Peckham, William House - Petersham MA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member nomadwillie
N 42° 29.263 W 072° 11.231
18T E 731171 N 4707763
Historic home built in 1768
Waymark Code: WMJRRP
Location: Massachusetts, United States
Date Posted: 12/26/2013
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Dragontree
Views: 2

Built in 1768 by William Peckham. It is a colonial gambrel house. The entrance is protected by an overhang supported by 2 columns. The door is flanked by sidelights. It is wood construction clad with clapboards. The roof is gambrel in style.
Earliest Recorded Date of Construction: 01/01/1768

Architectural Period/Style: Colonial Revival

Architect (if known): Chandler, Francis Ward; Potter, John H.; Simes, William

Type of Building e.g. Country House, Stately Home, Manor:
Country home


Interesting Historical Facts or Connections:
Part of the Petersham Common Historic District


Main Material of Construction: Wood

Private/Public Access: Private

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Additional Dates of Construction: Not listed

Landscape Designer (if known): Not listed

Listed Building Status (if applicable): Not listed

Admission Fee (if applicable): Not Listed

Opening Hours (if applicable): Not listed

Related Website: Not listed

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