A Classic North Shore of Massachusetts Scene
Motif #1, Rockport, Mass.
Article, photo by Eric Hurwitz --
created for VisitingNewEngland.com on 5/31/2022 @newenglandinfo
The North Shore of Massachusetts abounds
with classic New England coastal scenes but none, perhaps, so
wonderfully familiar as the Motif #1 Red Fish Shack in Rockport, Mass.
A favorite of artists, tourists and locals, Motif #1 stands as one of
America's most painted and photographed buildings. The ramshackle
look of the building -- framed by water, boats, lobster traps and
other visually delightful seaside elements -- brings one instantly
right into the heart of coastal New England.
Look at all those lobster traps!
Located at picturesque Bradley Wharf in the heart of downtown Rockport,
Motif #1 is actually a replica of a former fishing shack. The original
structure was built in 1840 but destroyed in the historic Blizzard of
1978. A building capturing the look of the first structure was created
that same year. The look of this famed building looks so old and
whethered -- a perfect fit for the historic environs of Rockport.
Peaceful and scenic.
While Motif #1 is certainly "gaze worthy," please don't put all your
seashells in one travel basket as the rest of Rockport is pretty darn
special, too. I recently wrote an article on visiting
Rockport during the off season that showcases some of the wonderful
qualities of this beautiful town. Enjoy this story and know that I have
another one in the works, focusing on the tourist season!
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