Gloucester, Massachusetts

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• Whittemore House (Gloucester, Massachusetts) · 0.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Park nearby and take a look because you're about to see a piece of Gloucester history nearly three and a quarter centuries old. It's the Whittemore House, a classic First Period house, built around 1700. Based on how it…

• Gloucester Net and Twine Company · 1.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Ever wonder where Gloucester's fishing fleets got the gear that helped them haul in their catch? This is where the Gloucester Net and Twine Company made it all happen. Founded in 1884, the company quickly became a vital…

• Gloucester Fisherman's Memorial · 1.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Stand here and you're standing at the heart of Gloucester's soul, a place where the city remembers the lives claimed by the unforgiving sea. Since the 1600s, Gloucester has been a fishing town, but this legacy came at a…

• Gloucester Fisherman's Memorial · 1.5 mi · Historical Marker

  Gloucester, founded in 1623, is America's oldest seaport; over 10,000 fishermen from the town have been lost at sea since records began.

• Our Lady of Good Voyage Church (Gloucester, Massachusetts) · 1.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  This church isn't just a building; it's a symbol of faith and the immigrant experience in Gloucester. Back in 1892, a large wave of Portuguese immigrants, mainly fishermen, came to Gloucester. To serve their spiritual…

• Norwood-Hyatt House · 1.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Pull over for a minute, because right here stands a piece of Gloucester history tied to both early settlement and marine biology. This is the Norwood-Hyatt House. The oldest section of this house is believed to have…

• Adventure (1926 schooner) · 1.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Prepare to be transported back to the age of sail, because right here, you're near a real piece of maritime history: the schooner Adventure. Built in 1926, she was one of the last Grand Banks fishing schooners ever…

• Ten Pound Island Light · 2.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Perched on its little island, the Ten Pound Island Light has been a silent witness to Gloucester's maritime history for over a century. A light station was first established here in 1821. But the current cast iron…

• Annisquam Harbor Light · 2.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine relying on a flickering light to guide you through treacherous waters; that's what sailors did for generations with the Annisquam Harbor Light. Built in 1801, the original wooden tower was replaced in 1847 by…

• East Gloucester Square Historic District · 2.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine the salty air thick with the scent of fish and the clang of hammers on ship hulls – that's East Gloucester Square. This area matters because it's a snapshot of Gloucester's evolution from a small fishing outpost…

• Hammond Castle · 3.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Prepare to be amazed by a castle that's part medieval fortress, part mad scientist's lair! Hammond Castle, perched right on the Gloucester coast, is a monument to invention and architectural whimsy. Built between 1926…

• Eastern Point Light · 3.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Standing guard over America's oldest seaport, Eastern Point Light has witnessed centuries of fishing, whaling, and trading history. The first light station here was established in 1832. A granite tower replaced the…

• Old Garrison House · 4.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  This unassuming house whispers tales of early colonial life, built from the sturdy tamarack trees that once dominated this landscape. Constructed around 1711, the Old Garrison House offered shelter and served as a…

• USS New Hampshire (1864) · 5.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Beneath these waves rests a forgotten giant. This is the final resting place of the USS New Hampshire, a ship with a long and complicated history. Originally laid down in 1819 as a 74-gun ship named Alabama, she sat…

• Straitsmouth Island Light · 5.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine the countless ships this little island has guided safely to shore. Straitsmouth Island Light has been a beacon here off the coast of Rockport since 1835. That's when the *first* lighthouse was built. But as…

• Benaiah Titcomb House · 5.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  This unassuming house whispers tales of early American settlers and a life vastly different from our own. Built around 1700 in Newburyport, what you see here is the Benaiah Titcomb House, though it's been moved and…

• David Burnham House · 6.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine living in a house built before the Salem Witch Trials. This is the David Burnham House, believed to have been built around 1685 by David Burnham, whose father was one of the first settlers in this area. David…

• Castle Hill (Ipswich, Massachusetts) · 6.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine summering in this sprawling mansion, a testament to early 20th-century wealth and architecture. Castle Hill, completed in 1928, was the summer home of Richard Teller Crane, Jr., and his wife. Crane made his…

• George Giddings House and Barn · 6.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine life in the 1690s - this farm gives you a glimpse! The George Giddings House and Barn stand as rare examples of First Period construction in Essex County. Both the house and barn were likely built in the 1690s.…

• Oliver Wendell Holmes House · 7.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Ever wonder where a Supreme Court Justice kicked back and relaxed? This is it! Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr., a towering figure in American legal history, spent his summers here, starting in 1909, until his death in 1935.…

• Giddings-Burnham House · 8.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine living in a home built before the Salem Witch Trials! That's the story of the Giddings-Burnham House right here in Ipswich. Likely constructed in the 1640s by George Giddings, this house was soon sold to his…

• Greenwood Farm (Ipswich, Massachusetts) · 8.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine living on this very land over 300 years ago! Greenwood Farm tells a story of early colonial life right here in Ipswich. The Paine family built the Paine-Dodge House, the main farmhouse, around 1694. It's a…

• Merrifield House · 8.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  This house was built by a veteran of the American Revolutionary War. Francis Merrifield, Jr., built this house around 1792 after serving in the war. It's known as the Merrifield House or Rosebank. The house is a…

• Dr. John Calef House · 8.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Step back in time to a home that's witnessed centuries of Ipswich history. This is the Dr. John Calef House, a building that showcases the evolution of early American architecture. Built around 1671 by Deacon Thomas…

• John Whipple House · 8.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine stepping back in time to the 1600s – this very spot offers a glimpse into that era! Built around 1655, the John Whipple House was home to a prominent family in Ipswich. John Whipple, a wealthy merchant and later…

• South Green Historic District (Ipswich, Massachusetts) · 8.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Ever wonder what it was like in the earliest days of Ipswich? This unassuming green holds the key. In 1686, Ipswich town leaders designated this area as the South Green. It served as a common grazing pasture for animals…

• Choate Bridge · 8.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Cross the Ipswich River on this historic stone arch bridge, one of the oldest surviving bridges in New England, dating back to 1764. Back then, Ipswich needed a reliable way for folks and goods to cross the river. The…

• Brown House (Hamilton, Massachusetts) · 8.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine a time when this area was a brand new settlement, carved out of the wilderness. That's when the Brown House was built, making it one of the oldest houses still standing in Essex County. Constructed sometime in…

• Ipswich Mills Historic District · 8.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine a bustling industrial hub, right here in Ipswich. This is the Ipswich Mills Historic District, a testament to the town's textile manufacturing past. In 1868, textile magnate Amos Adams Lawrence bought existing…

• Ross Tavern · 8.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Pull over for a second! This unassuming house has a secret: it used to be a tavern. This is the Ross Tavern. Well, *part* of the Ross Tavern. It's actually made up of pieces of two older buildings. The oldest part dates…

• Brown Stocking Mill Historic District · 8.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  This quiet neighborhood once hummed with the energy of a thriving textile mill, a testament to Ipswich's industrial past. In 1906, Harry S. Brown, a former supervisor at the larger Ipswich Mills, decided to strike out…

• Hospital Point Range Front Light · 10.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  This little lighthouse isn't just picturesque; it's a vital guide for ships entering Salem Harbor, a lifeline for maritime navigation. Back in 1871, the Hospital Point Range Front Light was built to mark the deep water…

• John Hale House · 11.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Pull over here for a minute; this unassuming house has a dark history tied to the Salem Witch Trials. This is the John Hale House, built around 1694 by Reverend John Hale, the first minister of Beverly. Hale was…

• Odd Fellows' Hall (Beverly, Massachusetts) · 11.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Check out that striking brick building! It's the Odd Fellows' Hall, and it's been a landmark in Beverly since 1893. Designed by local architect J. Foster Ober, this High Gothic Revival building was commissioned by the…

• John Cabot House · 11.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine being so successful, you build the first brick mansion in town! That's exactly what John Cabot did here in Beverly. John Cabot, a prominent businessman and ship owner, commissioned this house in 1781. It was a…

• Salem Willows Historic District · 11.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine Salem as a summer escape, not just a place of witch trials. Back in the late 1800s, this area started transforming into a resort community. Daniel Gardner purchased land at Juniper Point around 1875 and began…

• Fort Pickering Light · 11.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  This unassuming little lighthouse has silently witnessed centuries of Salem's maritime history. Built in 1871, Fort Pickering Light, also known as Winter Island Light, replaced earlier beacons guiding ships into Salem…

• Winter Island · 11.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  This unassuming island has served as a silent sentinel, guarding Salem Harbor for centuries. Winter Island's story is deeply intertwined with the defense of the Massachusetts coastline. Beginning in 1643, fortifications…

• Fort Pickering · 11.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Dating back to the 17th century, Fort Pickering served as a crucial coastal defense for Salem Harbor through many conflicts. Construction of the original fort began in 1643. It was strategically important for defending…

• Fort Lee (Salem, Massachusetts) · 11.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine standing guard here, watching for British ships! Fort Lee, right here on Salem Neck, was a crucial part of defending Salem during the Revolutionary War. Back in 1776, with tensions rising, this fort was built as…

• Newman–Fiske–Dodge House · 11.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Ever wonder what houses looked like when America was brand new? Here's your chance to see a true survivor. This is the Newman–Fiske–Dodge House, built in stages starting around 1658. The original section included the…

• General John Glover House · 11.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Pull over here; you're about to see the house of a true American hero: General John Glover. Glover, a Marblehead merchant, wasn't a career soldier, but when the Revolution called, he answered. He led a regiment of…

• Chaplin–Clarke House · 11.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine life as one of the first families to settle here in Rowley, Massachusetts! This is the Chaplin–Clarke House, and it's the oldest house in town, dating back to around 1670. Joseph Chaplin built the original…

• St. Michael's Church (Marblehead, Massachusetts) · 12.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Pull over for a minute – you're about to see a piece of living history! St. Michael's Church is the oldest Episcopal church building in New England still standing on its original site. Built in 1714, St. Michael's has…

• Marblehead Historic District · 12.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  You're driving through a place that practically breathes American history: the Marblehead Historic District. This isn't just a pretty town; it's a living museum. Marblehead played a crucial role in the American…

• Old Town House (Marblehead, Massachusetts) · 12.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine the passionate arguments for liberty echoing through these very walls! The Old Town House in Marblehead witnessed some fiery debates leading up to the American Revolution. Built in 1727, this building served as…

• Jeremiah Lee Mansion · 12.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Prepare to be transported back to a time of powdered wigs and revolutionary whispers! This is the Jeremiah Lee Mansion, once the extravagant home of a man who helped shape the destiny of a nation. Jeremiah Lee, a…

• House of the Seven Gables · 12.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine secrets whispered within the walls of a centuries-old mansion – secrets that inspired one of America's most famous novels. This is the House of the Seven Gables. Built around 1668 for Captain John Turner, a…

• Salem Maritime National Historical Park · 12.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Before you, lies a place that once connected a young America to the world. Salem Maritime National Historical Park isn't just a collection of old buildings; it's a portal to a time when Salem was a bustling hub of…

• Joseph Story House · 12.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Ever wonder where Supreme Court Justices laid their heads? This unassuming house was home to Joseph Story, one of the most influential legal minds of the early 19th century. From 1811 until his death, Story lived here…

• Derby Wharf Light · 12.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  This little lighthouse packs a punch of maritime history! It marks the end of Derby Wharf, once bustling with ships bringing goods from around the world. In 1871, this light was built to guide ships safely into Salem…

• Gardner–Pingree House · 12.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Prepare to be transported to the height of elegance! This very spot is home to the Gardner-Pingree House, considered a masterpiece of Federal architecture. Completed in 1804 for merchant John Gardner Jr. and his wife,…

• John Ward House (Salem, Massachusetts) · 12.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine life in Salem long before the witch trials – that’s the world embodied by the John Ward House. Built between 1684 and 1723, this house offers a glimpse into early colonial life. John Ward, likely a tanner, lived…

• Peabody Museum of Salem · 12.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  You're passing a place that helped shape America's understanding of the world. For over two centuries, this spot has been a center for collecting and displaying maritime history and cultural artifacts. It all started…

• French–Andrews House · 12.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Ever wonder what medieval England looked like? You can see hints of it right here. This is the French–Andrews House, and the oldest parts of it date back to around 1718. It was built as a two-and-a-half story home with…

• Greenlawn Cemetery (Salem, Massachusetts) · 12.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Even in death, Salem holds onto its stories. Greenlawn Cemetery, established in 1807, offers a peaceful, if somber, escape from the bustle of the city. Originally founded as a more traditional burial ground, Greenlawn…

• Salem Witch Museum · 13.0 mi · Things to Do

  The 1692 witch trials brought to life. 20 people executed for witchcraft in this town.

• Rufus Choate House · 13.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine brilliant legal arguments echoing from this very spot! This is the Rufus Choate House, where one of America's most celebrated lawyers once lived. Rufus Choate, a prominent figure in the Federalist Party, called…

• North Street Fire Station · 13.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Hold on a second, because this unassuming brick building is one of the oldest active fire stations in the entire US! It's been protecting Salem since the 19th century. Built in 1881, the North Street Fire Station was…

• The Witch City That Outgrew Its Ghosts · 13.1 mi

  Salem carries the heaviest name in early American history: the 1692 witch trials. Here's the honest version, because the legend gets it wrong: about twenty people were executed, but none were burned at the stake.…

• The Witch House · 13.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine standing where accusations flew like poisoned darts, where lives hung in the balance. This is The Witch House, the only remaining structure in Salem directly connected to the infamous Salem Witch Trials. Judge…

• Joshua Ward House · 13.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Pull over here for a second; this place is kind of a big deal. It's the Joshua Ward House, and it's got a serious history. Built in 1784, it was one of the first brick houses in Salem. The interior woodwork was done by…

• Nathaniel Bowditch House · 13.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine sailing the high seas with only rudimentary charts – that was life before Nathaniel Bowditch. This is his former home, where he spent crucial years refining his groundbreaking work on navigation. Bowditch, a…

• Hamilton Hall (Salem, Massachusetts) · 13.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Step back in time to a Salem where elegance and social standing reigned supreme! Hamilton Hall, a stunning example of Federal architecture, has been a gathering place for Salem's elite since the early 1800s. Designed by…

• Gedney and Cox Houses · 13.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine living in a house built before the United States even existed! That's the story of the Gedney House. Built around 1665, the Gedney House offers a rare glimpse into the lives of early colonists in Salem. The…

• Pickering House (Salem, Massachusetts) · 13.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Dating back to 1664, this First Period Colonial house offers a rare glimpse into early life in Salem, predating the witch trials. The Pickering House, located on Broad Street, was home to ten generations of the…

• Salem Witch Trials Memorial · 13.4 mi · Historical Marker

  Between 1692 and 1693, more than 200 people were accused of witchcraft in Salem; twenty were executed and five died in jail.

• Parson Capen House · 13.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Ever wonder what life was like in the early days of colonial New England? This remarkably well-preserved house offers a glimpse into the past. Built in 1683, the Parson Capen House was home to Reverend Joseph Capen, the…

• High Street Cemetery · 13.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  This quiet spot holds the stories of Danvers' earliest settlers, some dating back to before the Revolution. High Street Cemetery's oldest marked grave belongs to the wife of Amos Putnam, dating back to 1758. In 1805,…

• Cotting–Smith Assembly House · 13.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine dancing where George Washington once did! This very spot, now the Cotting–Smith Assembly House, was the place to be in Salem during its maritime prime. Built in 1782, the Assembly House wasn't just a building;…

• Topsfield Town Common District · 13.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine a meeting place at the heart of a new town, a place where decisions were made that shaped its very existence. That's the Topsfield Town Common. Established by 1650, the common quickly became the center of…

• Salem Diner · 13.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Pull over for a slice of history at the Salem Diner, a rare survivor from the golden age of diners. Back in 1942, just before World War II really ramped up, the Sterling Company, a major diner manufacturer, closed its…

• Spencer–Peirce–Little Farm · 14.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Pull over here for a second; this unassuming patch of land holds centuries of history. Back in the late 1600s, a stone farmhouse was built here, a rarity in New England at the time. Over the years, the Spencer, Peirce,…

• Newburyport Harbor Light · 14.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine navigating treacherous waters without modern technology. That's why this light matters! Back in 1788, they built the Newburyport Harbor Light, also known as Plum Island Light, to guide ships safely into the…

• Salem Village Historic District · 14.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  This unassuming district was once the tinderbox that ignited the Salem Witch Trials. In 1692, accusations of witchcraft spread like wildfire through Salem Village, now part of Danvers, Massachusetts. Several properties…

• James Noyes House · 14.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Pull over for a sec; this house was built by a Puritan pastor who helped settle Newbury. The James Noyes House, right here at 7 Parker Street, was built by Reverend James Noyes. He came all the way from Wiltshire,…

• General Israel Putnam House · 14.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine being born in a house that would later become a historical landmark! That's the story of General Israel Putnam, born right here in Danvers. Built around 1648 by Lieutenant Thomas Putnam, the house sheltered…

• Newbury Historic District · 14.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  You're driving through a place where history isn't just remembered, it's lived. This is the Newbury Historic District, centered around the upper green, a heart of community for over three centuries. Imagine this: By the…

• Abraham Adams House · 15.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine life in colonial Massachusetts! The Abraham Adams House, right here in Newbury, offers a rare glimpse into that world. Built between 1705 and 1707, this house was home to Abraham Adams and his family. It's a…

• Nathaniel Felton Houses · 15.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine two families, generations apart, living practically next door, their lives intertwined with the very land beneath your tires. The Nathaniel Felton Houses, located on Felton Street, tell a tale of two homes built…

• John Proctor House (Peabody, Massachusetts) · 15.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine living in a time when whispers could condemn you to death. That's the shadow hanging over the John Proctor House. Though the original structure associated with John Proctor is no longer standing, this house…

• Cushing House Museum and Garden · 15.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine being at the center of international diplomacy right here in Newburyport! This is the Cushing House, home to Caleb Cushing, a key figure in 1800's American politics and diplomacy. Caleb Cushing was a lawyer, a…

• United States Customhouse (Newburyport, Massachusetts) · 15.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  These granite blocks witnessed Newburyport's rise and fall as a major port. This is the United States Customhouse, built in 1834. For decades, customs officials inside collected duties on goods flowing in and out of…

• Market Square Historic District (Newburyport, Massachusetts) · 15.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine Newburyport rising from the ashes, quite literally, in this very spot! In 1811, a devastating fire swept through Newburyport, leveling much of the commercial district near the Merrimack River. The destruction…

• Newburyport Historic District · 15.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Hold on tight, because this seemingly quiet New England town was once a bustling hub that helped shape America. Newburyport's location on the Merrimack River made it a vital shipbuilding and trading center, especially…

• Swampscott Fish House · 16.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Hey, check it out! That little shingle-style building right there is more than just a pretty face; it's the oldest active fish house in the entire country! That's the Swampscott Fish House. Back in 1896, the town…

• Lydia Pinkham House · 17.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Right here, in this area, a housewife turned herself into one of the most successful businesswomen of the 1800s! Lydia Pinkham, living at 285 Western Avenue, developed her famous Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound.…

• Mary Baker Eddy House (Lynn, Massachusetts) · 17.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Ever hear of Christian Science? It started right here in Lynn. From 1875 to 1882, this house was home to Mary Baker Eddy, the founder of the Church of Christ, Scientist. During her time here, she revised her seminal…

• Lucian Newhall House (Lynn, Massachusetts) · 17.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Check out that fancy house! It's a reminder of Lynn's booming shoe industry. Lucian Newhall, a successful businessman who made his fortune in the shoe business, commissioned this house in 1866. It's a great example of…

• Pine Grove Cemetery (Lynn, Massachusetts) · 17.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Hold on tight, because even in a place as quiet as a cemetery, there's a story to be told. Pine Grove Cemetery in Lynn is more than just a final resting place; it's a snapshot of the city's history. Established in the…

• Grand Army of the Republic Hall (Lynn, Massachusetts) · 17.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Pull over for a second. This unassuming building was once the heart of a powerful brotherhood: Civil War veterans. Built in 1885, this is the Grand Army of the Republic Hall, built by and for Union Army veterans. It…

• Lynn Memorial City Hall and Auditorium · 17.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  This isn't just another city hall; it's a living tribute to Lynn's history and a testament to civic pride. Lynn Memorial City Hall and Auditorium was built in 1948-1949, spearheaded by Mayor Albert Cole. It was…

• Lynn Woods Reservation · 18.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine this: a sprawling, wild oasis right in the heart of a bustling city. That's Lynn Woods, and its story is all about preserving a vital green space. Back in 1881, the city of Lynn recognized the importance of this…

• Henry Cabot Lodge House · 18.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Right here, a powerful senator charted a course that kept the US out of the League of Nations. This is the Henry Cabot Lodge House, home to the influential senator who, for decades, shaped American foreign policy.…

• Rev. John Tufts House · 18.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Ever heard of singing schools? Well, this is where it all started! The Rev. John Tufts House was home to a guy who revolutionized music education in early America. John Tufts, born in 1689, lived here and became a…

• Lowell's Boat Shop · 18.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Step back in time at the oldest continuously operating boat shop in America, a National Historic Landmark since 1793. Lowell's Boat Shop on the Merrimack River is where it all began for the iconic New England dory.…

• Rocky Hill Meeting House · 19.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine a time when town meetings and religious services happened in the same space – that's the story of the Rocky Hill Meeting House. Built around 1785, this building served as the center of life for the community. It…

• Macy–Colby House · 19.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine a home witnessing centuries of New England life – that's the Macy–Colby House. Built around 1654, this saltbox-style house was first home to Thomas Macy, a pivotal figure in early colonial history. He sought…

• Samuel Chase House · 19.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine Hannah Chase, her apron laden with bricks, walking across this very land. This house, the Samuel Chase House, offers a rare glimpse into early 1700s architecture. Built around 1715, it stands as a transitional…

• Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Building (West Newbury, Massachusetts) · 19.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Take a moment to honor the brave Civil War veterans at this striking Gothic-style building! Erected in 1900, the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Building served as a dedicated space for veterans, including the local…

• Walker Body Company Factory · 19.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Imagine horse-drawn carriages rolling out of this very spot, headed all over the country. That's what this was once like! This was the Walker Body Company, originally the Walker Carriage Manufacturing Company. They were…

• Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site · 19.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

  Ever wonder where American industry got its start? This is it! The Saugus Iron Works was the first integrated ironworks in North America. Founded by John Winthrop the Younger, it operated from 1646 to around 1670. They…