Approximately 50 years prior to the Salem Witch Trials of 1692, Mary Parsons and her husband, Hugh Parsons, were the first people accused of witchcraft in New England, because of the deaths of their three children in Springfield, Massachusetts. Hugh Parsons was ultimately acquitted. Mary Parsons was sentenced to die by hanging for murdering the…
Eastern States Exposition Incorporated in West Springfield
Joshua Brooks launches the “Eastern States Movement” with popular regional fair
Federal Armory Established in Springfield
American small arms industry born in Springfield arsenal
First Deed Created in Hampden County
William Pynchon purchases the Agawam Plantation from the Agawam Indians.
Hampden County Incorporated in 1812
Hampden County separates from Hampshire County
Hampden County History 