Program: My Ancestor, the Accused:
A Descendant Remembers the Salem Witch Trials
Presented by: Mary Bingham, a native of Nashua, NH
Hosted by the Nashua Historical Society
Did you know that each person wrongfully accused during the 1692 Salem Witch Trials could have over 4 million descendants living today?
One such descendant is Mary Bingham, a native of Nashua and lay historian with a deep passion for colonial New England and the Salem Witch Trials. Mary, a descendant of three individuals executed in 1692, brings a personal and poignant perspective to one of history’s darkest chapters.
In this compelling presentation, Mary shares the story of her 9x great-grandmother, Mary Estey, who was hanged during the trials. Though often overshadowed by her sister Rebecca Nurse, Mary Estey’s story is one of strength, injustice, and dignity in the face of hysteria. From her early life in Great Yarmouth, England, to her role as a wife and mother in colonial Massachusetts—and ultimately to her wrongful conviction and execution—this talk will illuminate the life and legacy of a woman whose voice still echoes through generations.
Join us as we explore this powerful family history and gain a deeper understanding of the human cost of fear and intolerance.
Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM, doors open at 6:30 PM; Refreshments will follow.
Location: This program will take place in the comfortable library located in the Florence H. Speare Memorial Museum, 5 Abbott Street, Nashua, NH. The building is accessible with padded chairs, large bathrooms, an elevator between floors and a ramp inside from the free parking area off Crescent Street.
Admission: There is no need to pre-register; this is a non-ticketed, free event. Donations gratefully accepted.
For more information, contact the Nashua Historical Society at
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About the Nashua Historical Society
Founded in 1870, the Nashua Historical Society is a volunteer-run, independent non-profit with a focus on local history. The Nashua Historical Society owns and operates two museums in Nashua, NH. To learn more, please call 603.883.0015
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