National Register of Historic Places
Massachusetts Statehouse
Massachusetts Statehouse is a historic place in Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 66000771.
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Massachusetts Statehouse
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About this place
What is Massachusetts Statehouse?
The Massachusetts State House, also known as the Massachusetts Statehouse or the New State House, is the state capitol and seat of government for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, located in the Beacon Hill neighborhood of Boston. The building houses the Massachusetts General Court and the offices of the Governor of Massachusetts. The building, designed by architect Charles Bulfinch, was completed in January 1798 at a cost of $133,333, and has repeatedly been enlarged since. It is one of the oldest state capitols in current use. It is considered a masterpiece of Federal architecture and among Bulfinch's finest works, and was designated a National Historic Landmark for its architectural significance.
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Listing details
- Name
- Massachusetts Statehouse
- City
- Boston
- County
- Suffolk County
- State
- Massachusetts
- Listed on the National Register
- October 15, 1966
- NRIS reference number
- 66000771
- Resource type
- building
- National Historic Landmark
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 42.35828, -71.06407
When was Massachusetts Statehouse listed on the National Register?
Massachusetts Statehouse was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.
Where is Massachusetts Statehouse located?
Massachusetts Statehouse is located in Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts at approximately 42.35828, -71.06407. See the map above.
Is Massachusetts Statehouse a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. Massachusetts Statehouse is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.
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