Province House, Colonial governmental building in Downtown Crossing, Boston, US
The Province House featured a grand main staircase, Tudor-style chimney stacks, and ornate gables that exemplified colonial architectural excellence in Massachusetts.
Built in 1679, the Province House served as the official residence for royal governors of Massachusetts Bay from 1716 until British forces evacuated Boston in 1776.
The Province House gained literary recognition through Nathaniel Hawthorne's 1842 publication 'Legends of the Province House', which captured its historical significance.
The location of the former Province House is marked by remaining stone steps on Washington Street, south of Milk Street in Downtown Crossing, Boston.
The building underwent modifications in the 18th century, including removal of its chimney stacks, before a fire damaged it in 1864 and demolition occurred in 1922.
Location: Massachusetts
GPS coordinates: 42.35710,-71.05980
Latest update: March 8, 2025 08:39
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