Cottage Farm Historic District

Log in to your account

AroundUs is a community-driven map of interesting places, built by curious explorers like you. It grows with every review, story, and photo you share.
Connect to save your favorite spots, contribute locations, and create personalized routes.
By continuing, you accept our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy
Add to collection
Map
Suggest a change
Share

Cottage Farm Historic District, Residential historic district in Brookline, Massachusetts.

The district spans 67 acres with 75 historically significant buildings centered around the junction of Essex and Ivy Streets.

In 1850, industrialist Amos Lawrence purchased the Cottage Farm tract from David Sears and began subdividing the land for residential development.

The district features Gothic Revival, Mansard, Queen Anne, and Georgian Revival architecture with buildings made of brick, stone, shingles, and stucco.

The district boundaries extend from Dummer and Mountfort Streets north to Beacon Street south, between Amory Street west and St. Mary's Street east.

Governor Francis Sargent's 1970 highway construction moratorium within Route 128 prevented the demolition of substantial portions of the district.

Location: Massachusetts

GPS coordinates: 42.34750,-71.11222

Latest update: March 10, 2025 07:07

Photos
Around this place
Show the full map Show the full map
Reviews

Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.

« Cottage Farm Historic District - Residential historic district in Brookline, Massachusetts » is provided by Around Us (aroundus.com). Images and texts are derived from Wikimedia project under a Creative Commons license. You are allowed to copy, distribute, and modify copies of this page, under the conditions set by the license, as long as this note is clearly visible.

Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!

From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.

Around Us App Screenshot

A unique approach to discovering new places

Le Figaro

All the places worth exploring

France Info

A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks

20 Minutes