Deacon John Grave House (c.1685)

Inhabited for over 300 years by the descendants of Deacon John Grave I. Evolved from a primitive two-room dwelling to a classic New England saltbox. 18th-century family used the house as a private residence; school, wartime infirmary, inn, tavern and courtroom.

Getting There & Details

Admission
Adults $2, children $1.
Hours
Mid-June to Labor Day, Thu.-Sat., 1-4. Labor Day-Columbus Day, Sat. and Sun. 1-4.
Address
581 Boston Post Rd.
Phone
(203) 245-4798
Map
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