Exercise Conant House

The Exercise Conant House is a two-story residential building on Cabot Street with 17th-century architectural elements, including a distinctive side extension. The structure combines traditional building techniques with spatial design typical of early homes in the region.

The house was built in 1695 and served as the residence of Exercise Conant, whose father led a group of settlers from Gloucester to Salem. The family played an important role in early European population movements in the region.

The house displays building styles from early colonial Massachusetts and reflects the craftsmanship used in the region's first European settlements. Visitors can see in its structure how people built during that era and what materials they had available.

The building is located in Beverly on Cabot Street and can be viewed from outside. Visitors should check with local information offices for current details about access and viewing conditions.

The property was transferred directly as a gift from Roger Conant to his son Exercise Conant in 1666, establishing the family as early landowners in the area. This land transfer shows the personal family connection to the region's settlement development.