How Did Cape Cod Get Its Name?
Have you ever wondered where the name Cape Cod came from? The answer is Cape Cod was named after the abundant supply of cod fish found in the waters of… Read more »
Category: Colonial Era
The Witchcraft Trial of Esther Elwell
Esther Elwell was a woman from Gloucester, Massachusetts who was accused of witchcraft during the Salem Witch Trials in 1692. Born around 1639, Esther Elwell was the daughter of Grace… Read more »
History of Nantucket, Massachusetts
Nantucket is an island and historic town in Massachusetts. Located 30 miles off the coast of Cape Cod, Nantucket has a rich maritime history. The following is a timeline of… Read more »
History of Boxford, Massachusetts
Boxford is a historic town in Massachusetts. It was settled by Massachusetts Bay colonists in the 17th century. The following is a timeline of the history of Boxford: 1645: 1652:… Read more »
History of Topsfield, Massachusetts
Topsfield is a historic town in Massachusetts. It was first inhabited by the Agawam Tribe before being purchased from the tribe by the Massachusetts Bay Company and settled as part… Read more »