New Bedford in Bristol County, Massachusetts — The American Northeast (New England)
Andrew Robeson House
circa 1821
Photographed by Adam Margolis, September 15, 2025
1. Andrew Robeson House Marker
This 550-ton brick and stone mansion was rescued by WHALE to prevent its demolition and moved to its present site during the blizzard of 1978. Designed in the Federal style, the residence is an outstanding example of New Bedford's prosperity during the golden age of whaling.
Building the Future on the Best of the Past
Erected by Waterfront Historic Area League.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings.
Location. 41° 38.127′ N, 70° 55.446′ W. Marker is in New Bedford, Massachusetts, in Bristol County. It is at the intersection of William Street and N 2nd Street, on the right when traveling east on William Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 32 William Street, New Bedford MA 02740, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the South Coast. It is also in the American Northeast, in New England, and on the Eastern Seaboard. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically,
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: A different marker also named The Andrew Robeson House (here, next to this marker); Signs of the Time (a few steps from this marker); U.S. Custom House-Customary Duty (a few steps from this marker); New Bedford Institution for Savings Bank (a few steps from this marker); New Bedford Historic District (within shouting distance of this marker); Civil Wars First Black Regiment (within shouting distance of this marker); The Mariner's Home (within shouting distance of this marker); Heroes of Fort Wagner (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in New Bedford.
Also see . . .
1. Waterfront Historic Area League. (Submitted on December 18, 2025, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)
2. Waterfront Historic Area League (Wikipedia). (Submitted on December 18, 2025, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)
Photographed by Adam Margolis, September 15, 2025
2. Andrew Robeson House
Credits. This page was last revised on December 18, 2025. It was originally submitted on December 12, 2025, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California. This page has been viewed 60 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 12, 2025, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California. • Michael Herrick was the editor who published this page.
