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Historic Building of the Week: 16 Franklin St.

October 4, 2023 by emma@itemlive.com

Everyone in town knows Devereux Beach, but do you know about the Devereux Mansion? In 1748, Joseph Homan purchased a piece of land called a “mowing field,” according to the Massachusetts Cultural Resource Information System (MACRIS). In 1764, Homan built the house that stands at 16 Franklin St. Later in 1774, Elbridge Gerry, whose house I have already written about, … [Read more...] about Historic Building of the Week: 16 Franklin St.

Marblehead captures Spirit of July 4

July 4, 2023 by Ryan Vermette

As you walk into the Select Board room inside of Abbot Hall, adjacent to the town clerk’s office, a massive painting fills the back wall, overlooking the table where the five Select Board members and town administrator convene for their meetings. The painting, encased in a cover for its protection, depicts three musicians marching Continental Army soldiers into battle. On … [Read more...] about Marblehead captures Spirit of July 4

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