Location: 41.6806593, -70.907816
Location
Acushnet is a rural town in Bristol County, just north of New Bedford on the South Coast. The landscape mixes farmland, woodlands, and quiet residential neighborhoods, offering a peaceful setting close to regional employment centers.
History
Settled in the 1600s and incorporated in 1860, Acushnet’s story is tied to nearby New Bedford’s shipbuilding and whaling heritage. The town also gave rise to the Acushnet Company, known globally for Titleist golf balls.
Community
Acushnet retains a close-knit small-town atmosphere with events like the Acushnet Apple-Peach Festival. Around 10,000 residents value the town’s agricultural character and community pride.