The Ipswich Historical Society is sharing articles written by IHS students. The students visited the museum, researched and wrote about events, people and businesses in the community.

The Building of Parmley Lake

by Tyler Tran

I chose the building of Parmley Lake as my topic because it seemed like it would have been a very compelling topic to research and learn about. Many of us drive past this lake without giving it a second thought about why it was made or how it benefited us.

As I researched this topic I found some captivating information that will hopefully make you look at Parmley L...