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The building also housed the Colonial government, with Governors Endecott, Bellingham, Leverett and Bradstreet presiding under the old charter, then Edmund Andros, followed by Phips, Stoughton, Bellomont and Dudley under the new charter. It was the focal point of Boston's civil and political life: receptions held by governors and prominent ...
Building Image Location First built Short summary Williams–Barker House: Scituate: c.1634 The core of the Williams–Barker House is believed to date from as early 1634. [4] There is no way to tell for sure as no dendrochronology survey has been conducted on the house. The residence has been extensively renovated, and now operates as a tavern ...
Boston: c. 1680: Oldest building in downtown Boston. [98] Hoar Tavern: Lincoln: 1680 One of the oldest buildings in Lincoln. [99] Ironmaster's House: Saugus: 1681 Also known as the Appleton House. This was part of the Saugus Iron Works, which was a major industrial complex. It has been restored and is open to the public. John Ward House: Salem 1684
The architecture of Boston is a robust combination of old and new architecture. As one of the oldest cities in North America, Boston, Massachusetts (along with its surrounding area) has accumulated buildings and structures ranging from the 17th-century to the present day, having evolved from a small port town to a large cosmopolitan center for education, industry, finance, and technology.
The interior of the house has since been restored to its colonial appearance. David Stone House N/A Lincoln: c.1665 This house is traditionally dated to around 1665 when Gregory Stone gave the house to his son David. It was later impacted in a large way in 1959, when much of the house was rebuilt after a fire tore through the structure.
Updated listing May 5, 2015 as "Boston National Historical Park/Charlestown Navy Yard". 26: Boston Police Station Number One-Traffic Tunnel Administration Building: Boston Police Station Number One-Traffic Tunnel Administration Building
Built on the site of a building originally donated by Huguenot merchant Peter Faneuil to the city of Boston, this iconic market building and meeting house was built in the 1760s and expanded in the 19th century by architect Charles Bulfinch. It was the site of many public meetings during the American Revolution. 19: Fenway Studios: Fenway Studios
Province House, Boston Area of Province House in Boston; detail of 1743 map. The Province House (1679–1864) was a mansion on old Marlborough Street in Boston, Massachusetts. Built in 1679, it was the home of merchant Peter Sergeant, and after 1716, the official residence of royal governors of the Province of Massachusetts Bay. Known for its ...