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~ Boston's Old Corner Bookstore, located at 283 Washington Street, has been recognized as a significant landmark both locally and nationally. As the oldest commercial building in the city, it holds historical value for its role in the publishing industry during the nineteenth century.
Ticknor and Fields, a prominent book publisher at the time, called this building home and published works from some of the most renowned American and British writers of that era. From Tennyson to Dickens, Hawthorne to Emerson, Thoreau to Longfellow, and even Harriet Beecher Stowe, their contributions to literature were made possible by Ticknor and Fields' innovative business practices that revolutionized the publishing industry.
But beyond its literary significance, the corner of Washington and School Streets was a bustling hub for Boston's literary community for many years. The Old Corner Bookstore was occupied by booksellers and publishers from 1828 to 1903, while the adjacent Cunningham House at 277 Washington Street served as a home for similar businesses until the 1880s.
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Aside from its historical and cultural importance, both buildings also hold architectural significance as rare examples of residential Georgian architecture in downtown Boston. While this style was prevalent during the colonial period between 1700-1780, very few examples remain in cities like Boston that experienced rapid growth during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. The Old Corner Bookstore and Cunningham House are among the oldest brick buildings in Boston and have undergone various changes over time while still retaining many defining features of Georgian architecture.
In light of its significance, there have been discussions about designating these buildings as landmarks. If designated, guidelines outlined in the study report will be used by the Commission to review any proposed changes to ensure that their historic integrity is preserved.
The public is invited to provide feedback on this potential landmark designation through a written feedback form or by attending a public hearing on May 13th, 2025. The hearing notice will be posted on the Commission's website at least ten days in advance. As these buildings hold a special place in Boston's history, it is important to protect and preserve them for future generations to appreciate.
Ticknor and Fields, a prominent book publisher at the time, called this building home and published works from some of the most renowned American and British writers of that era. From Tennyson to Dickens, Hawthorne to Emerson, Thoreau to Longfellow, and even Harriet Beecher Stowe, their contributions to literature were made possible by Ticknor and Fields' innovative business practices that revolutionized the publishing industry.
But beyond its literary significance, the corner of Washington and School Streets was a bustling hub for Boston's literary community for many years. The Old Corner Bookstore was occupied by booksellers and publishers from 1828 to 1903, while the adjacent Cunningham House at 277 Washington Street served as a home for similar businesses until the 1880s.
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Aside from its historical and cultural importance, both buildings also hold architectural significance as rare examples of residential Georgian architecture in downtown Boston. While this style was prevalent during the colonial period between 1700-1780, very few examples remain in cities like Boston that experienced rapid growth during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. The Old Corner Bookstore and Cunningham House are among the oldest brick buildings in Boston and have undergone various changes over time while still retaining many defining features of Georgian architecture.
In light of its significance, there have been discussions about designating these buildings as landmarks. If designated, guidelines outlined in the study report will be used by the Commission to review any proposed changes to ensure that their historic integrity is preserved.
The public is invited to provide feedback on this potential landmark designation through a written feedback form or by attending a public hearing on May 13th, 2025. The hearing notice will be posted on the Commission's website at least ten days in advance. As these buildings hold a special place in Boston's history, it is important to protect and preserve them for future generations to appreciate.
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