The Town of North Yarmouth
North Yarmouth was first settled by the English as early as 1635, and was originally known by the Indian name Westcustogo. Following the conclusion of King Philip’s War in 1678, North Yarmouth was incorporated in 1680 as the eighth town in Maine.
The early history of North Yarmouth included much conflict with the area’s native populace, resulting in a twenty-five-year period beginning in 1690 during which the town was devoid of white settlers. Colonists began returning to the area around 1715, some of them constructing garrison houses for protection during continuing conflicts with the native population.
The Town of North Yarmouth
