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Hancock-Clarke House

189 Reviews

#1 of 20 things to do in Lexington

Historic Sites, History Museums, Sights & Landmarks, Museums

36 Hancock St, Lexington, MA 02420-3432

+1 781-861-0928

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“senior HS trip”

the actual house where John Hancock and Samuel Adams were when they were warned that the British... read more

Reviewed 23 January 2018

KWindham

Vinemont

“Rich historical house, well preserved, and great guides”

Neat historical site in and of itself; would be worth the trip on its own, but tie it to the... read more

Reviewed 17 November 2017

cptwomey

Carmel, California

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Hancock-Clarke House is closed for the season. It will re-open for tours in April 2018. The home of Lexington's first two ministers and the location where John Hancock and Sam Adams were staying on April 18, 1775. Paul Revere stopped here on his famous "Midnight Ride" to warn Hancock and Adams that British troops had left Boston.

4.5

189 reviews

Excellent72%
Very good22%
Average5%
Poor1%
Terrible0%

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Hours Today: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Suggested Duration: 1-2 hours

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36 Hancock St, Lexington, MA 02420-3432

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KWindham

Vinemont

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Reviewed 23 January 2018

senior HS trip

the actual house where John Hancock and Samuel Adams were when they were warned that the British were coming. A definite must if you are close along with Munroe Tavern and Buckman Tavern. You are definitely standing in the footsteps of American history

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cptwomey

Carmel, California

Reviewed 17 November 2017

Rich historical house, well preserved, and great guides

Neat historical site in and of itself; would be worth the trip on its own, but tie it to the BUckman tavern (Well designed exhibits making history accessible to modern kids!) for a great easy two-fer.

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Nancy N

Hudson, New Hampshire

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Reviewed 2 November 2017

Fabulous!

This was one of the best house tours I've taken in a long, long time. The guide was extremely knowledgeable and we learned a lot. I would highly recommend this tour if you are ever in Lexington, MA doing all the Battleroad sights. It's not...More

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Thank you for your recent visit to and review of Lexington Historical Society's Hancock-Clarke House. We are pleased to hear that you so thoroughly enjoyed your visit and found our staff so knowledgeable. We hope to see you again in the future!!!

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pritchke2012

New York City, New York

2123

Reviewed 24 October 2017

Interesting Historical House

The house is about a three block walk from the Lexington Visitors Center and the Lexington Green. First you see a movie about the events of the engagement at Lexington and Concord that sets the stage for the house tour. The guide was knowledgeable, friendly...More

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Thank you for your recent visit to and review of Lexington Historical Society's Hancock-Clarke House. We are thrilled to hear that you so thoroughly enjoyed your tour and found our staff not only knowledgeable, but friendly as well. We feel our friendly staff are one...More

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haveboozewilltravel

California

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Reviewed 22 October 2017 via mobile

Where John Hancock and Samuel Adams were staying as the Red Coats aproached

This was the house of John Hancock’s cousin Reverend Clarke and the place that John Hancock lived as a young boy. Both John Hancock and Samuel Adams were staying there (and sleeping in the same bed!) when Paul Revere barged in through the front door...More

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Connie M

Denton, Texas

5520

Reviewed 4 October 2017 via mobile

Best tour yet!

The short film was good, but the personal guide was amazing! She put it all in perspective and intertwined all the different characters of the time. We learned more in this visit than in any of the other historical homes we visited. You have to...More

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Thank you for recent visit to and review of Lexington Historical Society's Hancock-Clarke House. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed not only your tour, but your interactions with our wonderful guide staff. Once again, thank you for your visit and we look...More

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Joni B

West Fargo, United States

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Reviewed 1 October 2017

A piece of history.

Guided tour, guide knowledgeable. Very good information. It is an amazing and humbling thing to stand in the same room where great people in history made decisions that formed this country. They were very brave.

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viper19692

San Diego

9638

Reviewed 26 September 2017 via mobile

Wonderful Visit

We visited the Lexington area and decided to take in some history. The house was a very nice visit. Lots of information about the Revolution as well as the home specifically. Recommend to anyone who is interested in American history.

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jamaal823

Cheltenham, United Kingdom

7827

Reviewed 14 September 2017

Too much ancient history

I wanted to learn about John Hancock. I got a very long family history, great grandparents etc. The guide Judith was snappy with the visitors, quite rude to one man. I'd rather of looked at the house on my own.More

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Thank you for your recent visit to and review of Lexington Historical Society's Hancock-Clarke House. I am sorry to hear of your unpleasant experience and wanted you to know that we value all or of visitor's experiences and strive to ensure that all visitors enjoy...More

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signemspencer

Lexington, Massachusetts

Reviewed 7 September 2017

Interestung historical home

I went years ago and then again recently. IT is MUCH better now, both exteriir and interior re done to reflect the time of the Revolution. THe docent was super and had LOTS of interesting tidbits to share... really made the history come alive.More

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Thank you for your recent visit to and review of Lexington Historical Society's Hancock-Clarke House. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your return visit to the Hancock-Clarke House. As a Society, we are constantly researching the houses as well as the events...More

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