Fortune Teller’s House, Harris Neck

I made these photos in 2009; no one was living here when I was in the neighborhood earlier this summer. As a self-service ice house, and home to a welder, it served an important purpose in this community of fishermen. The owners were obviously on the honor system, but to make sure customers were honest, a decorative skeleton kept an eye on things. The “answers” part of the sign always got my attention. I imagine it had something to do with the telling of fortunes. This is a bigger deal in these parts than many like to admit.

1 thought on “Fortune Teller’s House, Harris Neck

  1. Carolyn M Underwood's avatarCarolyn M Underwood

    Very happy you captured this when you did. We live down the road from it.
    The owner passed away and the road side charm has been removed.

    Reply

Leave a Reply to Carolyn M UnderwoodCancel reply