Attleborough Falls Historic District

Attleborough Falls Historic District is a residential area in North Attleborough, Massachusetts, spread across a triangular area bounded by Ten Mile River, Mount Hope Street, and Towne Street. The neighborhood contains houses of different architectural styles built from about 1790 to 1890, including Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate, and Queen Anne residences.

The area developed during the mid-1800s as jewelry factories were established on the north side of Ten Mile River. This industrial growth attracted workers and factory owners who built the residential neighborhood with its varied housing types.

The neighborhood represents the evolution of American residential architecture through Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate, and Queen Anne style houses built between 1790 and 1890.

The neighborhood is best explored on foot since the streets form a compact triangular pattern. Visitors can view the architecture of individual houses along the main streets and move through the area on various walking routes.

The Freeman House on Mount Hope Street was built in 1890 by jewelry factory owner B.S. Freeman and displays Queen Anne style at its most ornate. The house illustrates the wealth that the local jewelry industry brought to successful businesspeople.

Location: Massachusetts

GPS coordinates: 41.96833,-71.31861

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:40