TOP 30 Forest preserve in Winthrop, Massachusetts

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Welcome to Winthrop Tree Warden, your dedicated local government office committed to preserving and enhancing the natural beauty of our community through responsible tree management. Located at 7 Kennedy Road, Winthrop, Massachusetts, we serve as the guardians of the town's invaluable tree resources, ensuring their health, safety, and sustainability for generations to come. Our team of experienced professionals works diligently to oversee the planting, maintenance, and removal of trees on public property, while also providing guidance and support to residents regarding tree care and preservation. We are passionate about promoting environmental stewardship and enhancing the quality of life in Winthrop by maintaining the town's green spaces.

Tantiusques is a historic park and tourist attraction located at 493 Leadmine Road in Sturbridge, Massachusetts, United States. Visitors can follow a loop trail through quiet woodlands and explore the site of a former lead mine that was used by Indigenous peoples and later by European settlers. The name "Tantiusques" comes from a Nipmuc word meaning "to a black deposit between two hills," reflecting the site's history as one of New England's first mines. The Nipmuc tribe originally mined graphite at Tantiusques to make paints, and in 1644, John Winthrop, Jr. purchased the mine with hopes of extracting lead and iron. The site has a rich history, with Frederick Tudor shipping around 30 tons of graphite per year to Boston between 1829 and 1860. Visitors can explore the mine cut along the ridge, which is a partially filled-in trench that once followed the vein of graphite.