Adams National Historical Park

The Birthplaces of John and John Quincy Adams sit right next to each other on Franklin Street.
From the sweet little farm at the foot of Penn’s Hill to the gentleman’s country estate at Peace field, Adams National Historical Park is the story of “heroes, statesmen, philosophers…and learned women” whose ideas and actions helped to transform thirteen disparate colonies into one united nation.
Map showing location of park.
Celebrate Independence Day at Adams National Historical Park
Join the National Park Service in celebrating the 4th of July at Adams National Historical Park with readings of the Declaration of Independence and at the United First Parish Church with a play featuring the letters between John Adams, Abigail Adams, and Thomas Jefferson.
Adams National Historical Park seeking Community Volunteer Ambassador for the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution
The National Park Service (NPS) is proud to announce an opening at Adams National Historical Park for Community Volunteer Ambassador (CVA).
A woman wearing 1700s-style clothing including a long dress, apron, and cap stands next to a historic desk and chair below a portrait of Abigail Adams in a historic room
Follow in Abigail Adams’s Footsteps during the Battle of Bunker Hill 250th Anniversary Event at Adams National Historical Park
Join the National Park Service at Adams National Historical Park on Saturday, June 14, for a special event following the footsteps of the Adams family as they witnessed the Battle of Bunker Hill 250 years ago during the American Revolution.
Mark a 250th Anniversary Milestone this National Park Week
This National Park Week, learn more about the American Revolution and our national parks with a series of child-friendly activities at the Adams National Historical Park Visitor Center.
Marking a 200th Anniversary Milestone with Kid-Friendly Presidents’ Day Activities
2025 marks 200 years since John Quincy Adams was sworn in as sixth President of the United States. This Presidents’ Day and February school vacation week, join the National Park Service in commemorating this milestone.
The Birthplaces of Presidents John Adams (right) and John Quincy Adams (left)
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A New England "salt-box" style home with wooden siding and trim.
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A New England "salt-box" style house with light gray siding and a beige door.
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A view of Old House at Peace field
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The Paneled Room located inside Old House at Peace field.
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The Stone Library located outside Old House at Peace field.
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A dark room with tiled floor, filled with chairs and desks, with books lining the walls.
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The gardens located at Old House at Peace field.
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