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Longfellow House-Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site

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Cambridge, United States

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Historical place museum· Historical place· History museum· Tourist attraction· Historical landmark· National museum

Longfellow House-Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site Reviews | Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars (8 reviews)

Longfellow House-Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site is located in Cambridge, United States on 105 Brattle St. Longfellow House-Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site is rated 4.7 out of 5 in the category historical place museum in United States.

Address

105 Brattle St

Phone

+1 6178764491

Amenities

Gender-neutral toiletsGood for kidsToiletsNo restaurant

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible car parkWheelchair-accessible entranceWheelchair-accessible toilet

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Stephanie A

One of the most interesting destinations in my many years of travels around the world. Beautiful grounds and beautiful history!

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Maria Victoria

Timed ticked tours of the author's home. Mostly original furnishings and nicely kept up. A nice place to spend an hour or so. Ranger led discussions. Check calendar

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Jim Bowley

All the houses on this street are worth seeing, and the tour of Longfellow’s House is a way to really appreciate the surrounding sense of place that’s been sustained for several centuries in the area. Longfellow may not be especially familiar to many visitors — and its Longfellow’s story, not Washington’s that’s most prominently on display here. But even someone who hasn’t read a Longfellow poem (or just as likely doesn’t know Longfellow was a poet... or read poetry... etc...) will enjoy the colorful story of the place.

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Whiting Photography

What. wonderful hidden gem! So much history and beautiful grounds. The perfect pace for a small wedding!

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Alicia Daniel

Went here when it was closed, so we only got to see the garden. It was lovely, though. Lots of cool history. Local artists like to paint here, which is cool. There is a visitor’s center. The paint is not great, wish the national gov would take better care of it.

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John Michael Schert

Walking down Brattle Street is experiencing American history. When in Cambridge you must take the Longfellow House tour and also inquire about a guided tour down Brattle led by a National Park Ranger. See where George Washington headquartered during the Revolutionary War, learn about the mob expelling Tory loyalists one night in the late 18th century, and discover the many renown friends and visitors Longfellow hosted in his residence.

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Demetrios Constantine

Beautiful house and grounds. The tour was great and very informative! We enjoyed the tour and learning about the Longfellow family and George Washington. A nice, free, hidden gem right off the Charles river. They even have events here like live music, movies, etc.

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Nicole Smith

When I first came to the Boston area for grad school, this was one of the first gems I found. They have a beautiful garden behind the house that is free and open to the public. I would sometimes just sit and try not to think (after too much thinking for classes ;) and enjoy the peace and quite of that lovely space. They have a sun dial that has an inscription that roughly translates to "Think that this day will never dawn again." Something I think about from time to time. Their house tour is interesting and informative lead by National Park Rangers who are happy to answer your questions and share fun stories. They also do regular activities here. I've been able to go to a few lectures. In 2019 I went to a lecture by "Teddy Roosevelt" that was very engaging. And I loved that they had a teddy bear nestled in the tree behind the actor! I also went to a lecture in the Carriage House about the role of Native Americans and African Americans in leadership in the Revolutionary War Army. If you have an opportunity to participate in any of their programming, take it! I have also been privileged to work with them in a volunteer capacity in connection with my congregation that meets in a chapel across the street. We have been able to assist in the deadheading of their lilac bushes. It's a cool project that gives me added connection to and pride in this wonderful piece of history.

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