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John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site
National Historic Site · MA
JFK’s parents never expected that their second son would grow up to be president. 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.
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Tours by appointment unavailable on certain dates in November - January
Tours by appointment are not available on the following dates: November: 25-27 December: 24-25, 31 January: 1
Entrance Fees
This park is fee-free.
Things to Do
Watch "The Shaping of a President, The First Home of John F. Kennedy"
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 understanding of the formative influences that shaped the boy who became president. Available in English, Spanish, Japanese, Portuguese, German, Russian, and French.
Visitor Centers
- Visitor Center
Source: National Park Service.