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  • History of Massachusetts

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    • History of the Arms and Great Seal
    • Information for Teachers and Students
    • Massachusetts Facts
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  • Maps of Massachusetts

    • Area Code Map (PDF)
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    • Congressional Districts Map (PDF)
    • Congressional Districts Booklet (PDF)
    • State Highway Maps
    • MassGIS

  • Popular Information

    • Citizens' Guide to State Services
    • Consumer Information
    • Holiday Information
    • Motor Vehicle Excise and Property Tax information
    • Veterans' Information
    • Public Notices

  • Publications, Brochures and Booklets

    • Citizens' Guide to State Services
    • Color Massachusetts (PDF)
    • Color Massachusetts Teacher's Guide (PDF)
    • Ladybug Story
    • What's Under the Golden Dome?
    • All CIS Publications

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