Butterfield-Whittemore House, building in Massachusetts, United States
The Butterfield-Whittemore House is a wood-frame building in Arlington, Massachusetts, built around 1695 and ranks among the town's oldest structures. Its symmetrical facade features five windows, a sloped roof with two chimneys, and a columned porch typical of colonial architecture.
Jonathan Butterfield originally built the house when the area was still called Menotomy, and Samuel Whittemore III acquired it in 1749. Greek Revival features were added around 1845 and a new porch was constructed around 1920, reflecting different periods of modification and adaptation.
The house bears the names of two families who lived here and shaped local history over centuries. Its association with Samuel Whittemore, a figure from the American Revolution, connects the place to stories of local courage and community roots.
The house sits on the south side of Massachusetts Avenue in East Arlington, set back from the street and easy to miss if you are not looking carefully. Walking access is straightforward, and its location near other historic sites makes it a convenient stop while exploring the town's older neighborhoods.
Samuel Whittemore, the 18th century owner of the house, was celebrated for his involvement in the American Revolution and his brave actions during the fight for independence. Despite its centuries-old age, the house did not undergo major restoration work until 2006, when efforts began to preserve its original character and structural integrity.
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