Founded in 1637 by members of the Plymouth Colony, Taunton is one of the oldest towns in the United States. Taunton is also known as the "Silver City", as it was a historic center of the silver industry beginning in the 19th century when companies such as Reed & Barton, F. B. Rogers, Poole Silver, and others produced fine-quality silver goods in the city.
Founded in 1637 by members of the Plymouth Colony Taunton is one of the oldest towns in the United States Taunton is also known as the "Silver City" as it was a historic center of the silver industry beginning in the 19th century when companies such as Reed & Barton F B Rogers Poole Silver and others produced fine-quality silver goods in the city