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JFK’s parents never expected that their second son would grow up to be president.
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Yet in his birthplace home he learned values that inspired a life in public service. His mother, Rose Kennedy, recreated her family’s first home to share her memories of those early years with visitors.
We commemorate not only his early life, but the ideas and principles he left behind.
Tours by appointment are not available on the following dates: November: 6-13, 25-27 December: 24-25, 31 January: 1-8
Until further notice, the landscape will have limited accessibility on Mondays and Tuesdays due to a painting project. Visitors will not be able to access the side or back of the building. The site is regularly closed on these days.
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Watch "The Shaping of a President, The First Home of John F. Kennedy," the site film for John Fitzgerald Kennedy NHS. The film explains the historical significance of the site and provides an…
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Visitor Center
The John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site visitor center is located in the basement of the historic home. During the open season, it provides visitor…
83 Beals Street, Brookline, MA (617) 566-7937 Directions
Today: Closed · Operating Hours
Hours for the visitor center and house at John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site vary by season. The grounds are open year-round, dawn to dusk. The site is currently closed for the off season. During the off season, late-October through late-May, the house and visitor center are closed to the public, with tours available Wednesdays and Fridays, by appointment, with at least two weeks advanced notice. In the open season, late-May through late-October, the site is open Thursdays through Sundays.
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 10:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Friday | 10:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Saturday | 10:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Sunday | 10:00AM - 5:00PM |
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Typical New England Weather: Warm, humid summers and cold winters. Any available outdoor programs take place rain or shine but may be modified or canceled due to high heat index.
By Subway: Take Green line ("C" -Cleveland Circle) trolley to Coolidge Corner stop. Walk four blocks north on Harvard Street, turn right on Beals Street and continue to number 83.
By Car: From Exit 18 (I-90 E) or Exit 20 (1-90 W) follow the Allston/Brighton exit ramp, merge onto Cambridge Street and go one mile. At the fourth light, turn left on Harvard Street and proceed about one mile. Turn left on Beals Street and go to number 83. Limited Street Parking available.
Mailing address: 83 Beals Street, Brookline, MA 02446
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