4-mile trail brings walkers deep into Nahant … [Read more...] about This is a walk you’ll talk about
The world viewed from 158 Humphrey St.
Located in seaside Swampscott is a small gift shop that prides itself on offering customers items they won't find anywhere else. That's because the store, The Hiccup, Inc., located at 158 … [Read more...] about The world viewed from 158 Humphrey St.
A woman for all time
The reason 93-year-old Mary McGinn has stayed in Swampscott for so many years can be summed up in one word: pride. Although McGinn was born in New York, she has spent the majority of her life in … [Read more...] about A woman for all time
Every picture tells a story
A mixture of renaissance and royalty — that might be the best way to describe Swampscott's Edythe Comins Baker. From being a political activist to volunteering on countless charitable and … [Read more...] about Every picture tells a story