Old Naumkeag: an historical sketch of the city of Salem, and the towns of Marblehead, Peabody, Beverly, Danvers, Wenham, Manchester, Topsfield, and Middleton by Charles Henry Webber and Winfield S. History of Topsfield, Massachusetts by George Francis Dow (1940) Historical Collections of the Topsfield Historical Society Towne” found in the attic of descendant Daniel Towne’s 1815 home is in the Gould barn. Contact Amy at An old board inscribed “D. The collections cover family history, historic houses, and neighborhoods. The Gould Barn Records Room contains papers, books, photos, and maps dating as far back as the 17th century. Topsfield Historical Society, 1 Howlett Street. Topsfield Town Library, 1 South Common Street. Witchcraft Hysteria Commemorative Stone, Topsfield Common (1992) Research

His mother, Mary Estey, was arrested at his house in 1692. The property also included what’s now the Topsfield Fair grounds. The foundation of Peirce Farm includes a section of the 1690s farmhouse where Isaac Estey (1662-1714) lived. Witch Hill near Peirce Farm at Witch Hill, 116 Boston Street. The path surrounds the Towne family’s 40-acre homestead site purchased in 1651. The granite bench and historical marker are placed near property once owned by William and Joanna (Blessing) Towne (now the location of the Topsfield Fair). Towne-Treadwell Walking Path, intersection of Salem Road and South Main Street. A newer obelisk lists Jacob Towne (1631-1704) on the base, brother of three accused witches. This First Period building has been featured on This Old House. and Canada We believe that exceptional support to our communities starts by taking care of each other. Years after the Salem witch trials ended, Capen and several other ministers signed a petition asking the court to reverse the convictions of those accused as witches. Property Management Company HOA Management Company FirstService Residential It's official We are certified as a Great Place to Work across the U.S. An opponent of the witch hunt, Capen provided character witnesses for sisters Mary (Towne) Estey (1634-1692) and Sarah (Towne) (Bridges) Cloyce (1638-c.

Built in 1683 for his marriage to Priscilla Appleton, this restored house is where Rev.

First Serve by Mary Towne