Choate House, Essex

 

The Choate House sits on 135-acre Choate Island (formerly called Hog Island). The island is part of the 700-acre Crane Wildlife Refuge, which includes Castle Hill, Crane Beach, and six other islands; all owned by the Trustees of Reservations. Choate Island was originally farmed by the Native American Agawam tribe, then by Europeans in 1655, who built the Choate House around 1730. In 1996, Choate Island was the location set for the Salem witch trials film: The Crucible. Choate is open daily year-round, featuring dockage for private boats, guided tours (in season), bird-watching, and hiking.

 

Printed photographically from the original 35mm transparency film.

 

Fred