Alice Blossom
Alice Blossom was interviewed by Dorothy Gifford in 1976. She spoke about her family and work on the farm, and […]
Oral Histories
Oral Histories
William H. Barker
William H. Barker was interviewed by Mary Giles in 1976. He spoke about his childhood and education, time in the military, […]
Oral Histories, Uncategorized
Benjamin Baker
Benjamin Baker was interviewed by Mary Giles on December 6, 1976. He was thirteen at the time, and discussed school, […]
Oral Histories
Ann Baker
Ann Baker was interviewed by Mary Giles on November 15, 1976. She spoke in great length about her work as […]
Oral Histories
William Almy, jr.
William Almy, jr. was interviewed by Mary Giles on October 25, 1975. He spoke to her in length about his […]
Oral Histories
Roger and Dorothy Acheson
The Achesons were interviewed in 1976 by Mary Giles for the Bicentennial Celebration. They had spent their time working on […]
Resort/Tourism
Tourism
This research category encompasses a variety of resource types including taverns and guesthouses, recreational facilities, and summer home communities. Broadly […]
Religion
Religious Organizations
Westport’s earliest religious association is closely tied to the Society of Friends, as is that of neighboring Dartmouth. Westport’s earliest […]
Mills
Overview of Mills
Westport contains waterpower sources in virtually every section of town. As a result, the historic period development of commercial and […]
Maritime
Maritime Activities
Maritime activities in Westport were necessarily centered around the coastal region, although the deep reaches of the Westport River allowed […]