New England’s First Flying Field

New England’s First Flying Field is in Essex, Massachusetts. New England’s First Flying Field is situated nearby to Cranberry Bog, as well as near the island Knockers Hole.

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Plum Island Airport and Spencer–Peirce–Little Farm.

Plum Island Airport

Aerodrome

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Plum Island Airport, in Newbury, Massachusetts, is a privately owned, public-use airport owned by Historic New England and operated by Plum Island Aerodrome, Inc, a non-profit corporation. Plum Island Airport is situated 2 miles northwest of New England’s First Flying Field.

Spencer–Peirce–Little Farm

Nature reserve

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The Spencer–Peirce–Little Farm is a Colonial American farm located at 5 Little's Lane, Newbury, Massachusetts, United States, in the midst of 231 acres of open land bordering the Merrimack River and Plum Island Sound. Spencer–Peirce–Little Farm is situated 2 miles northwest of New England’s First Flying Field.

Dole–Little House

Museum

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The Dole–Little House is a historic house at 289 High Road, Newbury, Massachusetts. It is now a non-profit museum operated by Historic New England and open to the public, for a fee, at rare intervals. Dole–Little House is situated 2½ miles southwest of New England’s First Flying Field.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Newbury Old Town and Newburyport.

Newbury Old Town

Village

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Newburyport is a lovely coastal town in Massachusetts at the mouth of the Merrimack River. It is a popular tourist destination because of its beautiful natural areas, water activities and fine dining. Newbury Old Town is situated 2 miles southwest of New England’s First Flying Field.