King Caesar House, Maritime museum in Duxbury, United States.
Description
The King Caesar House is a Federal style residence that displays period furnishings and objects related to shipbuilding from the 1800s. The building shows how a wealthy shipbuilder and his family lived.
History
The house was built in 1809 for shipbuilder Ezra Weston II during a time when the town was a major shipbuilding center. Its construction reflects when Duxbury thrived through maritime industry.
Culture
The house shows how wealthy shipbuilders and their families lived in this maritime community. You can see how different rooms were used by the family and household staff.
Practical
Access is best during the warmer months when the house is regularly open to visitors. Guided tours happen in small groups, so it helps to check ahead before visiting.
Did you know?
The property shows the remains of an original ropewalk where workers made thick ropes for ships. Such production facilities rarely survive to the present day.
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