Longfellow National Historic Site (U.S. National Park Service)

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Longfellow National Historic Site

Longfellow National Historic Site preserves the home of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, one of the world’s foremost 19th century poets. The house also served as headquarters for General George Washington during the Siege of Boston, July 1775 - April 1776. In addition to its rich history, the site offers unique opportunities to explore the themes of 19th century literature and the arts.

		Stories Learn about Henry W. Longfellow, his poetry, and his impact on the development of an American identity. Also find out about the Longfellow family, and about the house during the American Revolution. more...

		Virtual Tour Take a virtual tour of the Longfellow House. View the historic rooms, as well as selected objects and archives from the museum collections.

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Longfellow National Historic Site
105 Brattle Street
Cambridge, MA 02138

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Visitor Information
(617) 876-4491

Fax

(617) 497-8718

Climate

Longfellow National Historic Site is located in Cambridge, MA, right next to the city of Boston. Summer weather can be warm and humid at times, while winters are cold and often snowy.