Ames Schoolhouse, Colonial Revival school building in Dedham, US.
The Ames Schoolhouse combines Colonial Revival and Shingle style architectural elements with symmetrical windows and a prominent central entrance.
Built in 1898, the Ames Schoolhouse represents the expansion of educational facilities during the post-Civil War period in Massachusetts.
The National Register of Historic Places listed this building for its architectural merit and role in local education development.
Visitors can observe the exterior architecture of the schoolhouse year-round, while interior access requires advance arrangements with local authorities.
The building demonstrates the transition between 19th and 20th-century architectural styles through its mixed Colonial Revival and Shingle design elements.
Location: Dedham
Inception: 1898
Architectural style: Colonial Revival architecture, Shingle style architecture
Address: 450 Washington Street
GPS coordinates: 42.24528,-71.17472
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25
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