Category: Industrial Era

Monuments Soldiers Monument, Greenlawn Cemetery, Salem, Mass, photo by Frank Cousins

Greenlawn Cemetery in Salem, Massachusetts

Established in 1807, the Greenlawn Cemetery is a historic cemetery in Salem, Massachusetts. The cemetery is about 100 acres in size, making it the largest cemetery in Salem, and has… Read more »

The old Salem jail and a cast iron fence that surrounds the property in Salem, Mass

Old Salem Jail in Salem, Massachusetts

The old Salem jail, also known as the Essex County Jail, is a historic jail in Salem, Massachusetts located next to the Howard Street Cemetery. The jail was built between… Read more »

Old Town Hall in Derby Square, Salem, Mass, circa 19th century

Old Town Hall in Salem, Massachusetts

Built in 1816, Old Town Hall is a historic building located in Derby Square in Salem, Massachusetts that served as a town hall and marketplace. The building is a two-story… Read more »

Illustration of the Green Dragon Tavern in Boston circa 1773

Oldest Bars in Boston

Many of the oldest bars in Boston date back to the 18th and 19th centuries. They were frequented by various historical figures and served as a backdrop to many historic… Read more »

Union Oyster House, Boston, Mass, circa 1898

10 Oldest Restaurants in Boston

Boston has many historic sites which includes some of its oldest restaurants. The majority of these restaurants were established in the 19th century when restaurants first became popular. The list… Read more »