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ne Danvers what to do There's a lot to discover in Danvers. On the Town Glen Magna Farms This beautiful estate was first occupied in the 1790s. It was bought in 1814 by wealthy Salem ship- ping merchant Capt. Joseph Peabody and later embellished by his granddaughter, Ellen Peabody Endicott. The mansion and gardens recall the golden age of American architecture. Ingersoll Street, 978-774- 9165, glenmagnafarms.org. Derby Summer House Tucked away in the grounds of Glen Magna, Derby Summer House is a delight- ful Federal-style garden house built in 1794 for wealthy Salem merchant Elias Hasket Derby and moved here in 1901. The house has a walled rose garden designed by Herbert Browne. 978-777-1666, danvers history.org. Rebecca Nurse Homestead Little has changed here since Rebecca Nurse was hanged on charges of witchcraft in 1692. The estate, now owned by the Dan- vers Alarm List Company, an 18th-century reenactment group, consists of her original home, the cemetery where she is believed to be buried, and a recreation of the Salem Village Meeting House. 149 Pine Street, 978-774-8799, rebeccanurse.org. Putnam House Twelve generations of Putnams lived in this elegant house (circa 1648), including Joseph, who famously spoke out against the Witchcraft Hysteria in 1692. Its best-known resident was General Israel Putnam, who commanded the troops at the Battle of Bunker Hill. 431 Maple Street, 978-777-1666, danvershistory.org. Cakes for Occasions Nationally acclaimed pastry chef Kelly Delaney is best known for her custom-made wedding and special occa- sion cakes, but her store also offers an array of scrumptious buttercream-frosted cup- cakes, European-style tarts and pastries, 40 nshoremag.com March/April 2012 Swing Town: Clockwise from top left, salmon and asparagus at 7 Grill; a sun dial at Glen Magna Farms; treats at Cakes for Occasions; and Aidan LeBlanc at Cherry Farm Creamery's driving range. and other lip-smacking treats. 57 Maple Street, 978-774-4545, cakes4occasions.com. 9 Elm American Bistro Chef Matt Sanidas continues to wow diners at his beloved bis- tro. Enjoy a specialty martini or local craft beer before tucking into a succulent filet mignon or pan-seared scallops with truffle- whipped potato. 9 Elm Street, 978-774-9436, 9elm.com. Cherry Farm Creamery A Dan- vers institution since 1976, this fun cream- ery serves 30 flavors of ice creams, as well as low-fat soft serve, frozen yogurts, ice cream cakes, sorbets, and other family favorites. 210 Conant Street, 978-774-0519, cherryfarm creamery.com. Danversport Yacht Club The lively yacht club is a great spot for a relaxed lunch or dinner during summer months. The welcoming Grille and Bistro serves good food, and the breezy outdoor patio overlooks manicured gardens, the harbor, and marina. 161 Elliott Street, 978-774-8621, danversport.com. 7 Grill The new kid on the Danvers dining scene has lucky number 7 as its signature theme, but it doesn't need any luck serving up premium-quality meats and seafood that are deliciously seasoned and fresh from the grill. 194 Endicott Street, 978-646-9911, 7grill.com. photographs by robert boyd