Benjamin Thompson House–Count Rumford Birthplace, Woburn
Facts and practical information
The Benjamin Thompson House is a historic house museum and National Historic Landmark at 90 Elm Street, in the North Woburn area of Woburn, Massachusetts. It is significant as the birthplace of scientist and inventor Benjamin Thompson, who became Count Rumford of the Holy Roman Empire as well as Sir Benjamin Thompson of the United Kingdom. His birthplace was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1975 in recognition of Rumford's scientific accomplishments, which notably include the development of the Rumford stove, a fireplace design that was significantly more efficient at retaining heat in the house than older and larger fireplaces. ()
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Benjamin Thompson House–Count Rumford Birthplace – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Horn Pond, First Congregational Church in Woburn, First Burial Ground, Woburn Public Library.