Oxford, Massachusetts, USA

Oxford is a town in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States. Founded in 1683, Oxford gained its prominence as a thriving seaport in colonial days by being mandated in 1694 as the first and only port of entry on the Eastern Shore.

Today the town invites guests to discover a rich maritime history of shipbuilding and oystering, with houses dating back to the late 1600s, historically fascinating museums, and the original Oxford-Bellevue Ferry.

Things to see and do

* Bartlett’s Bridge
* Hudson House
* Huguenot Fort
* Hodges Village Dam

General information

Cruise Season – May - Nov
Currency – US Dollar (US$)
Language – English
Land Area - 69 sq. km’s
Population – 13,800 approx
Electricity – 2 perpendicular flat pins USA style or with a round pin below
Time – GMT minus five hours
International Country Telephone Code – 1

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