A Farmstead Full of Stories

Every once in a while, an auction comes along that feels less like a sale and more like opening a time capsule. That’s exactly what is happening with the Goodwin Farm estate auction in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire.

Tucked into North Main Street, Goodwin Farm quietly held onto centuries of history. From attics to barns and outbuildings, generations of furniture, tools, textiles, and everyday objects that tell the story of how Wolfeboro became the town we know today.

And now—for the first time—the public is invited to bid on 900 unreserved lots, each tied to the same families who helped shape Wolfeboro’s character in this Wolfeboro estate auction.

Who were the families of Goodwin Farm?

This auction is not just about antiques – it is about the people behind them. The Wiggin, Webster and Goodwin families were not just names on deeds and town records. They were neighbors, farmers, and leaders. 

The Wolfeboro Historical Society notes that Lary Wiggin settled one of the seven early farms in Wolfeboro in 1768 and then, upon meeting a 10 year residency requirement, was able to retain the land. That property eventually became Goodwin House and reflected centuries of continuous stewardship by the families.

The Wiggin Family

The Wiggin family traces its New Hampshire roots back centuries, with early ancestors who were deeply influential in local history. While specifics on Wolfeboro’s Wiggin branch are limited online, their prominence in the area is repeatedly referenced in local auction descriptions.

The Webster Family

Similarly, the Webster name is highlighted in auction descriptions as integral to Goodwin Farm’s history, describing heirlooms from the “Webster” family as part of Goodwin Farm’s storied past. They farmed, built, and provided for Wolfeboro through the ups and downs of the 18th and 19th centuries.

The Goodwin Family

The Goodwin family stands at the heart of the McInnis auction. The family who gave the farm its name. Known for their apple orchards, honey, eggs, meats, and handwoven textiles, the Goodwins embodied the self-sufficient spirit of New England farming and Yankee resourcefulness. Their work did not just feed their own household; it supported Wolfeboro’s growing community and the summer visitors who came to Lake Winnipesaukee, as the area developed into a resort community.

Why This Auction Feels Different

Anyone searching for Wolfeboro antiques for sale will be able to walk through Goodwin Farm during the auction preview period is like paging through a living scrapbook of Wolfeboro’s history. Chairs weathered by generations of use, tools that built barns, cottages and outbuildings, and linens handwoven on-site – all glimpses into the past. 

Instead of being tucked away in attics, barns, or basements, these same historic pieces can now find new homes where their storied past continues. Whether you’re a collector, history buff, or simply someone who cherishes good, old-fashioned Yankee craftsmanship. This is a rare opportunity to bring a piece of New Hampshire’s colonial-era story into your own collection from home furnishings, decorative arts, tools, and utilitarian housewares

How Can I Bid in this Auction?

This is an online auction and bidding takes place exclusively online through AuctionNinja. Simply register your account through AuctionNinja and place your bids. If you have any questions, please contact McInnis Auctions auction managers: Dan Meader / Tyler Schontag at (978) 314-3430 / (207) 475-5489  or email them at mcinnisauctions@yahoo.com

Auction Details

Auction Name:

Live Online Only Estate Auction – A Rare Glimpse Into Wolfeboro’s Past: Goodwin Farm

Where is the auction?

The auction itself is an online only event. However, auction previews and auction pick-up takes place at 244 North Main Street, Wolfeboro, NH. This auction features 900 lots, being sold without reserve.

When are in-person previews?

If you wish to preview and inspect the lots being offered in this auction, you may visit Goodwin Farm between the hours of 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Thursday, August 28; Sunday, August 31; and Saturday, September 6.

When is the auction?

The online auction sale begins to close on Sunday, September 7, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.

If you wish to bid in this auction, you may register to bid online at auctionninja.com.

Written by:

Jennifer Ventresca

September 1, 2025     Updated 05:09 PM

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