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Edward Winslow was one of the Pilgrims who arrived at Plymouth
on the Mayflower in 1620. He was wealthier than the others,
and was able to afford to have a painted portrait. Due to
that, he is today the only Pilgrim whose appearance is known.
Edward became governor of the Plymouth Colony, and acquired land in
adjacent townships. There is a contemporary mystery among
historians as to the exact location of his first built house.
There is a well known large restored colonial era house in
Marshfield known as the Winslow House, but that was built by a
grandson in 1699.
This geosearch takes you down an old cedar lined cart path, to
an obscure locale near the coastal marshes of Marshfield and
Duxbury. Find the stone marker that represents the best guess
as to the original Winslow homesite, and the cache will be
nearby.
Don't be afraid of the trailhead; it looks like somebody's
driveway, but is a right of way to public lands. |
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If you have the time, and the $3.00 admission charge, visit the
1699 Winslow House; just across the street from the trailhead.
It is full of interesting historical artifacts, and the
guides are very knowledgeable. Check
www.winslowhouse.org for
details.