Olmsted Subdivision Historic District
Olmsted Subdivision Historic District, Residential historic district in Swampscott, Massachusetts.
The district spans 130 acres with curvilinear roads, traffic islands, and an entrance parkway designed to complement the natural topography of the area.
Frederick Law Olmsted created the subdivision plan in 1888 for the Swampscott Land Trust after they acquired the former estate of E. Redington Mudge.
The neighborhood contains 250 residences built between 1890 and 1920, displaying Queen Anne, Shingle Style, Colonial Revival, and American Foursquare architectural designs.
The roads and traffic islands within the district receive maintenance from the town of Swampscott, preserving the original layout of the neighborhood.
Monument Avenue features a symmetrical carriage road with three distinct lot sizes that accommodated different income levels, marking an early example of community planning.
Location: Massachusetts
GPS coordinates: 42.47170,-70.91560
Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:12
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