Whitewash Village
Village on the Sand
State: Massachusetts
County: Barnstable County
Founded: 1710s
Abandoned: 1860 (storms)
Peak Population: 200
Whitewash Village was a thriving fishing community on Monomoy Island. Frequent storms and shifting sands eventually made the harbor unusable, forcing residents to float their houses back to the mainland.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Summer
Difficulty: Hard (boat access + hike)
Time Needed: Half day
Quick Facts
- Located on Monomoy Island
- Houses floated to Chatham
- Only cellar holes remain
Location
Address: Monomoy Island, Massachusetts
Coordinates: 41.5606, -69.9939