In the 1660s the area now known as the center of West Springfield was laid out in 6-acre lots, which extended from Ramapogue Street, now called Elm Street, to the Highway by the Connecticut River. This rich agricultural land was farmed into the early 20TH century.
The home at number 334 Elm Street is the Doctor Reuben Champion House. This home was built by him in 1815 at the time of his marriage to Pama Stebbins and was occupied by his descendants for 163 years. He was the first native son to practice medicine in West Springfield. Both he and his wife are buried in Meeting House Hill Cemetery - now called White Church Hill Cemetery. His grandfather was also a doctor and lost his life at Fort Ticonderoga, New York during the Revolutionary War.
The style of the building is called "Greek Revival" indicated by the corner pillars and triangular section facing the main road.
Originally the homelot occupied several acres and included a carriage shed, barn, chicken coop and pigpen. The house is relatively unaltered and includes several fireplaces, brick-baking oven, wide floorboards and is on its original foundation. The home is a private residence.