Stetson House

The Stetson House is a 17th century residence in Hanover featuring four front windows with 24 panes each and six fireplaces distributed throughout different rooms. The house includes a music room with period furnishings and serves as a preserved example of an upper-class dwelling from that era.

The residence was built in 1694 by Samuel Stetson and remained in the family for several generations before passing to other owners. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979, recognizing its value to regional history.

The house displays period furnishings and portraits of its former residents, reflecting the social standing of the family during their time. These objects show how prosperous families in the region lived and presented themselves to their community.

The house typically opens for guided visits, with the dining room displayed during special occasions like Christmas and Thanksgiving. Visitors should check in advance which rooms are accessible and when exhibits about local history are available.

The house contains an oversized grandfather clock made by John Bailey that required a specially modified floor depression to accommodate it. This elaborate adaptation shows just how much the family valued this remarkable timepiece.

Location: Massachusetts

GPS coordinates: 42.11611,-70.84417

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:07