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James Pearson

Historical Building of the Week: 11 Washington St.

August 30, 2023 by Benjamin Pierce

The Pearson-Bessom House has seen more than just its two namesake owners throughout its nearly 300-year existence. The Washington Street home was categorized as a mansion in the past. James Pearson had the house built soon after acquiring the space in 1720. The house was sold to Marbleheader Giles Irwin in 1734 before eventually coming into possession of the two Johns, … [Read more...] about Historical Building of the Week: 11 Washington St.

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