Hull in Plymouth County, Massachusetts — The American Northeast (New England)
The Brewster Islands
Photographed by G.W.Bartlett, August 15, 2026
1. The Brewster Islands Marker
As you look out into Boston Harbor, about a mile and a half directly to the front, you will see the four Brewster Islands. They are, from left to right: Great Brewster, Middle Brewster, Little Brewster (with the Boston Light on it), and Outer Brewster. All were named September 1621 by the members of a Pilgrim expedition, led by Miles Standish, which had sailed up from Plymouth in a Shallop to explore the area. The four islands were named to honor Elder William Brewster, the patriarch and ruling elder from 1609 until his death in 1644. Elder Brewster dedicated his life to the members of the Pilgrim Group.
The Elder William Brewster Society
and the
General Society of Mayflower Descendants
and the
Metropolitan District Commission
Erected by Metropolitan District Commission.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Exploration • Natural Features
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Location. 42° 18.268′ N, 70° 54.209′ W. Marker is in Hull, Massachusetts, in Plymouth County. It is on Farina Road, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Hull MA 02045, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is on the South Shore. It is also in the American Northeast, in New England, and on the Eastern Seaboard. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: In Memory of the French Military Who Died in Hull (here, next to this marker); Fort Independence (here, next to this marker); Tower on Telegraph Hill (a few steps from this marker); Fort Revere Park (a few steps from this marker); Fort Revere Artillery Batteries (within shouting distance of this marker); Fort Revere Officers Quarters, c. 1903 (about 600 feet away, measured
Photographed by G.W.Bartlett, August 16, 2026
2. The Brewster Islands Marker (wide)
Also see . . .
1. Boston Harbor Islands.
Those who journey to the Boston Harbor Islands will find themselves immersed in the stories of a harbor that played an influential role in the development of Boston and the nation through political, social, and environmental revolutions. With historic military forts, abandoned hospital sites, and important Native American stories to be told, the Boston Harbor Islands strive to preserve the history that resides on each island, while protecting habitats and increasing public access and education.(Submitted on August 17, 2026, by G.W.Bartlett of Hingham, Massachusetts.)
2. Plimoth Plantation Museums - Mayflower II.
Mayflower II is Plimoth's full-scale reproduction of the tall ship that brought the Pilgrims to Plymouth in 1620. (Submitted on August 17, 2026, by G.W.Bartlett of Hingham, Massachusetts.)
3. William Brewster - Wikipedia.
William Brewster (c. 1566/67 10 April 1644) was an English
Photographed by G.W.Bartlett, August 15, 2026
3. Boston Light from Fort Revere
Photographed by G.W.Bartlett, August 16, 2026
4. The Brewster Islands from Fort Revere
Credits. This page was last revised on August 18, 2026. It was originally submitted on August 17, 2026, by G.W.Bartlett of Hingham, Massachusetts. This page has been viewed 14 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on August 17, 2026, by G.W.Bartlett of Hingham, Massachusetts. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
