For years, Easton has been named one of Money magazine’s most desirable towns in which to live. It’s rich in history, offers quality schools and a convenient location between Boston and Providence – a unique combination of factors you won’t find elsewhere. Here’s why.
Premium school system – Our students have a history of high achievement in both academics and athletics, and the high school music program has won many awards. Both middle and high schools are new.
Vibrant community – Having nationally-renowned Stonehill College brings cultural opportunities, plus a constant influx of young people and new ideas.
Open Space – Over 200 acres of protected conservation land in Borderland State Park, offering wooded trails, fishing and boating opportunities, and tours of the historic Ames Mansion. In addition, there are pristine ponds, rivers and streams and miles of jogging, biking and walking paths. Approximately 15% of the community is dedicated conservation land.
Rich history – The first commercial steel made in the colonies was said to have been made in Easton and was evidently used for muskets. Plus, we are uniquely connected with the Ames Shovel company (known having provided the shovels which laid the Union Pacific Railroad).
Ames family legacy – They donated land for the State Park and several landmark buildings to the town, including the Wayside estate which serves as town hall.
Preserved historic buildings – many by famous architect Henry Hobson Richardson.
Small-town community atmosphere – approximately 29 square miles with an estimated 2010 population of 23, 357.
Convenient location – Minutes from Route 24 and the Stoughton commuter rail, close to hospitals, supermarkets, major retailers.
North Easton Community
