Harbortown U.S.A.
Written by @Outbound & @Pi on my Cake
The galloping horses click-clacking on cobblestone streets, towering vessels docking at port for trade, and eclectic architecture from Federalist to Greek Revival, we have entered Harbortown U.S.A. Inspired by New England seaside towns along the Atlantic coastline, guests are transported back to a bygone era of historical significance. Spanning from the birth of America to the Industrial Revolution, Harbortown U.S.A showcases the story of American progress from the perspective and transformation of one fictional town along the seaside. Explore town center trading markets, encounter old fables of Sleepy Hollow and The Haunted Lighthouse, learn about great moments in history, and become a part of the story yourself here in Harbortown U.S.A.
A brief history
Harbortown was founded by Puritan settler William Gables in 1663. A small community just north of Boston, Harbortown would become a safe haven for pirates, who hoped to trade New England products without entering more protected Bostonian waters. In 1695, the famous Captain Kidd raided Harbortown. It was then that William Gables Jr. decided he'd had enough.
The village pooled its resources for the now famous Cats Eye Lighthouse, a lighthouse so bright it was said to mimic that of a cat's eye. But even this was mirrored with a tragedy, as it was said Kidd had buried treasure underneath the Cats Eye Island during his tenure, and it was this treasure that cursed the town's first lighthouse wickie. The Cats Eye was looked suspiciously henceforth.
Harbortown saw little development in the century that followed, but this all changed with the American War for Independence.
With New York and Philadelphia both occupied by the British, Harbortown and its famous Cats Eye Lighthouse was determined an ideal location to smuggle in supplies for the Continental Army. The British didn't suspect a thing from this small village north of Boston, but really, patriots were arriving tenfold to assist in the expansive underground supply chain. During these eight years, Harbortown's once stagnant population doubled, seeing the expansion of Back Bay Square to complete its settlement of the bay.
Today, Harbortown U.S.A. is known for its rich culture, spanning from New Englander traditions to Revolutionary pride. Merchants from across America arrive at the port to sell product and share in the excitement the town has to offer.
REGIONS
Back bay square
Back Bay Square is Harbortown U.S.A.'s historical district and the first entrance guests pass through into the park. Built during and after the Revolutionary War, many historical figures such as Alexander Hamilton, Benjamin Franklin, and others have visited this town. It serves as a pilgrimage of Patriots, with various shows, restaurants, and shops for guests to explore at their leisure.
Gables village
Gables Village is the second entrance to Harbortown U.S.A. that manifests as the epicenter of old folklore and fables from the New England area. From haunted lighthouses to the mysterious walking trails of Sleepy Hollow, guests will be able to embark on their own adventures throughout this area.
states market
Finally there's the States Market, the heart of Harbortown U.S.A. and the intersection between Gables Village, Back Bay Square, and Port Voyage. Here, guests will find parked wagons from the merchants arriving in from port, selling products from across the fifty states. Read more here.