This three-bay barn, built c.1740, sits on its original foundation. Its frame is made of wood that was readily available in the area during colonial times: hemlock, oak and eastern white pine. The frame was joined using techniques brought over from England by early settlers.
The Babson-Alling House was acquired by the Museum in 2019, having been in private ownership since its construction around 1740. While just 50 years separate the house from the nearby White-Ellery House, the Babson-Alling House exhibits a sense of refinement within its rooms that is absent in the earlier structure.
The White-Ellery House, built c.1710, has been owned by the Museum since 1947 and is one of just a handful of early eighteenth century structures in the region exhibiting much of its original interior detailing. This “saltbox” house features an integral lean-to roof that spans the length of the structure.
27 Pleasant Street
Gloucester, MA 01930
978-283-0455
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13 Poplar Street
Gloucester, MA 01930
Our CAM Green Campus is open seasonally beginning July 10th, Friday – Sunday.