In the annals of presidential history, Quincy, Massachusetts, holds a special place. The birthplace of two U.S. Presidents; John Adams and John Quincy Adams, Quincy, MA, has earned earned the nickname “City of Presidents.” (originally, both Adams’ were born in Braintree MA but their birthplace became Quincy after Quincy split from the town of Braintree in 1792, John Hancock was also from Braintree before the area was renamed Quincy). In fact, the high school sports teams have adopted the menacing moniker, “Presidents.”
On this frigid Presidents Day, I decided to take a visit to the Old House At Peace Field, the retirement home of John and Abigail Adams as well as John Quincy Adams, when Presidents were really Presidents. The Adams’ and their future generations would call this home until 1927.
The Stone Library located adjacent to the Adams House.
The house is much prettier during the spring and summer. Flowers of a wide spectrum of colors adorn the walkway and throughout the estate. It is closed to the public until spring time. But the front gate was open, as though they were expecting me.
Further down the road on Hancock Street, in front of City Hall, stands John Adams.
I was wondering why he was looking off into the distance (wary of the British perhaps?). Then, I noticed a statue of Abigail and little John Quincy Adams was situated across the street.
Both of the Adams’ are buried in the United First Parish Church, located directly across from City Hall and, inconveniently for the drivers of Quincy, in the middle of the busy roadway. It is also the church I almost got into a fight at as a child until the other kid said he, “didn’t fight in churches” pffft. Oh, the memories.
There are other Adams’ residences and historical places, such as his original birthplace, also in Quincy, MA, that I will cover in later posts.
Happy President’s Day!
New England Nomad 
February 16th, 2016 at 1:16 am
Wonderful photo’s!!!
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February 16th, 2016 at 1:27 am
Thank you so much!
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February 16th, 2016 at 2:06 am
You are always most welcome!!! 🙂
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February 16th, 2016 at 2:09 am
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February 16th, 2016 at 1:37 am
Good stuff. I recall really liking the stone library in back of the house. It’s very cozy and welcoming inside. I could see getting some serious work done back there.
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February 16th, 2016 at 1:49 am
Thank you. Yes, it does look like a nice place to get away from it all and escape into a book.
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February 16th, 2016 at 2:12 am
What a pretty house. I’m learning so much about New England through your posts and photos.
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February 16th, 2016 at 2:25 am
Thank you Susanne! It is pretty. It’s even prettier when the flowers are in bloom. I thought it was an appropriate place to visit today, though. And very close to home for me.
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February 16th, 2016 at 2:45 am
The house and Library look lovely! What’s going on with the church’s side windows? Being fixed, or replaced?
Looking forward to more of the tour!
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February 16th, 2016 at 3:04 am
Don’t you just love old style homes? You can keep your central air, I’d love to spend one night in the house. I believe the church is being renovated. In fact, the entire city is going through a complete “makeover” which you may have noticed by all of the cones and barriers. Thank you!
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February 16th, 2016 at 3:17 am
Oh that’s exciting! I hope you revisit the area when it’s complete and post the renewed look.
If in summer I’d want that central air! The humidity there is brutal for me.
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February 16th, 2016 at 3:05 am
Hit the spot! Thank you and looking forward to more!
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February 16th, 2016 at 3:06 am
Thank you!
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February 16th, 2016 at 7:23 pm
I think often places have a special beauty when they are unadorned. I love the statue of John Adams looking across the street to his family. I will certainly visit this place and enjoy it all the more for your commentary 🙂
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February 17th, 2016 at 9:38 am
Interesting post, interesting place. You know, in Romania we have also a place (a village) where were born two prime ministers. The current prime minister and one from the past. 🙂
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February 17th, 2016 at 8:41 pm
That is very interesting! We have so much in common despite our distance. That is very cool.
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February 18th, 2016 at 7:24 pm
We have visited there and it is well worth the trip. Standing next to those tombs was a whole other experience. Amazing. 🙂
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February 18th, 2016 at 8:13 pm
I didn’t go into the building during this recent visit. It must be an amazing experience to be so close to such inspirational figures.
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