Hanover was established in 1727, about 100 years after the Pilgrims landed in Plymouth, which is 17 miles south of Hanover.
Population is approximately 14,000, but as you will learn, Hanover still maintains it’s country feel, with old stone fences and open space with lots of woodlands, giving it a feel from a bygone era but including the modern conveniences of shopping malls, light industry, and technology.
Hanover is just a quick commute to Boston, the “Cradle of Liberty”, the financial district as well as the best hospitals in the country, along with fine New England Colleges. Many students commute.
There are 6 houses of Worship in our town as well.
Historical choices are all around, we are just miles to Plymouth Rock, and the replica of the Mayflower.
Cultural choices close by include The Boston Symphony Orchestra, ballet companies, Art Museums, Summer Theater along with the Theater District, and Quincy, the birthplace of 2 presidents is just minutes away. You can reach Concord, and Lexington, making a delightful day trip, and in April see the reenactment of the Battle of Lexington Green.
Boston sports fans abound, you’ll have access to professional events of the Boston Red Sox, The New England Patriots, the Boston Celtics, and the Boston Bruins. Of course, Hanover High School is an annual contender in both boys and girls sports. Skiing, skating, golf, whale watching, and fishing are all just a ride away by car.
There are nearly 1.000 businesses in Hanover, from large chain stores to Mom and Pop shops. The majority of retail and service establishments will be found on the 4 mile stretch of Route 53 that cut through Hanover from Norwell to Pembroke. Routes 123 and 139 also feature a variety of interesting shopping as well as professional businesses.
Hanover is an attractive town to live in given it’s proximity to Route 3, the major link to both Boston and Cape Cod.
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