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Seekonk, MA

Seekonk is a town in Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States, on the Massachusetts border with Rhode Island. It was incorporated in 1812 from the western half of Rehoboth. The population was 15,531 at the 2020 census. In 1862, under a U.S. Supreme Court decision resolving a longstanding border dispute between Massachusetts and Rhode Island, a portion of Tiverton Rhode Island was awarded to Massachusetts to become part of Fall River, while 2/3 of Seekonk (now eastern Pawtucket and East Providence) was awarded to Rhode Island.

The earliest known inhabitants of Seekonk were Native Americans from the Wampanoag Tribe. The name Wampanoag means People of the Morning Light. This name refers to the geographical area of the tribe. Living in the East they would be the first people to greet the sun each morning. The area now known as Seekonk and Rehoboth provided agricultural and water resources with abundant food supplies. During the warm summer months, the Natives spent time near the rivers and oceans in what is now Southeastern Massachusetts. In the winter months, the Natives lived inland, including several locations in Seekonk. At one time there were three Native American villages in the area we now call Seekonk.

There have been many spellings of the name Seekonk. Some of the various spellings include Seconch, Sink Hunk, Secquncke, Seaconke, and Squannakonk. The symbol of the goose in flight is used on the Town Seal.

For the next 200 years, the area now known as Seekonk was primarily a farming community. Accounts of Town Meetings during these years communicate just how contentious deciding what was best for this area could be. Boundary disputes were common and the land that is now Rehoboth, East Providence, Pawtucket, and Seekonk was claimed by both Rhode Island and Massachusetts. In 1812, the border disputes were settled by the courts, and the present town of Seekonk was incorporated. 

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 18.4 square miles (48 km2), of which, 18.3 square miles (47 km2) of it is land and 0.1 square miles (0.26 km2) of it is water. The total area is 0.54% water. It is bordered by Rehoboth to the east, Barrington, Rhode Island, and Swansea to the south, East Providence and Pawtucket, Rhode Island to the west, and Attleboro to the north. Much of the population is concentrated in two areas; one, the Lebanon Mills and Perrins Crossing neighborhoods in the north, and the other, the southern neighborhoods of Luthers Corners and South Seekonk, mostly located between Interstate 195 and Route 44. Seekonk is just five miles (8 km) east of Providence, Rhode Island, and is 48 miles (77 km) southwest of Boston.

The town has three golf courses Ledgemont Country Club (private), Pawtucket Country Club (private), and Firefly Golf Course (public). Slater Memorial Park in Pawtucket lies just over the Seekonk line, next to Pawtucket Country Club. The Town lies within two watershed areas, the Ten Mile River Watershed and the Narragansett Bay Watershed.

Seekonk places a strong emphasis on health and wellness to its residents. Southcoast Health Urgent Care Center offers a top-notch medical staff and a full spectrum of high-quality, state-of-the-art healthcare services. Prowess Fitness & Nutrition and Anytime Fitness provide a comprehensive gym experience with a variety of fitness classes and personal training options. Whispering Path Yoga provides yoga classes for all levels, enhancing flexibility and mindfulness. The Elite Sports Performance & Physical Therapy website focuses on rehabilitation and athletic training. Enhance your cycling experience at Seaside Cycles which offers bike rentals and guided tours. The YMCA South Coast in nearby Swansea provides a wide range of fitness classes and aquatic programs.

Top sites in Seekonk, MA are Fear Town Haunted House, Audubon Caratunk Wildlife Refuge, Seekonk Grand Prix, and Seekonk Speedway.

Population: 15,531 (2020). ZIP code: 02771. Area code: 508 / 774. Elevation: 50 ft (15 m). Area: 18.4 square miles (48 km2).

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What are the demographics of Seekonk, MA?

The racial makeup of the town was 96.57% White, 0.52% African American, 0.28% Native American, 0.95% Asian, 0.00% Pacific Islander, 0.51% from other races, and 1.18% from two or more races. 0.74% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. The median income for a household in the town was $56,364, and the median income for a family was $62,361. Males had a median income of $42,404 versus $29,782 for females. The per capita income for the town was $24,058. 2.4% of the population and 1.7% of families were below the poverty line. 3.0% of those under the age of 18 and 2.2% of those 65 and older were living below the poverty line.

What is Seekonk famous for?

Very few farms still exist in Seekonk. Developers have turned the farms into housing divisions and Seekonk is used largely as a suburban home community for people who work in the Rhode Island and Boston areas. It is now well known for its retail area along Route 6, which includes a movie multiplex, many different chain stores and restaurants, Seekonk Speedway, a 1/3 mile oval track located along Route 6, as well as Seekonk Grand Prix, with multiple amusement rides and miniature golf. Although there has been a great deal of building in Seekonk since the Wampanoags first lived here one can still see many of the "black" Canada geese which give the town its name.
 

Is Seekonk MA a good place to live?

Seekonk is a suburb of Providence with a population of 15,475. Seekonk is in Bristol County. Living in Seekonk offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. In Seekonk, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. The public schools in Seekonk are highly rated.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of Seekonk

Niche

Fear Town Haunted House 

Audubon Caratunk Wildlife Refuge 

Seekonk Grand Prix

Seekonk Speedway

Southcoast Health Urgent Care Center

Prowess Fitness & Nutrition

Anytime Fitness

Whispering Path Yoga

Elite Sports Performance & Physical Therapy

Seaside Cycles

YMCA Southcoast

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