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Honoring the Freeman family of Ipswich

July 18, 2024November 10, 2026 Gordon HarrisLeave a comment

Descendants of the enslaved Freeman family of Ipswich will gather at First Church in Ipswich for presentations and discussion, followed by the unveiling of historic plaques honoring the family and their son John Freeman, a black Revolutionary War soldier. The public is cordially invited. Light refreshments will be available.

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Harvard Graduate School of Design Study for Downtown Ipswich

April 17, 2023November 10, 2026 Gordon HarrisLeave a comment

The Harvard graduate students divided into two groups, each developing a vision of how to revitalize downtown Ipswich and provide additional housing, business space, green space and parking.

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Ipswich MA historic photos by William Varrel

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