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Gosnold is a town that encompasses the Elizabeth Islands, including Naushon Island, Pasque Island, Nashawena Island, Cuttyhunk Island and some adjacent smaller islands, in Dukes County,Massachusetts, United States. As of the 2000 census, the town population was 86, making it the least populous town in Massachusetts. Most of the residents live in the village of Cuttyhunk, while most of the land in the town is owned by the Forbes family.
History
The Elizabeth Islands, including Cuttyhunk, were discovered in 1602 by Bartholomew Gosnold. Gosnold was first settled in 1641 and was officially incorporated in 1864.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 363.0 km² (140.2 mi²). 34.6 km² (13.3 mi²) of it is land and 328.5 km² (126.8 mi²) of it (90.48%) is water. It consists of a collection of small islands west of Martha's Vineyard. More on [ Gosnold, Massachusetts ]
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Commonwealth Communities - Gosnold - Information about Gosnold from state agencies.
Cuttyhunk Fishing Club Bed and Breakfast Inn - Color aerial photo of the inn, with contact information and links.
Meta Description: [ Spend a night or a week in the historic Cuttyhunk Fishing Club Bed-and-Breakfast on Cuttyhunk Island, Massachusetts near Cape Cod. ]
Gosnold Community Profile - History, government, housing characteristics, economic development, transportation, culture, recreation, municipal finance and demographics. Provided by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Gosnold School Profiles - General information, student test results, enrollment, staff, race/ethnicity, and other data.
Helpful Gosnold Telephone Numbers - Municipal services, utilities and town government contact information.
The Web Directory: Gosnold - Guide to accommodations, food and drink, boating, fishing, real estate, government and town services.
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