207 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
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Foxboro Grange Hall
· 0.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder how farmers used to connect before the internet? This building holds the answer. The Foxboro Grange Hall, built in 1897, served as a vital hub for the local agricultural community. The Grange, officially the…
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Foxborough State Hospital
· 1.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where Massachusetts first tried to tackle addiction treatment? It's right here near Foxborough State Hospital. In 1889, the state authorized a treatment facility for 'dipsomaniacs and inebriates,' and this…
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Foxborough Pumping Station
· 1.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming brick building played a vital role in Foxborough's growth. Built in 1891, the Foxborough Pumping Station, designed by Ernest N. Boyden, was a crucial piece of the town's water supply system. Before its…
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Seth Boyden House
· 1.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a second! This unassuming brick house was once home to a man Thomas Edison himself credited as a major influence. It's called Oakwud, named for the ancient oak tree still standing guard on the property.…
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Stoughtonham Furnace Site
· 2.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming spot once fueled the American Revolution! Stoughtonham Furnace, right here in Foxborough and Sharon, was an iron foundry that secretly churned out cannons and ammunition for the Continental Army. It all…
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Lowney Chocolate Factory
· 2.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Craving a sweet piece of history? You're near the old Lowney Chocolate Factory, once a major employer in Mansfield. Walter M. Lowney, a confectioner from Maine, established his chocolate company in Boston in 1880. By…
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Wrentham Developmental Center
· 3.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming spot holds a history both hopeful and heartbreaking. The Wrentham Developmental Center, originally the Wrentham State School, opened in 1910, aiming to provide care and education for individuals with…
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Roebuck Tavern
· 4.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Built in 1795, this tavern has likely seen countless stories unfold within its Federal-style walls. The Roebuck Tavern was built by David Fisher, whose family were some of the earliest settlers here. He ran a tavern,…
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Borderland State Park
· 4.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what secrets are hidden behind the grand stone walls of Borderland State Park's Ames Mansion? It's not just a beautiful building, it's a window into the lives of a fascinating, and perhaps eccentric, family.…
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Warelands
· 5.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a moment – this unassuming house is actually a piece of living history! This is Warelands, built in 1733 by Ebenezer Ware. It’s a classic saltbox-style Georgian house, which means it has that long,…
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Furnace Village Historic District
· 6.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine the clang of hammers and the roar of a furnace – this quiet corner of Easton was once a bustling industrial hub. It all started around 1723 when settlers arrived. By 1751, an iron furnace was blazing, turning…
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Cobb's Tavern
· 7.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over a moment and imagine the clip-clop of hooves and the lively chatter echoing from Cobb's Tavern. This wasn't just a place for a pint; it was a vital hub in the 1700s and 1800s. Built around 1740, Cobb's Tavern…
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Oakes Ames Memorial Hall
· 7.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This isn't just a beautiful building; it's a testament to family, legacy, and the Gilded Age. Oakes Ames Memorial Hall stands as a tribute to a powerful figure in 1800s Massachusetts. Oakes Ames was a Congressman and,…
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Ames Free Library
· 7.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be impressed! This is the Ames Free Library, and it's not just about the books inside.It was designed by the renowned architect Henry Hobson Richardson. He was commissioned to build it by the Ames family, and…
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Attleborough Falls Gasholder Building
· 7.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where towns got their gas before pipelines? This unassuming brick building tells a fascinating story of Attleborough's industrial past. Built sometime in the mid-1800s, the Attleborough Falls Gasholder…
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Ames Shovel Shop
· 7.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Believe it or not, this unassuming spot was once a powerhouse that helped build America. This is the site of the Ames Shovel Shops. Starting in the mid-1800s, the Ames family manufactured shovels here on an industrial…
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North Easton station
· 7.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Before you, that beautiful stone building isn't just another pretty face; it's a train station designed by one of America's greatest architects. That's the North Easton station, designed by H. H. Richardson. It opened…
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H. F. Barrows Manufacturing Company Building
· 7.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Believe it or not, this stately brick building was once a jewelry factory, not a police station! Built in 1905, it housed the H.F. Barrows Manufacturing Company, a major player in North Attleborough's thriving jewelry…
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H. H. Richardson Historic District of North Easton
· 7.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be amazed by a concentration of architectural genius! Right here in North Easton stands a collection of buildings designed by the legendary H.H. Richardson, a true master of the Romanesque Revival style. In…
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Ames Gate Lodge
· 7.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to see architecture royalty! The Ames Gate Lodge is a masterpiece by Henry Hobson Richardson, think Trinity Church in Boston, and the grounds were designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the guy who designed Central…
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F. L. Ames Gardener's Cottage
· 7.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming cottage is more than meets the eye; it's a piece of architectural history designed by the renowned H.H. Richardson. Frederick Lothrop Ames, a prominent figure in North Easton, commissioned Richardson in…
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Canton Viaduct
· 8.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Get ready to be amazed by the Canton Viaduct, a true testament to 19th-century engineering still carrying trains today! Back in 1834, the Boston and Providence Railroad needed a way to bridge the Canton River. So, they…
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East Attleborough Academy
· 8.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Check out that impressive building! It's the East Attleborough Academy, and it's the town's only Greek Revival temple front building. Built in 1843, it started as a private academy. Then, it became the town's first high…
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D. E. Makepeace Company
· 8.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Stop here to see a silent giant of Attleboro's glittering past. This brick building before you was once the D. E. Makepeace Company, built around 1900. At the turn of the 20th century, Attleboro was known as the…
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Watson, Newell & Company Factory
· 8.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Right here, where you're driving, is where Attleboro's industrial story really began. This site was home to the city’s very first textile mill. Later, in 1889, Watson, Newell & Company, a prominent jewelry manufacturer,…
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Peak House (Medfield, Massachusetts)
· 9.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
You're near Peak House, a spot that whispers tales of early colonial life and a brutal conflict. This land saw the original Peak House, built around 1651, meet a fiery end during King Philip's War. King Philip's War,…
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Dwight–Derby House
· 9.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming house whispers tales of early Medfield, its very timbers holding secrets of the 17th century. Built in 1697, the southwest section of what's now the Dwight–Derby House was constructed using techniques…
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Medway Village Historic District
· 9.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder how a quiet village transforms into a bustling industrial hub? Medway Village did, thanks to the power of water and the rise of textiles. Starting in the late 1700s, the Charles River powered mills that…
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Canton Corner Historic District
· 9.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a minute – this intersection of Pleasant and Washington Streets marks the heart of Canton's history. This area started taking shape in the 1700s, with houses and businesses popping up around the…
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Capt. Joel Robinson House
· 9.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine living in the same house your ancestors built over two centuries ago! That's the story of the Capt. Joel Robinson House. Built in 1790 by Joel Robinson, this house on Rocklawn Avenue in Attleboro, Massachusetts,…
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Medfield State Hospital
· 11.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
These quiet, abandoned grounds hold echoes of a past where thousands sought healing. Medfield State Hospital, originally the Medfield Insane Asylum, opened in 1892 as Massachusetts' first facility for chronic mental…
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North Bellingham Cemetery and Oak Hill Cemetery
· 11.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Wander through these adjacent cemeteries and uncover the stories of Bellingham's past residents, etched in stone. North Bellingham Cemetery is the oldest in town, with its earliest burial recorded in 1712. It's the…
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Joseph Willis House
· 11.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a sec! This unassuming house is Taunton's oldest building, dating all the way back to 1688! It was built by Joseph Willis, a prominent early settler of Taunton. He played a significant role in the town's…
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Taunton Alms House
· 11.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what happened to people who couldn't support themselves in the old days? Well, this spot tells a story. Back in 1876, the town of Taunton built this Alms House, also known as a poorhouse. It was a place for…
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Hebronville Mill Historic District
· 11.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what it was like to live and work during the peak of America's industrial era? You're driving through it right now. The Hebronville Mill Historic District offers a tangible glimpse into that past. From the…
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Brockton Edison Electric Illuminating Company Power Station
· 11.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a world lit only by gaslight and candles. That all started to change right here. This unassuming building is the Brockton Edison Electric Illuminating Company Power Station, one of the first power plants built…
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Snow Fountain and Clock
· 11.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This ornate fountain and clock, gifted to the city in 1902, stands as a testament to Brockton's industrial prosperity. It's more than just a pretty landmark; it's a symbol of a booming era. Back then, George G. Snow, a…
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Old Barn (Canton, Massachusetts)
· 12.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here; this old barn has seen more history than you might think! Estimated to have been built between 1690 and 1720, it's the oldest building on Brookwood Farm and one of the oldest barns around. It was built…
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Blue Hill Meteorological Observatory
· 12.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to learn about weather forecasting history, right here in Milton! This unassuming hill is home to the Blue Hill Meteorological Observatory, the oldest continuously operating weather observatory in the entire US.…
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Whittenton Mills Complex
· 12.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Get ready to dive into a piece of Taunton's industrial heart! This is the Whittenton Mills Complex, and it's more than just old buildings. It's a story of innovation, hard work, and a close call with disaster. The story…
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Brow's Tavern
· 12.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a second and imagine stagecoaches rattling down this road, because this unassuming building is rumored to have hosted some very important travelers back in the day. This is Brow's Tavern, built around…
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Stetson Hall
· 12.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Marvel at the monumental Greek Revival architecture of this former town hall, built in 1842. Stetson Hall, as it's known, was constructed in 1842 and funded by Amasa Stetson. It quickly became the heart of civic life in…
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Reed and Barton Complex
· 12.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever heard of the “Silver City”? You're driving through its heart right now. This unassuming collection of buildings is the Reed and Barton Complex, the birthplace of a silversmithing empire that helped make Taunton…
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Daniel Morse III House
· 12.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Dating back to 1710, this is one of the oldest surviving buildings in Sherborn. The Daniel Morse III House, right there at 210 Farm Road, stands as a testament to early colonial life in Massachusetts. Built by Daniel…
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Ware's Tavern
· 12.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine weary travelers stopping here in the late 1700s for food, drink, and lodging. This unassuming building was once Ware's Tavern, a welcome sight for those journeying through Sherborn. Built around 1780 by Benjamin…
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Benjamin Caryl House
· 12.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine preaching your first sermon right here! That's exactly what Reverend Benjamin Caryl did after this house was built around 1777.Caryl was the first minister of Springfield Parish, which was then part of Dedham,…
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Sewall–Ware House
· 12.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This house once stood on land belonging to Judge Samuel Sewall, infamous for his role in the Salem Witch Trials. The Sewall–Ware House, located at 100 S. Main Street in Sherborn, was likely built on Sewall's…
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Taunton State Hospital
· 13.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Established in 1854, this psychiatric hospital has a long and complex history, originally known as the State Lunatic Hospital. It was the second state asylum in Massachusetts. Built according to the Kirkbride Plan, the…
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Fairbanks House (Dedham, Massachusetts)
· 13.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over! You're about to witness living history. This unassuming house, the Fairbanks House, is the oldest timber-frame house in North America that's been verified by tree-ring dating. It all started around 1641 when…
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Hopewell Mills District
· 13.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder how Taunton became a manufacturing hub? This spot holds a key piece of that story. Back in 1818, Hopewell Mills established one of Taunton's earliest textile mills right here. It was a big deal for the local…
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Hydrant No. 3 House
· 13.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Once a vital fire station, this pump house stands as a reminder of a bygone era in Holliston's Metcalf village. Built around 1871, the Hydrant No. 3 House, or Metcalf Pump House as locals call it, was constructed to…
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Roberts School
· 13.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine learning in this charming one-room schoolhouse, built in 1873. It was the first school built in Holbrook after the town incorporated. Before this, kids likely learned at home or in shared spaces. This little…
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Dedham Village Historic District
· 13.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine standing where the seeds of a new nation were sown. This is the Dedham Village Historic District, the very heart of one of Massachusetts' oldest towns.Founded in 1636, Dedham was carefully planned, with its…
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Valley Falls Mill
· 13.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Stand on this spot, and you're standing in the heart of Rhode Island's textile boom. The Valley Falls Mill, built in 1849, was a powerhouse. This large Italianate brick mill was part of a complex that included a dam…
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Central Fire Station (Taunton, Massachusetts)
· 13.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what it's like to stand in front of history that's *still* making history? That's the Central Fire Station in Taunton. Built in 1869, this place has seen it all. Back then, Taunton was a bustling industrial…
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Suffolk Resolves House
· 13.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Could this unassuming house be the birthplace of American independence? The Suffolk Resolves House, right here in Milton, is rumored to be the site where a crucial document was drafted. On September 4th, 1774, delegates…
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M.M. Rhodes and Sons Company
· 13.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Believe it or not, you're near a place that once churned out millions of buttons! This is the site of the M.M. Rhodes and Sons Company. Founded in 1861, M.M. Rhodes was one of the first successful manufacturers of…
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Taunton Green Historic District
· 13.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to step back in time, because this isn't just a green space; it's the heart of Taunton's history. Back in the 1740s, this green was laid out, becoming the central gathering place for the town. Over the years,…
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Mount Pleasant Cemetery (Taunton, Massachusetts)
· 14.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back in time at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, a peaceful landscape with stories etched in stone. Established in 1836, it grew from a smaller family burial ground dating back to the early 1700s. Inspired by the rural…
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Anawan Rock
· 14.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming rock marks the end of an era in Native American resistance. Anawan Rock was the site where, in 1676, Captain Benjamin Church, a leader of colonial militia, met with Anawan, a sachem (leader) of the…
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Dean Street station (Massachusetts)
· 14.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
All aboard for a glimpse into Taunton's railway past! This unassuming spot was once a bustling hub for travelers. Back in 1876, the Old Colony Railroad built this Italianate-style station to replace an earlier one from…
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Woonsocket Civil War Monument
· 14.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This very spot honors the sacrifice of Woonsocket's sons in the Civil War. In 1868, just a few years after the war ended, this monument was erected to remember the 39 local men who died fighting to preserve the Union.…
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Stadium Building
· 14.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Catch a show at this historic movie theater and concert venue, a landmark in Woonsocket's performing arts scene. The Stadium Theatre opened in 1926, designed by Perry and Whipple of Providence. Initial funding came from…
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Central Falls Mill Historic District
· 14.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be transported back to the heart of America's Industrial Revolution. This unassuming spot in Central Falls was once a powerhouse of textile production, driving the city's growth and shaping its future. In the…
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Blue Hills Reservation Parkways
· 14.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine strolling through a carefully designed landscape, a natural escape just outside the bustling city. That's the legacy of the Blue Hills Reservation Parkways. In the 1890s, visionary landscape architect Charles…
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Neck of Land Cemetery
· 14.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where a town's story begins? This unassuming patch of green, the Neck of Land Cemetery, marks the very first burial ground in Taunton. Back in 1687, when Taunton was just finding its feet, this spot near…
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Harris Street Bridge
· 14.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
You're crossing right by the oldest bridge still standing in Taunton. It's the Harris Street Bridge, built way back in 1887. Back then, Taunton was a growing city, and this bridge was part of one of its first big public…
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Great Road Historic District
· 14.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine Rhode Island without highways! This unassuming stretch of road was once *the* vital artery connecting Providence to Hartford and Worcester. Back in 1683, this "Great Road" wasn't paved, of course. It was a dirt…
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Eleazer Arnold House
· 14.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine life in 1693. This house, the Eleazer Arnold House, offers a rare peek into those early colonial days in Rhode Island. Eleazer Arnold, for whom the house is named, built this impressive "stone-ender." These were…
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Olney Cook Artisan Shop
· 14.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a time when industry wasn't all giant factories, but small shops humming with local craftspeople. That’s what the Olney Cook Artisan Shop represents. Built in the early 1800s, this unassuming building on…
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Slater Park
· 14.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
You're approaching Slater Park, Pawtucket's oldest and largest park, a place deeply connected to the birth of American industry. It's named for Samuel Slater, who, in the late 1700s, established the first successful…
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Logee House
· 14.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine stepping back in time to the early days of Rhode Island! The Logee House is a rare survivor from the early 18th century. Built around 1729, the Logee House was home to a French Huguenot family. These families,…
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Edward's Plain–Dowse's Corner Historic District
· 14.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
You're driving through a slice of Sherborn where the echoes of workshops and industry still linger. This is Edward's Plain–Dowse's Corner, a place where Sherborn transformed from a quiet farming town. Before the…
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Pawtucket Armory
· 14.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Explore this imposing armory, a testament to Pawtucket's military history and architectural grandeur. This red brick fortress, the Pawtucket Armory, was built in 1894 and 1895 by William R. Walker & Son. Its purpose? To…
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Carpenter Bridge (Massachusetts)
· 14.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
You're approaching a piece of Rehoboth history: the Carpenter Bridge. This stone bridge, built in 1873, is the only one of its kind from that era still standing in town. Carpenter Street needed a reliable way to cross…
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The Parsonage (Natick, Massachusetts)
· 14.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a second; this unassuming house is where Horatio Alger, the king of “rags-to-riches” stories, lived for a time.Alger was a minister and writer in the 19th century. He lived in this house, known as the…
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Chickatawbut Observation Tower
· 14.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Look up! That tower, the Chickatawbut Observation Tower, isn't just a scenic overlook; it's a tribute to a leader who shaped the early days of Massachusetts. Chickatawbut was a sachem, or leader, of the Massachusett…
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Rev. Stephen Badger House
· 14.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming house tells a story of cultural change and the last chapter of a unique community. The Rev. Stephen Badger House, built in 1753, was home to Natick's last missionary to the "Praying Indians." These were…
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Slater Mill
· 14.7 mi · Historical Marker
First successful water-powered cotton spinning mill in the United States, built by Samuel Slater in 1793 on the Blackstone River.
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Slater Mill
· 14.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Here, where the Blackstone River flows, the American Industrial Revolution roared to life. In 1793, Samuel Slater, a young English immigrant, built this mill, bringing revolutionary textile technology from across the…
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Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park
· 14.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
You're driving through the cradle of the American Industrial Revolution! This Blackstone River Valley witnessed a transformation that reshaped the nation. In the late 1700s, Samuel Slater, a British immigrant,…
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Cohannet Mill No. 3
· 14.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Right here, where you're driving, stood a symbol of Taunton's booming textile industry: the Cohannet Mill No. 3. Built in 1890, this mill was the last remaining piece of the Cohannet Mills company, which had been…
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Memorial Hall (Milford, Massachusetts)
· 14.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This impressive granite building isn't just another old hall; it's a heartfelt thank you carved in stone. Memorial Hall in Milford stands as a tribute to the brave souls from this town who fought in the Civil War. Back…
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Conant Thread-Coats & Clark Mill Complex District
· 14.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This massive mill complex once produced thread that was shipped around the world. In 1846, the Conant Thread Company built its first mill here, and it expanded rapidly. Later, it merged with Coats & Clark, becoming one…
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Stone House (Taunton, Massachusetts)
· 14.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a second; you're not going to believe this. Right here, almost two centuries ago, stood one of the most unique homes in Taunton: The Stone House. Built around 1847, it's one of only two stone houses ever…
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Old Weir Stove Building
· 14.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine the heat generated in this factory, which once produced stoves that warmed homes across the region. The Old Weir Stove Company built this complex on the Taunton River in 1902. It operated here for many years,…
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Blackstone Viaduct
· 15.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be amazed by this feat of 19th-century engineering, the Blackstone Viaduct! It's a testament to the ambition of the railroads as they carved their way across the landscape. Built in 1872 by the Boston,…
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Goff Homestead
· 15.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming house is a local architectural mystery. Built between 1750 and 1780, the Goff Homestead stands out for its unusual chimney design. Around 1784, the Goff family, prominent in Rehoboth, acquired the…
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Modern Diner
· 15.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a slice of history at the Modern Diner, a true icon of American roadside eats. This diner, built by the Jerry O'Mahony Diner Company, rolled onto this spot in 1941. It's one of only two pre-World War II…
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Sachem Rock Farm
· 15.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine standing where deals were struck that shaped southeastern Massachusetts. This is Sachem Rock Farm. In 1649, representatives of the Plymouth Colony, including the famous Myles Standish, met here with Massasoit,…
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G. H. Bent Company
· 15.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Think of this spot as the home of a taste of old New England, specifically a really, really old New England. For over two centuries, this was the G. H. Bent Company, famous for their "cold water crackers". G. H. Bent…
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Donwell's Diner-Worcester Lunch Car Company Diner No. 774
· 15.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over and step back in time! This isn't just a place to grab a burger; it's a surviving slice of classic diner history, a Worcester Lunch Car Company Diner, built in an era when these gleaming steel structures were…
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Peleg Arnold Tavern
· 15.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Dating back to 1690, this tavern served weary travelers and played a vital role in North Smithfield's early history. Richard Arnold, one of the area's first settlers, built the oldest part of this house in the late 17th…
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Townsend House (Needham, Massachusetts)
· 15.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Built in 1720, this house offers a glimpse into early colonial life in Massachusetts. It's called the Townsend House. Gregory Sugars, a sea captain, built this two-and-a-half story house for his son-in-law, Reverend…
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Westerly Burial Ground
· 15.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine being one of the very first settlers in this part of Boston. This is where they rest. The Westerly Burial Ground, dating back to 1683, served as the final resting place for the pioneers of West Roxbury. It was…
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Gen. Sylvanus Thayer House
· 15.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where the 'Father of West Point' got his start? Right here, at this unassuming house! This is the birthplace of General Sylvanus Thayer, the man who revolutionized military education in America. Built in…
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Robert Fuller House
· 15.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a second; you're looking at a survivor! This is the Robert Fuller House, the oldest house in Needham. Built around 1707, the Fuller House originally stood in a different location. Robert Fuller, presumably…
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Wheeler–Ingalls House
· 16.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This saltbox house may have been built as early as 1710, offering a glimpse into early colonial life. Imagine life in early 18th-century Massachusetts! The oldest part of the Wheeler–Ingalls House, this very structure,…
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Brook Farm
· 16.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a second. This unassuming spot was once home to a radical experiment in living: Brook Farm. In 1841, George and Sophia Ripley, inspired by transcendentalist ideals, founded Brook Farm in West Roxbury.…
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Hope Webbing Company Mill
· 16.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine the rhythmic clatter of looms filling the air – this area was once the heart of the Hope Webbing Company, a major player in Pawtucket's textile industry. Established in 1883, the Hope Webbing Company started…
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Swan Point Cemetery
· 16.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Even in death, stories linger here at Swan Point Cemetery. Established in 1846, Swan Point was designed as a rural cemetery, a departure from the crowded churchyard burials common at the time. The idea was to create a…
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Granite Railway
· 16.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Get ready to rumble, because you're about to learn about one of the first railroads in the US, built to haul granite for the Bunker Hill Monument. In the 1820s, after the Bunker Hill Monument Association ran into…
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Henry Wilson Shoe Shop
· 16.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This tiny shoe shop belonged to Henry Wilson, who rose from humble shoemaker to become Vice President of the United States. Built in the 1850s, this simple building was Henry Wilson's shoe shop. Wilson, born Jeremiah…
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Newman Cemetery
· 16.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine standing where Rhode Island's earliest settlers found their final rest. Newman Cemetery, established in 1643, offers a tangible link to the state's colonial beginnings. This land was originally part of Rehoboth,…
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Captain Robert Bennet Forbes House
· 16.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a fascinating glimpse into the life of a 19th-century sea captain who helped shape American trade with China. Captain Robert Bennet Forbes, a prominent Boston merchant, built this house in 1833. He…
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Richmond Paper Company Mill Complex
· 16.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Paper. It's something we take for granted, but this spot along the Seekonk River was once a hub of paper production. The Richmond Paper Company built the first seven buildings of this complex between 1883 and 1887. They…
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Stephen Bacon House
· 16.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine living in a house built over 300 years ago! This is the Stephen Bacon House, and it’s one of the oldest homes still standing in Natick. Stephen Bacon was one of the first English settlers in this area. While the…
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Ashland Dam and Spillway
· 16.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Hold on a second, did you know this unassuming spot played a crucial role in keeping Boston hydrated? Back in 1885, the Ashland Dam and Spillway were built as part of Boston's massive waterworks project. They dammed up…
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House at 215 Brookline Street
· 16.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming saltbox house on Brookline Street has witnessed over three centuries of Newton's history. Built around 1693, it was home to Thomas Hastings, a prominent figure in the early days of the town. Hastings was…
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Phillipsdale Historic District
· 16.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a bustling mill village springing to life along the Seekonk River! That's Phillipsdale, a testament to Rhode Island's industrial boom. In the 1880s, the Richmond Paper Company built its mill complex here.…
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Boston Sanatorium
· 16.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This quiet corner of Mattapan was once a bustling center in the fight against a deadly disease: tuberculosis. In 1908, the Boston Consumptives Hospital, later known as the Boston Sanatorium, opened its doors. It was a…
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John Winthrop Jr. Iron Furnace Site
· 16.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Right here, in Quincy, you're near the birthplace of American iron production. This unassuming spot marks the site of the first successful iron blast furnace in the colonies. It was a big deal! John Winthrop Jr., son of…
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Saco–Lowell Shops Housing Historic District
· 16.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where factory workers lived back in the day? This unassuming neighborhood in Newton Upper Falls holds a secret: it's the Saco–Lowell Shops Housing Historic District, the only early 20th-century factory…
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Old Colony Iron Works-Nemasket Mills Complex
· 16.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This seemingly quiet spot was once at the heart of Taunton's booming industry, churning out iron and textiles! Back in the 1820s, this land was home to Horatio Leonard & Company, later becoming the Old Colony Iron…
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Saco–Pettee Machine Shops
· 16.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder how Newton became such a hub of innovation? It's places like this that tell the tale. The Saco-Pettee Machine Shops, built in 1892, represent a major chapter in Newton Upper Falls' industrial history. But…
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Framingham station
· 17.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back in time at this beautifully designed train station, one of the last designed by famed architect H.H. Richardson. Framingham station was built in 1884-1885 for the Boston and Albany Railroad. It served as a…
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Ingalls–Wheeler–Horton Homestead Site
· 17.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine life in a small colonial settlement nearly three centuries ago – this land offers a tangible connection to that era. Around 1730, a house was built here, becoming the Ingalls–Wheeler–Horton Homestead. It stood…
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Echo Bridge
· 17.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Stand beneath the Echo Bridge and experience its unique acoustics, a marvel of engineering from the 19th century. Constructed between 1876 and 1877, the Echo Bridge was built to carry the Sudbury Aqueduct over the…
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Arnold Arboretum
· 17.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a living museum, right here in Boston, with plants from all over the world. That's the Arnold Arboretum. Established in 1872, the Arboretum is the oldest public arboretum in North America. Harvard University…
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Forest Hills Cemetery
· 17.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
More than just a cemetery, Forest Hills is a 275-acre greenspace, arboretum, and outdoor museum. It was founded in 1848 as a public cemetery for the town of Roxbury. When the city of Roxbury was annexed to Boston in…
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Lloyd's Diner
· 17.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over and get ready for a slice of Americana at Lloyd's Diner, a true classic with a story that spans decades and towns! Originally built as Whit's Diner in Orange, Massachusetts, by the Worcester Lunch Car Company…
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Ladd Observatory
· 17.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Peer through the telescopes at Ladd Observatory, where Brown University students have been studying the stars since 1891. This isn't just any old building, it's a window to the cosmos and a cornerstone of campus life.…
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South Burying Ground
· 17.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step out of the car for a moment, and you're standing on hallowed ground, a place where Newton's early settlers rest. This is the South Burying Ground, established in 1802, also known as the Winchester Street Cemetery.…
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Adams-Nervine Asylum
· 17.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This beautiful neighborhood once housed a retreat with a hidden purpose: treating the 'nervous' and 'debilitated.' In 1877, the Adams-Nervine Asylum was established, opening its doors in 1880. Seth Adams, who made his…
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Christ Church Burial Ground (Quincy, Massachusetts)
· 17.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back in time as you approach Christ Church Burial Ground, the silent witness to Quincy's early Anglican settlers. Established in 1727, this hallowed ground became the final resting place for members of the Christ…
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Home for Destitute Jewish Children
· 17.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This Classical Revival building wasn't always here, but the need it fulfilled was deeply felt. In 1911, the Home for Destitute Jewish Children opened its doors. Local Jewish congregations, through the Ladies Helping…
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Isaac Child House
· 17.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a peek into Brookline's past – we're looking at one of the few houses left from the 1700s! The Isaac Child House, standing right there at 209 Newton Street, has records going back to the 1790s. Isaac…
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Russell M. Dicey House
· 17.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This well-preserved Craftsman bungalow offers a glimpse into modest early 1900s living. Built in 1918, this is the Russell M. Dicey House. It's a one-and-a-half story wood-frame house, showcasing the Craftsman bungalow…
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Christ Church (Quincy, Massachusetts)
· 17.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This historic church has been a center of worship since 1689! While the current building dates to 1874, the parish itself is much older. It's believed to be the oldest continuously active Episcopal parish in…
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Peacefield
· 17.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine the weight of a nation resting on your shoulders, right here at Peacefield. This unassuming house was home to two U.S. Presidents and a crucible for American ideals. John Adams, a key figure in the American…
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Adams National Historical Park
· 17.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine walking where presidents once walked, debated, and dreamed. Adams National Historical Park preserves the legacy of five generations of the Adams family, from 1720 to 1927. John Adams, the second U.S. president,…
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Larz Anderson Auto Museum
· 17.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Get ready to step back in time and into the world of early motoring! This very spot is home to the oldest collection of motorcars in the United States. Larz and Isabel Anderson, wealthy socialites, built their grand…
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Adams Academy
· 17.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where future presidents and influential thinkers got their start? This might be one of those places. President John Adams, long before his time in the White House, envisioned a school right here in Quincy.…
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United First Parish Church
· 17.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where presidents go to church? Well, right here, in Quincy, you're near the United First Parish Church, also known as the Church of the Presidents. It's more than just a pretty building; it's the final…
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Hancock Cemetery
· 17.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back in time as you enter Hancock Cemetery, the final resting place of generations who shaped Quincy. This hallowed ground, established around 1640, offers a glimpse into the lives of the area's earliest settlers.…
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Dr. Frank Davis House
· 17.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine being sick in 1890. You'd probably call on Dr. Frank Davis, who built this gorgeous Shingle-style house right here on Elm Street. Dr. Davis wasn't just any doctor; he was a prominent figure in Quincy, and his…
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Larz Anderson Park
· 18.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what it was like to be a Gilded Age millionaire? Larz Anderson Park offers a glimpse into that world. Larz and Isabel Anderson, a wealthy couple with a passion for travel and collecting, purchased the land…
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Ware Paper Mill
· 18.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming building marks the spot where paper production first took hold along the Charles River. Built in 1790, the Ware Paper Mill stands as a testament to early American industry. John Ware, a veteran of the…
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House at 94 Grandview Avenue
· 18.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Feast your eyes on the best-preserved Queen Anne Victorian on Wollaston Hill, a true testament to the elegance of the 1890s! This house at 94 Grandview Avenue was likely built by Horace Briggs, a Boston businessman,…
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Newton Lower Falls Historic District
· 18.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
You're passing through a place that was humming with activity even before the United States existed! This is Newton Lower Falls, and those falls on the Charles River were a crucial resource. Back in the 1600s, English…
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Eaton-Moulton Mill
· 18.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This granite mill, built around 1853, stands as a testament to the industrial history of Wellesley. The Eaton-Moulton Mill was constructed around 1853 by Reuben Ware and William Clark. Their company specialized in…
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Governor Henry Lippitt House
· 18.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine living in the lap of luxury in the late 1800s! This is the Governor Henry Lippitt House, one of the best-preserved Victorian-era homes in the entire country. Henry Lippitt, a wealthy textile manufacturer, lived…
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Dorothy Quincy Homestead
· 18.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a second – this unassuming house holds a secret: it was once home to Dorothy Quincy, wife of John Hancock, the guy whose signature is HUGE on the Declaration of Independence. Dorothy grew up here in…
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Staples-Crafts-Wiswall Farm
· 18.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine the earliest days of Newton, because right here stands a house with roots stretching back to 1688! It's the Deacon John Staples House, also known as the Staples-Crafts-Wiswall Farm. Deacon John Staples, a weaver…
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Roger Williams National Memorial
· 18.2 mi · Historical Marker
Site near where Roger Williams established Providence in 1636 after being banished from Massachusetts for advocating religious freedom and separation of church and state.
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Eliot Hall
· 18.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Did you know that this building houses America's oldest community theater? This is Eliot Hall, home to The Footlight Club since 1889. Originally constructed in 1832, this Greek Revival/Italianate building faced…
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Brown University
· 18.3 mi · Historical Marker
Founded in 1764 as the College in the English Colony of Rhode Island, the seventh-oldest college in the U.S. and the first Ivy League school to accept students regardless of religious affiliation.
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Roger Williams National Memorial
· 18.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where the idea of religious freedom in America really took root? You're near the spot where it began. Roger Williams, a minister banished from Massachusetts for his dissenting views, founded Providence here…
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Pierce House (Dorchester, Massachusetts)
· 18.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine living in a house for ten generations! That's the story of the Pierce House, right here in Dorchester. Built around 1683, the Pierce House was home to the Pierce family for over three centuries. They weren't…
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Ellen Swallow Richards House
· 18.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Right here is where a true pioneer changed how we live: Ellen Swallow Richards, the first woman chemist in America, lived and worked in this house. After graduating from MIT in 1873, Richards married Robert Hallowell…
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Congdon Street Baptist Church
· 18.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This church played a vital role in the history of Providence's African American community. Formed in 1821 as part of the African Union Meeting and Schoolhouse, the congregation officially became Congdon Street Baptist…
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Old State House (Providence, Rhode Island)
· 18.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where Rhode Island first declared its independence? It happened right here in the Old State House. Built in 1762, this unassuming Georgian building served as the meeting place for Rhode Island's colonial and…
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University Hall, Brown University
· 18.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine witnessing history unfold right here! University Hall, the oldest building on Brown's campus, has stood for over two centuries, a silent observer of countless student lives and pivotal moments. Construction…
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First Baptist Church in America
· 18.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Right here, you're near the oldest Baptist church in America, a place deeply connected to the story of religious freedom in this country. Founded in 1638 by Roger Williams, the church started as a haven for those…
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Fleur-de-lys Studios
· 18.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back in time at this historic art studio, a key site in the American Arts and Crafts Movement. The Fleur-de-Lys Studios, designed by Sydney Burleigh and Edmund R. Willson, was built in 1885. It quickly became a hub…
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Benefit Street - Mile of History
· 18.5 mi · Historical Marker
One of the finest concentrations of colonial and early American architecture in the country, spanning nearly three centuries of building styles.
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Rhode Island School of Design
· 18.5 mi · Historical Marker
Founded in 1877 by women from the Rhode Island Centennial Commission, RISD is one of the oldest and most prestigious art and design schools in the nation.
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WaterPlace Park and WaterFire
· 18.5 mi · Historical Marker
Public art installation by Barnaby Evans featuring nearly 100 bonfires on the three rivers of downtown Providence, credited with sparking the city's urban renaissance.
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Providence Athenaeum
· 18.5 mi · Historical Marker
The Providence Athenaeum is one of the oldest lending libraries in the country, a member-supported institution that has been lending books since 1836. The current Greek Revival building, with its granite columns and…
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Veterans Memorial Auditorium (Providence, Rhode Island)
· 18.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a second – this spot is a monument to perseverance and the power of the arts. Construction on Veterans Memorial Auditorium started way back in 1928, but then the Great Depression hit, and everything…
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Brown and Sharpe Manufacturing Company Complex
· 18.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This factory complex tells the story of Rhode Island's industrial might and the rise of precision manufacturing. Founded in 1833, Brown & Sharpe became a leader in precision equipment. They outgrew their original…
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Framingham Reservoir No. 1 Dam and Gatehouse
· 18.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Believe it or not, this seemingly tranquil spot once played a crucial role in quenching the thirst of a booming metropolis! Back in the late 1870s, Boston was growing fast and needed more water. So, between 1876 and…
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Union Station (Providence)
· 18.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Believe it or not, you're near the site of not one, but *two* former Union Stations in Providence! The first station opened in 1847. It was quickly overwhelmed. A larger, grander station was built nearby, opening in…
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John Brown House (Providence, Rhode Island)
· 18.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be both impressed and conflicted by the John Brown House. This opulent mansion belonged to a man who embodied the complexities of early America. John Brown, a prominent merchant and slave trader, completed…
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Josiah Quincy House
· 18.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over, history buff! You're about to step into the world of a founding father, right here in Quincy. This isn't just any old house; it's where one of America's most influential families began its legacy. This…
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Hornbine Baptist Church
· 18.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This simple building represents a stand for religious freedom. The Hornbine Baptist Church, built in 1753, is the oldest Baptist meeting house in southeastern Massachusetts. Back then, religious freedom wasn't a given.…
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United States Customshouse (Providence, Rhode Island)
· 18.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This spot was once the heart of Providence's maritime trade, a hub of commerce that connected Rhode Island to the world. Built between 1855 and 1857, this building served as the United States Customshouse. It was…
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Gray Cliff Historic District
· 18.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine living in a grand estate, only to see it sliced up into smaller lots as the city grew around you. That's exactly what happened here at Gray Cliff. Massachusetts politician Robert Bishop once owned all this land.…
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The City That Sets Its Rivers on Fire
· 18.7 mi
Providence is the rare city that literally sets its rivers on fire and calls it art. WaterFire, created by artist Barnaby Evans, fills the downtown rivers with dozens of floating bonfires on metal braziers; it grew from…
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India Point Park
· 18.7 mi · Historical Marker
India Point gets its name from the trade that made Providence wealthy and complicated. Starting in the late 1600s, Providence merchants sent ships from this waterfront to trade with ports across the globe, including the…
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State Home and School for Dependent and Neglected Children
· 18.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming spot was once a haven, and sometimes a hardship, for countless children. After the Civil War, states began taking more responsibility for kids in need, leading to the creation of places like the State…
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Providence Biltmore
· 18.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This grand hotel, opened in 1922, has hosted countless celebrities and dignitaries over the years. The Providence Biltmore, now known as the Graduate Providence, became a landmark almost immediately upon its opening.…
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Providence, RI
· 18.7 mi · Local history
Providence owes its existence to the sweep of Narragansett Bay, a deep harbor that carved a pathway for ships and commerce. The city's relatively flat topography, just a few dozen feet above sea level, made building and…
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Coram Shipyard Historic District
· 18.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a bustling shipyard here over 300 years ago, building ships for transatlantic trade. This is the Coram Shipyard Historic District. Around 1698, Thomas Coram and John Hathaway established a shipyard here on the…
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Green Hill Historic District
· 18.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what it would be like to step back in time and see how people lived centuries ago? Right here in Brookline's Green Hill Historic District, you can get a glimpse of exactly that. From the mid-1700s onward,…
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Dighton Rock
· 18.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be puzzled! This unassuming rock holds secrets that have stumped scholars for centuries. The Dighton Rock, a massive glacial boulder, was once embedded in the Taunton River. It's covered in petroglyphs:…
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Dupee Estate–Mary Baker Eddy Home
· 18.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever heard of Christian Science? Well, this is where its founder spent her final years. Mary Baker Eddy, a prominent religious leader, purchased this house, then known as the Dupee Estate, in 1908 when she was in her…
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Hammond House (Newton, Massachusetts)
· 18.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Could this be one of the oldest houses in the area, dating back as far as 1645? The Hammond House, located on Old Orchard Road, is believed to be the oldest house in Newton. While the exact construction date is debated,…
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Boston Edison Power Station
· 18.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Check out that building! It's the old Boston Edison Power Station, a landmark of Newton's electrifying past. Built in 1904, this power station originally supplied electricity to the surrounding buildings and even…
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Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site
· 18.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Think of Central Park, or Boston's Emerald Necklace – you're about to learn about the visionary behind them. This is Fairsted, the home and office of Frederick Law Olmsted, the father of American landscape architecture.…
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Providence Performing Arts Center
· 18.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back in time to the roaring twenties and imagine yourself attending the grand opening of Loew's State Theatre, now known as the Providence Performing Arts Center! This architectural marvel opened its doors in 1928…
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Dorchester Pottery Works
· 18.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Founded in 1895, this pottery works produced utilitarian stoneware for over 80 years. George Henderson established the Dorchester Pottery Works right here, making everything from jugs and jars to flowerpots and bean…
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United States Rubber Company Mill Complex
· 19.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back in time to a place where rubber literally met the road! This vast complex was once the heart of the United States Rubber Company's operations in Providence. Built between approximately 1885 and the early 20th…
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House at 17 Cranston Street
· 19.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever seen a twelve-sided house? Right here at 17 Cranston Street in Jamaica Plain stands a truly unique building. Built around 1874, this home was the vision of two Scottish immigrants who wanted something special. They…
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Abbotsford (Boston, Massachusetts)
· 19.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a place dedicated to celebrating Black visual artists from all over the world – that's Abbotsford. Now home to the Museum of the National Center of Afro-American Artists, this house is more than just bricks and…
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Chestnut Hill Reservoir Historic District
· 19.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine Boston without clean drinking water – unthinkable, right? This reservoir played a crucial role in making that a reality. Back in the mid-1860s, Boston was growing fast, and its existing water supply from the…
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Boston College Main Campus Historic District
· 19.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be transported back in time as you approach Boston College's historic campus, a stunning example of Collegiate Gothic architecture! Its centerpiece, Gasson Hall, is the anchor of this beautiful district.…
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Moswetuset Hummock
· 19.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
You're standing on a place that echoes with the voices of the past, the namesake of a tribe and a state. This is Moswetuset Hummock. For centuries, this wooded hill was a gathering place for the Moswetuset, later known…
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East Parish Burying Ground
· 19.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Stop here a moment, and you're standing on hallowed ground, the East Parish Burying Ground, where generations of Newton residents found their final rest. Established in 1660, it was the primary burial ground for the…
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Weymouth Meeting House Historic District
· 19.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
You're driving through the heart of old Weymouth, a place that shaped early American history. This area, around Church, East, and North Streets, was the very center of Weymouth for nearly a century. Here, in 1636, the…
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Reginald A. Fessenden House
· 19.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Right here, in this quiet neighborhood, lived a man who quite literally gave voice to the world. This is the Reginald A. Fessenden House. From 1919 until his death in 1932, Reginald Fessenden called this house home. He…
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Hotel Adelaide
· 19.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what early apartment living looked like? You're passing one of the very first examples of a duplex apartment house, the Hotel Adelaide. Built in 1875, the Hotel Adelaide was designed with unique two-story…
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Tom Thumb House (Middleborough, Massachusetts)
· 19.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a moment and imagine a famous entertainer building his dream summer home! This is it: the Tom Thumb House. General Tom Thumb, whose real name was Charles Stratton, was a tiny man with a gigantic stage…
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Cranston Street Armory
· 19.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine the drills and ceremonies that once filled this massive armory, a symbol of Rhode Island's military history. The Cranston Street Armory was built in 1907 for a hefty $650,000.00. It served as headquarters for…
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Robert S. Davis House
· 19.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine the mid-19th century here, where a prominent local family built one of Brookline's finest homes. This is the Robert S. Davis House, built around 1859 for Robert S. Davis. Davis was a member of a well-known…
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William Lloyd Garrison House
· 19.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Right here, near 125 Highland Street, you're in the heart of abolitionist history. This is where William Lloyd Garrison, one of the most influential voices against slavery, called home. Garrison lived in this house,…
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Candler Cottage
· 19.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This charming cottage isn't just pretty; it's a rare survivor from a fascinating time in American architecture. Built around 1850, the Candler Cottage is a notable example of Gothic Revival style in Brookline. We don't…
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The Eminence
· 19.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine living in a riverside villa, designed by a famous architect! That's the story of The Eminence, right here in Auburndale. In 1853, Boston architect Hammatt Billings, known for his Italian Villa style, designed…
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Newton Street Railway Carbarn
· 19.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Believe it or not, that unassuming commercial building was once a bustling hub for Newton's trolley system! Back in 1890, the Newton Street Railway Company built this carbarn, or garage, to house and maintain its…
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Highland Spring Brewery Bottling and Storage Buildings
· 19.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what secrets are hiding in plain sight? Right here in Mission Hill, these brick buildings whisper tales of a once-thriving brewery. Back in 1892, the Highland Spring Brewery built this bottling and storage…
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Kingsley House (Rehoboth, Massachusetts)
· 19.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine living in a house built before the United States even existed! That's the story of the Kingsley House, right here in Rehoboth. The oldest part of this house is estimated to have been built around 1680. That…
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Clemence–Irons House
· 19.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine life in colonial Rhode Island – a time brought to life by this very house! The Clemence–Irons House, built in 1691, is a rare example of a "stone-ender," a style brought over from western England. Its builder,…
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Bradley Hospital
· 19.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This is the oldest psychiatric hospital in the US dedicated solely to children. Bradley Hospital was founded thanks to a bequest from George and Helen Bradley in 1848. The hospital officially opened its doors in 1931.…
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West Parish Burying Ground
· 19.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back in time as you enter the West Parish Burying Ground, the final resting place for generations of Newton residents. Established in 1777, this cemetery was originally owned by the Second Church in Newton, then…
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Fire Station No. 7 (Brookline, Massachusetts)
· 19.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a sec and check out this fire station – it's way cooler than it looks at first glance! Back in 1898, Brookline needed a new firehouse for the growing Washington Square area. They didn't just want a…
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Boston Psychopathic Hospital
· 20.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what secrets are hidden beneath the pavement? This spot, once home to the Boston Psychopathic Hospital, holds a fascinating, and perhaps unsettling, history. Established in 1912, the Boston Psychopathic…
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Shirley–Eustis House
· 20.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a second; this spot whispers tales of royal governors and revolutionary whispers! This is the Shirley-Eustis House, built between 1747 and 1751 for William Shirley, the Royal Governor of the Province of…