SHIRLEY-EUSTIS HOUSE

ROXBURY, MA

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The Shirley-Eustis House is a historic mansion located in the Roxbury neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts. The house was built in 1747 by William Shirley, the Royal Governor of Massachusetts, and was later owned by the Eustis family for over a century. The mansion is a prime example of Georgian architecture and features several notable design elements, including a grand central hall, ornate plasterwork, and a curved staircase.

The Shirley-Eustis House is now a museum, dedicated to preserving the history and culture of the Roxbury neighborhood. Visitors can take guided tours of the house and learn about the lives of the Shirley and Eustis families, as well as the social and political history of colonial Massachusetts. The museum also hosts a variety of educational programs and events throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and historical reenactments.

In addition to its historical significance, the Shirley-Eustis House is also known for its beautiful gardens and grounds. The property includes a formal parterre garden, a kitchen garden, and a small orchard, as well as several walking paths and benches for visitors to enjoy. Overall, the Shirley-Eustis House is a unique and important cultural landmark in the city of Boston, offering visitors a glimpse into the lives of colonial-era Americans and the history of one of Boston's most vibrant neighborhoods.

SHIRLEY-EUSTIS HOUSE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in ROXBURY MA. US MID #8402500022

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

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SHIRLEY-EUSTIS HOUSE
33 SHIRLEY STREET
ROXBURY
MA
02119

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SHIRLEY-EUSTIS HOUSE Information

MID # 8402500022
Name SHIRLEY-EUSTIS HOUSE
Alternate Name SHIRLEY-EUSTIS HOUSE
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , New England
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 42.323625, -71.071922
CODES FIPS State Code: 25
FIPS County Code: 025
US Census Tract: 090600
US Census Block: 2006