Arnold Arboretum - 163 Walter Street
Address163, Walter Street, Roslindale, MA, United States of America, 02131
Site Number135
Building Root Number
00026
Architect (Original)
Little & Russell, Architects
Constructed
1921
Building Acquired 1921
Building Acquired 1921
StatusActive
Site Name HistoryThe site is named after its address. The Arnold Arboretum is named in honor of James Arnold, a merchant from New Bedford, Massachusetts, who died in 1868 leaving a bequest to be devoted to the advancement of agriculture or horticulture.Historical NotesDesigned by Little & Russell Architects and built in 1921 with a garage addition in 1952, the house at 163 Walter Street is a residential house occupied by tenant residents.Additional Information
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