In a Quaint Village, a Tradition Thrives
Dartmouth, MA – When someone mentions Padanaram Village, a few things come to mind: the sailboats, the bridge, the quiet village streets, and the Packet.
Owned by Helen Francis of Dartmouth, the Packet is the quintessential Padanaram store. Offering clothing, gifts, specialty items, and home décor, the shop has operated in the heart of the village for more than 50 years.
The Packet has long since become synonymous with Padanaram, and it serves not only as a retail store, but also as the village’s post office.

