The Gen. Glover Farmhouse isn’t just a relic; it’s as much of a lively reminder of the country’s rich history as it is a beacon of inspiration for future generations. The historic house, which teeters on the edges of Salem, Swampscott and Marblehead, has an extensive history rooted within the three communities. To push forward communal discourse and awareness of the … [Read more...] about Glover houses a shared history
Marblehead Historical Commission
Photo Essay: Signs of the (past) times
As an artist, I’m a sucker for vintage signs and advertising. There’s something about the way old signs used to look, how they were displayed, the effort that went into making them, and the way they weathered over the years that just pulls me in. So when Weekly News reporter Ryan Vermette told me that old signage from Marblehead was being hung in the basement of Abbot Hall … [Read more...] about Photo Essay: Signs of the (past) times
Historic Building of the Week: Shepard Pharmacy
If you have managed to see the collection of historical signs at the Historical Commission, you may have noticed one for the Shepard Pharmacy. Though it is no longer in business, the building remains at 96 Washington St., where it even looks similar to how it appeared as the Shepard Pharmacy. The records from the Massachusetts Cultural Resource Information System (MACRIS) … [Read more...] about Historic Building of the Week: Shepard Pharmacy