GEORGE PEABODY HOUSE MUSEUM

PEABODY, MA

The George Peabody House Museum is located in Peabody, Massachusetts. One of the most well-preserved examples of a Federal-era residential property in the United States, the house was built in 1812 and served as the home of wealthy merchant George Peabody from 1820 to 1826.

Today, the house is a museum dedicated to preserving the history of the Peabody family and their contributions to the city of Peabody. The museum offers visitors a glimpse into the lives of the Peabody family, as well as a look at the city’s development over the years.

The main house is a two-story brick structure with four bays, a center hall, and a one-story ell. Originally, the house was surrounded by a garden and farmland. The house has been restored to its original Federal period style and its furnishings reflect the lifestyle of the Peabody family during their residence.

The museum also contains a collection of artifacts from the Peabody family, including furniture, paintings, photographs, and documents. In addition, the museum has an extensive library of books and manuscripts related to the history of the Peabody family and their involvement in the city of Peabody.

The George Peabody House Museum serves as an important reminder of the history of the city of Peabody and the contributions of the Peabody family. It is an important part of the city’s cultural heritage and offers visitors a unique look into the past.

GEORGE PEABODY HOUSE MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in PEABODY MA. US MID #8402500134

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

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GEORGE PEABODY HOUSE MUSEUM
24 LOWELL STREET
PEABODY
MA
01960

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