Nashawena Island facts for kids
 Nashawena Island
Location in Massachusetts
Nashawena Island
Location in the United States
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| Coordinates | 41°25′45″N 70°52′28″W / 41.4292751°N 70.8744779°W |
| Archipelago | Elizabeth Islands |
| Total islands | 1 |
| Area | 2.732 sq mi (7.08 km2) |
| Highest elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
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United States
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| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Dukes County |
| The Elizabeth Islands |
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| Major Islands listed in order from east to west |
| Nonamesset Uncatena Naushon Pasque Nashawena Penikese Cuttyhunk |
| Minor Islands: |
| Bachelor Baret Bull Cedar Gosnold Gull Rock Veckatimest Weepecket Islands |
Nashawena Island is a beautiful island located in Massachusetts, United States. It is the second largest island in a group called the Elizabeth Islands. This island is part of Dukes County, Massachusetts.
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About Nashawena Island
Nashawena Island is a special place. It sits between two other islands. To its west, you'll find Cuttyhunk Island. To its east, there is Pasque Island.
Island Size and People
The island has a land area of about 7 square kilometers. That's roughly 2.7 square miles. To give you an idea, that's about 1,748 acres!
Not many people live on Nashawena Island. According to a count in 2000, only two people lived there permanently. This makes it a very quiet and peaceful place.
Part of a Town
Even though it's an island, Nashawena is part of a town. It belongs to the town of Gosnold, Massachusetts. Gosnold is a small town that includes all the Elizabeth Islands.
What's in a Name?
The name "Nashawena" has an interesting meaning. It comes from an old Native American word. This word means "middle island." This makes sense because Nashawena is right in the middle of the Elizabeth Islands chain.
Nearby Small Islands
Nashawena Island also has some smaller neighbors. Two tiny islands are located just north of Nashawena. These are called Rock Island and Baret Island.
