The Welles-Shipman-Ward House is a historic property in South Glastonbury, Connecticut, originally built in 1755 for John and Jerusha Welles. The main house is a Georgian-style mansion with one of the largest colonial-era hearth fireplaces in Connecticut. Over the years, it has been preserved and restored, maintaining its original colonial charm.
The property also features several outbuildings, including:
A four-story colonial-era New England bank barn.
A 19th-century tobacco shed, which is now used for events.
The Welles-Shipman-Ward House is currently owned and maintained by the Historical Society of Glastonbury. The society oversees tours, restoration efforts, and historical events at the property, ensuring its colonial heritage is preserved for visitors and the community.1
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