The Mattapoisett Historical Society presents “Naushon: Largest of the Elizabeth Islands.” Seth Mendell will give a lecture on Sunday, September 4 at 5:30 pm at Shipyard Park. Following Bartholomew Gosnold’s arrival on Cuttyhunk in 1602, the center of activity shifted to Naushon Island. Seth Mendell will trace the colorful history of the island including the pirates and the village at Tarpaulin Cove, the British during the American Revolution, the arrival of John Murray Forbes, and the settlement at Hadley’s Harbor. For more information, call 508-758-2844 or email info@mattapoisetthistoricalsociety.org.