CAPTAIN ROBERT BENNET FORBES HOUSE

MILTON, MA

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Captain Robert Bennett Forbes House is a historic home located in Milton, Massachusetts. This house was built in 1833 and was the residence of Captain Robert Bennett Forbes, a prominent American merchant and maritime entrepreneur. The house was designed in the Greek Revival style and features a two-story portico with six fluted columns.

The house is a typical example of New England architecture of the 19th century. The interior of the house is decorated with period furnishings, including paintings, furniture, and decorative objects. The rooms are spacious and feature large windows that provide plenty of natural light.

Today, the Captain Robert Bennett Forbes House is a museum that is open to the public. It offers visitors a glimpse into the life of a successful 19th-century American merchant and provides insight into the history of Milton and its surrounding areas. The museum offers guided tours that take visitors through the various rooms of the house and provide information about the history of the Forbes family and their impact on the local community.

In addition to its historical significance, the house is also a popular venue for weddings, corporate events, and other special occasions. Its beautiful architecture and picturesque location make it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

CAPTAIN ROBERT BENNET FORBES HOUSE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in MILTON MA. US MID #8402500194

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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CAPTAIN ROBERT BENNET FORBES HOUSE
215 ADAMS ST.
MILTON
MA
02186

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CAPTAIN ROBERT BENNET FORBES HOUSE Information

MID # 8402500194
Name CAPTAIN ROBERT BENNET FORBES HOUSE
Alternate Name CAPTAIN ROBERT BENNET FORBES 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 42.265517, -71.065313
CODES FIPS State Code: 25
FIPS County Code: 021
US Census Tract: 416300
US Census Block: 1012