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New Book Highlights Falmouth’s Finest

A new book from the Falmouth Historical Society tells the stories of Falmouth's most memorable residents.

 

Throughout Falmouth’s history residents have been known for their creativity and genius in the arts, sciences and business. In Legendary Locals of Falmouth you will meet some of the most notable individuals that have called Falmouth home.

The new book includes more than 200 vintage images and stories about the town’s founders, proprietors and most notable family histories.

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You can read about Jonathon Hatch an unlikely founder who was said to speak to Native Americans in their native language and the Swift family that dominated the commercial world of Falmouth in the early 1800’s.

The book is a must for any Falmouth resident, visitor or native and can be purchased at area bookstores.

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