Commandant’s House
The oldest
building in the yard, this elegant mansion, completed in 1805, was the
home of commandants of the navy yard and the First Naval District. It served
as both a private home and a place for official entertainment. Dinners
and receptions for dignitaries included 19th century galas for two presidents,
emphasizing the high social status of the commandant.
Hours: Please call the Visitor Information Center at (617)242-5601 for tour information.
Enter through Gate 4.
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