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Abbot Hall and its collection
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Abbot Hall, located at 188 Washington Street, Marblehead, Massachusetts, serves dual roles as a town hall and a historical museum. It is open to visitors throughout the year, although the operating hours are limited during the colder months.
Historical Significance of Abbot Hall
Abbot Hall, built in 1876 and designed in the Romanesque style by Lord & Fuller architects, is recognized for its historical significance. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and contributes to the historic district in which it is located.
Historical Artifacts at Abbot Hall
As a museum, Abbot Hall houses a variety of historical artifacts. These include the original 'The Spirit of '76' by Archibald MacNeal Willard, the 1684 deed to Marblehead signed by descendants of Wenepoykin, a bust of native son and U.S. vice president Elbridge Gerry, a painting depicting Marbleheaders rowing George Washington across the Delaware River during the American Revolutionary War, a painting by primitivist J.O.J. Frost, among others.
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