Old Garrison House, Rockport

Name: Old Garrison House
Address: Rockport, United States

#9 among attractions in Rockport

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The Old Garrison House is a First Period house in Rockport, Massachusetts that has been dated through dendrochronology to at least 1711. This house is primarily constructed of tamarack logs. An ell was added onto the rear of the house in the late 18th century, and a shed-like wing was added to the west rear in the 19th century. Later in the 19th century a single story kitchen wing was added onto the ell. ()

Built: 1700 (325 years ago)Coordinates: 42°40'51"N, 70°37'41"W

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Old Garrison House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Good Harbor Beach, Cape Ann Light Station, Motif Number 1, Cape Ann Whale Watch.

4.2 miS
42°37'10"N • 70°37'53"W
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View point
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