Pittsfield in Berkshire County, Massachusetts — The American Northeast (New England)

Peace Party House

Photographed By Michael Herrick, July 2, 2015

1. Peace Party House Marker

Inscription. Peace Party House Built by Col. James Easton in 1776 on the site in front of the court house Home of John Chandler Williams in 1782 and moved to its present location in 1869 Here in November, 1783 a brilliant party and a notable feast were given to the citizens of Pittsfield, in celebration of the Peace of Paris between England and The Colonies which was signed on September 3rd 1783 Erected by Peace Party Chapter
October Eighth 1926

Erected 1926 by Peace Party Chapter, D.A.R.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Revolutionary. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution series list. A significant historical date for this entry is September 3, 1783.

Location. 42° 26.874′ N, 73° 15.164′ W. Marker is in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, in Berkshire County. Marker is at the intersection of East Street (Massachusetts Route 9) and North Street (Massachusetts Route 9), on the right when traveling east on East Street. Located in front of Berkshire County Superior Court Building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 76 East Street, Pittsfield MA 01201, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Henry Shaw Briggs (here, next to this marker); Splitter (a few steps from this marker);

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Francis Joseph Quirico Court Complex (within shouting distance of this marker); Elkanah Watson (within shouting distance of this marker); Mr. and Mrs. John Chandler Williams (within shouting distance of this marker); Berkshire County Vietnam War Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Pittsfield Elm Tree (within shouting distance of this marker); First Agricultural Fair (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Pittsfield.

Photographed By Michael Herrick, July 2, 2015

2. Peace Party House Marker

Photographed By Michael Herrick, July 2, 2015

3. Peace Party House Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on July 10, 2015, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 593 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 10, 2015, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.