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Tag: Jewett

Ipswich Village (Upper High St.)

July 23, 2026July 27, 2026 Gordon Harris4 Comments

This Ipswich neighborhood has historically had a close social connection with neighboring Rowley. Jewett's mill was created in the 17th Century, and historic houses still line the street.

Posted in Roads, StormsTagged 1700, Commons, Jewett, neighborhood, pengry, Rowley

Recollections of a Boy’s Life In the Village

December 19, 2023December 26, 2024 Gordon Harris3 Comments

This story was written by Amos E. Jewett in 1945. At the time, he was 83 years old. having been born in Ipswich Village, near Rowley, on June 16, 1862. 

Posted in StoriesTagged Ipswich Village, Jewett, letters, Rowley
Ipswich MA historic photos by William Varrel

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