When we stayed at the Proctor Mansion and Inn located in Wrentham, Mass I noticed a bright red window. I was told that was a sign of a safe house for slaves traveling the underground railroad.
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Crystal Ice House
The Crystal Ice House might be mistaken for a vintage gas station, but in fact it’s something more rare: a vintage ice station. Built in 1932, it’s the lone survivor of four in Pensacola that were, according to its historical marker, “an integral part of neighborhood life during the years before household refrigeration.” Customers would drive or walk under its awning (enhanced with fake icicles) and wordlessly order ice from 100 pounds (one finger) to 12.5 pounds (five fingers) using the station’s “Hand Signals for Service” plaque as a guide.
Fixer Upper!