Publication

1977 - Boston Landmarks Commission, Boston, Massachusetts

Language

English

Word Count

12,000 words, Guess

Page Count

48 pages

Identifiers

Classifications

  • LCCF73.37 .B64x no. 7

Description

...Reports on a property located at 990-1020 Centre Street in Boston's Jamica Plain neighborhood overlooking the Arnold Arboretum; includes description of the property which was originally an estate consisting of 7 buildings (including the 1875 J. Gardiner Weld house), dates of construction, architect (when known), its historic and architectural significance, assessed value and ownership status; provides information on the area (historic and current), reviews current planning issues and makes recommendations; also includes a copy of the Commission's "Standards and Criteria" applicable to the historic preservation of this landmark property which was a medical treatment center that embodied progressive ideals and methods and opened in 1880; a copy of this item was in the BRA collection...

Subjects

Topics

Adams-Nervine Asylum (Boston, Mass.)

Series Statement

  • Boston Landmarks Commission report -- 7

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