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Explore the historic homes of this founding father in Quincy, MA

July 29, 2022 by Jerry Peters

Living in New England, there is no shortage of historic places to explore. Whether you consider yourself a history buff or not, there’s something fascinating about walking in the footsteps of those who came before us as you explore old homes, battlefields, cemeteries, and more.

Visitors to Quincy, Massachusetts are especially lucky, as their town was once home to not one, but two US presidents: founding father John Adams (1735-1826) and his eldest son John Quincy Adams ( 1767-1848).

You can walk in the shoes of John Adams and his family with a fascinating collection of tours run by Adams National Historical Park during the warmer months. This writer did a full guided tour of the park yesterday and can’t recommend it enough.

So, what can we expect on such a tour?

1. Birthplaces of John Adams and John Quincy Adams

Your first stop will be at the birthplaces of John and John Quincy Adams. The First House (shown below) is where John Adams was born and raised, according to the historic park’s website.

Megan Murphy, Townsquare Media

Megan Murphy, Townsquare Media

The second house (also pictured below) is a short walk from the first and is where John has settled with his wife, Abigail. The site explains that within the walls of the house John wrote the Massachusetts Constitution during the American Revolution and the future 6th President John Quincy Adams was born.

Megan Murphy, Townsquare Media

Megan Murphy, Townsquare Media

2. Peace Field Old House

Shortly before being elected Vice President of the United States in 1789 (he would eventually become our second President in 1797), John would move in with Abigail into this beautiful Peace Field home. Unlike the two previous houses, everything inside this place is original.

Megan Murphy, Townsquare Media

Megan Murphy, Townsquare Media

Yes, that includes everything from top to bottom in gorgeous rooms like this…

Megan Murphy, Townsquare Media

Megan Murphy, Townsquare Media

…to this space, which served as John’s office.

Megan Murphy, Townsquare Media

Megan Murphy, Townsquare Media

Heck, that’s the very cane the man used. Original portraits, busts, dishes and books are also presented.

Megan Murphy, Townsquare Media

Megan Murphy, Townsquare Media

And of course, we can’t forget the Stone Library, which houses a collection of books by John Quincy Adams.

Megan Murphy, Townsquare Media

Megan Murphy, Townsquare Media

3. The Adams Crypt

This stop is not included in the tour, but since you’re already in the area, it’s worth checking out. After leaving Peace Field, you are only a short drive to United First Parish Church where John, Abigail, John Quincy and his wife Louisa are buried. It’s a moving conclusion to your journey through time.

Megan Murphy, Townsquare Media

Megan Murphy, Townsquare Media

For more information on Adams National Historical Park tours, click here.

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