National Register of Historic Places

Hardwick House

Quincy, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Listed
September 19, 1989
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
89001376

About this property

The Hardwick House was a historic house at 59–61 Spear Street in Quincy, Massachusetts. The 2+1⁄2-story wood-frame house was built in 1850s, and is one of the city's largest Greek Revival houses. Its massing, with side-gable roof, is more typical of the Federal period, but it has corner pilasters, a full entablature, and pedimented gables. The main entry has full-length side lights and is topped by an entablature. The house was built by Franklin Hardwick, owner of a local granite business. The house was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1989.It was torn down by developers for profit despite its history. The city has claimed there was nothing that could be done as it was outside of the historical district.

Location

59--61 Spear St.
Quincy, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
42.25173, -71.00048

Categories

INDUSTRYCOMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENTARCHITECTURE
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Sources

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When was Hardwick House listed on the National Register?

Hardwick House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 19, 1989.

What type of historic resource is Hardwick House?

Hardwick House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Hardwick House?

The period of significance for Hardwick House is recorded as the industrial era.

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