Middle Brewster Island

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Middle Brewster Iceland is an island in Boston Harbor. It is located 9.33 mi (15 km) from Boston's city center on the territory of the State of Massachusetts in the United States and has an area of ​​approximately 13.6 acres ( 5.5 ha). It is administered by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR ) and is part of the Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area.

Geography

Geology

The island consists of several rocks and extends up to 52 ft ( 15.8 m) from the water.

Flora and Fauna

On the island nest mainly gulls and cormorants. The low vegetation consists of Rhus, short growing trees and grasses. The fauna of the island is also still the subject of scientific studies.

History

The island was after William Brewster, the first preachers and teachers of the Plymouth Colony, named. In the middle of the 19th century built angler some huts on the island. Some wealthy Boston citizens also used the island as a retreat during the Gilded Age of the late 19th century.

Attractions

The island offers next to the ruins of a stone arch, formerly hung a bell on which and some walls no special attractions. The authorities advise on the contrary upon to approach her, especially during the breeding season of birds living there.