Founded in 1634; Ipswich is one of the oldest towns in America. It currently has more First Period houses still lived in than any other community in the United States. It was originally the home of Colonial governors; renowned furniture makers; sea captains; and the Heard family; who were giants in the China trade. Added to the early settlers were immigrant millworkers and millionaires who built summer mansions. As nearby towns with broader rivers and deeper harbors became commercial successes; Ipswich went into decline. It was this "hibernation" that enabled Ipswich to maintain its earliest homes; spectacular scenery; and local charm.Through more than two hundred vintage images; Ipswich takes the reader on an exciting journey through the history of this unique town. It presents the towns creative artists; the lives and occupations of its everyday citizens; beautiful landscapes; the mills and the country stores; and the ships and shipwrecks that met the Ipswich coast.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Love this book. My familys history is in the photos and storiesBy Ronald W. KnightsThis is a fantastic book. I bought a copy for myself and for my Dad. Dad looked at one photo. and said theres a picture of his Uncle Williams chicken farm! I saw one of my grandfathers stores. and his house as well. Fantastic book!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Pownal VT - pictorial historyBy FamilyHistoryNutI purchased this book because I am tracing my family history and they are from Pownal. Vermont. Its a great way to imagiine ones ancestors lives and learn more about the history of a town. I love these Arcadia books and have a few of them on other towns in America.0 of 4 people found the following review helpful. BiasedBy Judith HopkinsThis book is biased and does not include all the historical houses in Pownal. Maine. This book does not include or even mention the first Quaker Meeting House and cemetery
