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The Jacob Perkins house, 80 East St. (c. 1690-1720)

February 27, 2023May 27, 2023 Gordon HarrisLeave a comment
Perkins-Hodgkins house

The house at 80 East St. was built by Jacob Perkins or his son Elisha between 1690 and 1720. The cellar joists are typical of a construction style found in the 17th Century.

Posted in HousesTagged East Street, Perkins

The Capt. Matthew Perkins house, 8 East St. (1701)

February 25, 2023April 15, 2023 Gordon HarrisLeave a comment
Matthew Perkins house, Ipswich MA

In 1719, Perkins established an inn in his home "at the sign of the blue anchor," The house is the birthplace of famous Ipswich artist Arthur Wesley Dow. This house has a preservation agreement with Historic New England.

Posted in HousesTagged East Street, inn, Perkins

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