The Josiah Keith House:
The Josiah Keith House, located at 479 Bay Road in Easton, Massachusetts, was built in 1717. It was owned by several generations of the Keith family. The house, a fine example of colonial architecture, reflects the life and times of early New England settlers. Along with the oldest barn in the country on its original foundation. Today, the house serves as both a living museum and a bed and breakfast & is the second oldest inn still in operation under the ownership of Justin LeWinter. The house is a treasured landmark, offering insight into the rich history of the Keith family and the local community. During the revolution the housr was witness to the continental army marching up bay road. And the cabinet of George Washington stayed the night.
Josiah Keith III:
Capt Josiah Keith III, a descendant of the original settler James Keith, played a notable role during the American Revolutionary War. He fought in the small skirmishes , the alarm call of Lexington and Concord ,Battle of Bunker Hill and the Battle of New York, demonstrating his commitment to the Patriot cause. Josiah Keith III was married twice, first to Elizabeth Howard and later to Lydia Perkins. His life reflected the struggles and sacrifices of the revolutionary era, and his legacy remains tied to the family’s deep roots in Easton and the surrounding Bridgewater area.
