Historic John Endecott's Painting and Chair
391 Year Old Chair in the Massachusetts Statehouse
The Massachusetts Statehouse is a historical building and contains a lot of priceless artifacts that make it a fun place to visit.
One of the unique displays is the John Endecott Painting and Chair. It's located next to the Senate Chamber entrance in an area called the State House gallery of governors.
Five Fun Facts
The painting has been in the State House for more than 100 years. It was painted by an unknown artist around 1665 - just before John Endecott died.
The painting was hung behind the sitting governor desk for many years. It was moved in the early 1950s when rumors spread about John Endicott involvement with the Salem Witch Trials.
The Oak chair is covered with leather and belongs to the former Governor. He was Massachusett's first governor serving from 1629. (Yes, the chair is at least 391 years old)
On the back of the chair, which you can't easily see, is a silver plate.
This chair is one of the earliest known upholstered chairs made in New England.
Related Blog Posts
Blog Post about the John Endicott Resident Plaque - Posted on January 18, 2018
Blog Post about the Endicott Statue - Posted on April 5, 2018