Timothy Bigelow

Biography

Timothy Bigelow lived during the Revolutionary period and the early years of American independence, his life reflecting the experiences of those who came of age during the nation's founding. Though his years were relatively brief, he witnessed the transformation of the colonies into a sovereign nation and the establishment of American governance.

Bigelow's final resting place at Salem Street Burying Ground marks his connection to his community and region. He remains part of the historical record of the Revolutionary and early Federal periods, representing the generation that helped establish the foundations of the American republic.