Season 1, Episode 6-John Quincy Adams and Braintree/Quincy

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Season 1, Episode 6: John Quincy Adams and Braintree/Quincy

Back to Braintree for John Quincy Adam’s remarkable childhood and birthplace in Braintree/Quincy, Massachusetts. Listen as we explore John Quincy’s family life and early career, and what it was like to grow up in the shadow of his famous father!

The John Quincy Adams birthsite with the Adams National Historical Park.

Visual tour of the John Quincy Adams birthsite.

Make sure to listen to John Quincy Adams’ “Visiting the Presidents” Episode from Season 2, “John Quincy Adams and Peacefield” for his home!

Also, listen to John Quincy Adams’ “Visiting the Presidents” Episode from Season 3, “John Quincy Adams’ Tomb” for his gravesite!

From My June 2019 Visit!

John Quincy Adams birthplace!
Bookcase filled with Adams’ books.
In the parlor.
Young John Quincy.
John Quincy Adams birthplace.
John Quincy Adams birthplace!

From My July 2022 Visit!

John Quincy Adams birthplace
The John Quincy Adams birthplace
Front room with large fireplace
Living area
Living area from the other angle
Love the added space
Staircase
What a view!
The Declaration of Independence in the office
Law office
Formal office
Dining area
Library cabinet
Large oven
Between the John and John Quincy Adams birthplaces
The John and John Quincy Adams birthplaces
With the Adams’ birthplaces
Adams birthplaces.
John Quincy Adams portrait by George P.A. Healy.

John Quincy Adams Birthplace: 141 Franklin Street, Quincy, Massachusetts.

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