MA, USA
The Old Manse
Historic House
Built in 1770 for Reverend William Emerson, this house overlooks the North Bridge. Emerson watched the battle from here. Later residents included Nathaniel Hawthorne, who wrote "Mosses from an Old Manse" here.
What Happened Here
Rev. William Emerson was Ralph Waldo Emerson's grandfather. The house remained in the Emerson family for nearly two centuries. Both literary and Revolutionary history converge here.
Visiting Today
Address
269 Monument Street, Concord, MA 01742
Hours
Mid-April to October: Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12pm-5pm
Admission
$12 adults, $10 seniors, $6 students
Accessibility
First floor partially accessible. Upper floors via stairs only.
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