In this special bonus episode of Witch Hunt, hosts Josh Hutchinson and Sarah Jack detail the history of the Ingersoll's Tavern in Danvers, Massachusetts. The episode highlights Nathaniel Ingersoll and his wife's involvement in the Salem Witch Trials of 1692, where their tavern served as a significant location for key events and imprisonments. The episode outlines various examinations, complaints, and testimonies that occurred at the tavern, and discusses how the Ingersolls and their associates participated in the witch hunts. The preservation efforts for this historical site, now under threat of decay, are also covered, emphasizing the importance of the tavern in understanding the infamous witch trials.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:48 The Ingersoll Family History
01:36 Ingersoll's Tavern and Its Role in Salem Witch Trials
03:12 Key Events and Testimonies at Ingersoll's Tavern
18:03 The Decline of Witch Hunt Activities at Ingersoll's
21:05 Post-Witch Hunt and Legacy of Nathaniel Ingersoll
23:45 Current Preservation Efforts and Conclusion
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