Edward Bellamy House

The Greek Revival house features white clapboard siding, marble fireplaces, and traditional architectural elements characteristic of mid-nineteenth century Massachusetts residential buildings.

Built in 1852 for town selectman Harmon Rowley, the residence gained prominence as the home of Edward Bellamy, who wrote his influential novel Looking Backward there.

The Edward Bellamy Memorial Association maintains exhibits about the author's literary works and their impact on nineteenth-century American social reform movements.

Visitors can explore the preserved period rooms, attend educational programs, and participate in guided tours that highlight the connection between literature and social change.

The study where Edward Bellamy wrote Looking Backward contains his original writing desk and personal items from the period of the book's creation.

Location: Chicopee

Inception: 1852

Architectural style: Greek Revival architecture

Made from material: clapboard

Address: 91–93 Church Street

Website: https://edwardbellamyhouse.org

GPS coordinates: 42.15583,-72.58444

Latest update: March 8, 2025 01:23