Hancock–Clarke House
The Hancock–Clarke House is a historic house in Lexington, Massachusetts, which is now a National Historic Landmark. Built in 1738, the house is notable as one of two surviving houses associated with statesman and Founding Father John Hancock, who lived here for several years as a child. It is the only residence associated with him that is open to the public. It played a prominent role in the Battle of Lexington and Concord as both Hancock and Samuel Adams, leaders of the colonials, were staying in the house before the battle. The House is operated as a museum by the Lexington Historical Society. It is open weekends starting in mid-April and daily from May 30–October 31. An admission fee is charged.
Hancock–Clarke House | |
U.S. National Register of Historic Places | |
U.S. National Historic Landmark | |
The Hancock–Clarke House, Lexington, Massachusetts | |
| Location | 36 Hancock Street, Lexington, Massachusetts |
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| Coordinates | 42°27′12.8″N 71°13′42.8″W |
| Built | 1738 |
| Architectural style | Early Georgian |
| NRHP reference No. | 71000895 |
| Significant dates | |
| Added to NRHP | July 17, 1971 |
| Designated NHL | July 17, 1971 |
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