Capt. Edward Durant House, Newton

Name: Capt. Edward Durant House
Address: 286 Waverley Ave, Newton, 02458, United States
Telephone: +1 617-641-9142

#21 among attractions in Newton

Specialty museum, Museum, History museum

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Facts and practical information

The Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds is a historic late First Period house at 286 Waverly Avenue in Newton Centre, Massachusetts, that is now a historic house museum. ()

Built: 1734 (290 years ago)Coordinates: 42°20'46"N, 71°10'52"W

Address

286 Waverley AveNewton (Newton Corner)Newton 02458 United States

Contact

+1 617-641-9142

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Day trips

Capt. Edward Durant House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Alumni Stadium, Piccadilly Square, Newton Commonwealth Golf Course, Arsenal Center for the Arts.

1.1 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
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Piccadilly Square, Newton
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0.4 miSE
Golf, Outdoor activities
Newton Commonwealth Golf Course, Newton
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1.4 miNE
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~1430 ftNW
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Boston College - Newton Campus, Newton
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0.6 miN
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~320 ftW
Colonial revival architecture
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Capt. Edward Durant House open?

Capt. Edward Durant House is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 11 am - 5 pm
Thursday 11 am - 5 pm
Friday 11 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Capt. Edward Durant House?

Nearby attractions include Frank B. Hopewell House, Newton (2 min walk), Charles Haskell House, Newton (3 min walk), Farlow Hill Historic District, Newton (5 min walk), Hyde House, Newton (7 min walk).

How to get to Capt. Edward Durant House by public transport?

The nearest stations to Capt. Edward Durant House:

Bus

Tremont St @ Pembroke St • Lines: 57 (14 min walk)

Light rail

Boston College • Lines: B (22 min walk)
Newton Centre • Lines: D (33 min walk)