A Federal-style house, built by Gurdon Smith on Pratt Street in Essex in 1818, is one of several he built on the street. Smith was one of the developers of Pratt (then called New) Street, which was opened after the land north of Main Street, long owned by the Lay family, became available. The street runs between the original locations of Essex’s two successive ropewalks. Smith was a part-owner of the second ropewalk, which was located just north of Pratt Street.
Gurdon Smith House (1818)
We’re in the process of buying this wonderful house.
Can you tell me how much of the history is available?
We need to know more about Gurden Smith as well.
Any help would be most appreciated.
Thank you!
Frank Telo
Tell me more about this historical property.
We would like to put it on the historical tour within the next couple of years.
Just give us a breather until we get new furniture, etc.
Frank & Nancy. Telo/Arnold