Gov. Thomas Hutchinson's Ha-ha
Gov. Thomas Hutchinson's Ha-ha, Colonial landscape feature in Milton, United States.
This stone-lined ditch measures 120 feet long, 6 feet wide, and 4 feet deep, featuring puddingstone on one side and granite blocks on top.
The ha-ha was constructed in 1771 as part of Thomas Hutchinson's estate, who served as the last civilian colonial governor of Massachusetts Bay.
The structure represents early American landscape architecture, utilizing British design principles to create boundaries while maintaining open views across properties.
Visitors can locate the ha-ha on St. Michael's Church grounds at 100 Randolph Avenue, with street parking available near the north driveway entrance.
This sunken wall stands as the sole remaining structure from Governor Hutchinson's original estate and one of few surviving ha-has in North America.
Location: Milton
Part of: Milton Hill Historic District
GPS coordinates: 42.26528,-71.06778
Latest update: March 12, 2025 14:48
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