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Lincoln, Gen. Benjamin, House

Lincoln, Gen. Benjamin, House is a historic place in Hingham, Plymouth County, Massachusetts, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on November 28, 1972, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 72001303.

Hingham, Plymouth County, MassachusettsListed November 28, 1972NRIS #72001303★ National Historic Landmark
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What is Lincoln, Gen. Benjamin, House?

The General Benjamin Lincoln House is a National Historic Landmark at 181 North Street in Hingham, Massachusetts, United States. It was the birthplace and principal residence of Continental Army Major General Benjamin Lincoln (1733–1810), a well-respected military leader of the American Revolutionary War. The earliest standing portion of the house likely was built in the 1720s, partly with reused earlier materials. The last major modifications to the house were probably undertaken by General Lincoln in the late 18th century.

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Listing details

Name
Lincoln, Gen. Benjamin, House
City
Hingham
County
Plymouth County
State
Massachusetts
Listed on the National Register
November 28, 1972
NRIS reference number
72001303
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
42.24298, -70.89236
When was Lincoln, Gen. Benjamin, House listed on the National Register?

Lincoln, Gen. Benjamin, House was added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 28, 1972.

Where is Lincoln, Gen. Benjamin, House located?

Lincoln, Gen. Benjamin, House is located in Hingham, Plymouth County, Massachusetts at approximately 42.24298, -70.89236. See the map above.

Is Lincoln, Gen. Benjamin, House a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Lincoln, Gen. Benjamin, House is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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