Trees

 The Veterans Willow

Veterans Willow

The Veterans Willow was located at the Barr Estate on Main Street across the street from the current New Ipswich Historical Society. It was listed as the largest Willow tree in New Hampshire and possibly in  New England. Seating was built in the lower branches which could accommodate 40 people.

Mrs. Barr had musicians sit in the tree to perform at her garden parties.

Veterans Willow

The photo below gives an idea of how large the leaf canopy was on this enormous tree.

Veterans Willow

Willow Arches

The Veterans Willow was not the only notable tree in town. The Children's Oak on Manley Road is mentioned as an attraction. Sadly that was cut down and at some point Carl Toko and I need to find some remnants. We do have photos of the Willow Arches which graced River Road at one time.

River Road Willow Arch

This might be an older view of the Arches. Wouldn't it be nice to see this again?

Willow Arches

Birches

One of the undated glass negatives had the caption "Birches". No indication of where it was taken. It is doubtful  that the trees are still standing.

Birches




Location: New Ipswich, NH 03071, USA

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