Built 1782 Opened 1782 Part of Federal Street District Architect Samuel McIntire | NRHP Reference # 83000576 Architectural style Federal architecture Added to NRHP 1983 | |
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Location 138 Federal St., Salem, Massachusetts Similar Yin Yu Tang House, Peabody Essex Museum, Phillips Library, Crowninshield‑Bentley House, Gardiner‑Pingree House | ||
Located in Salem, Massachusetts and owned by the Peabody Essex Museum the Cotting-Smith Assembly House was built in 1782 and is located at 138 Federal Street in the Federal Street District. Built as a Federalist Clubhouse in which balls, concerts, lectures, and other events might be held. George Washington attended a dance here. The original architect is unknown, but the house was later remodeled by Samuel McIntire for use as a private residence. The house is in the Federal style and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The building can be rented for special events.
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