John Greenleaf Whittier House, Amesbury
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Facts and practical information
The John Greenleaf Whittier Home is a historic house located at 86 Friend Street, Amesbury, Massachusetts. It was the home of American poet and abolitionist John Greenleaf Whittier from 1836 until his death in 1892, and is now a nonprofit museum open to the public May 1 through October 31; an admission fee is charged. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1962, and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1966. ()
Built: 1811 (213 years ago)Coordinates: 42°51'20"N, 70°56'8"W
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- Calculate routeSparhawk and Main 4 min walk
- Calculate routeNicolas Costello Transportation Center 11 min walk
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to John Greenleaf Whittier House?
Nearby attractions include Amesbury Friends Meeting House, Amesbury (5 min walk), St. James Episcopal Church, Amesbury (6 min walk), Amesbury and Salisbury Mills Village Historic District, Amesbury (7 min walk), Macy-Colby House, Amesbury (19 min walk).
How to get to John Greenleaf Whittier House by public transport?
The nearest stations to John Greenleaf Whittier House:
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- Sparhawk and Main • Lines: 83 (4 min walk)
- Nicolas Costello Transportation Center • Lines: 83 (11 min walk)
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