Katherine Harrison

Katherine Harrison was a 17th-century widow from Wethersfield, Connecticut, who became the wealthiest woman in her town after inheriting her husband's farm. Known for her headstrong nature and diverse skills in ranching, brewing, and beekeeping, she embodied financial independence at a time when such autonomy was rare for women. Her practices, including astrology, attracted suspicion and led to her trial for witchcraft in 1668, highlighting the dangers faced by women who defied patriarchal norms.