John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site
As a boy, JFK’s parents never expected he 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.
By Subway: Take Green line ("C" -Cleveland Circle) trolley to Coolidge Corner stop. Walk four blocks north on Harvard Street, turn right on Beals Street and continue to number 83. By Car: From Exit 18 (I-90 E) or Exit 20 (1-90 W) follow the Allston/Brighton exit ramp, merge onto Cambridge Street and go one mile. At the fourth light, turn left on Harvard Street and proceed about one mile. Turn left on Beals Street and go to number 83. Limited Street Parking available.
- Guided Tours
- Junior Ranger Program
- Park Film
- Museum Exhibits
- Birthplace
- Immigration
- Monuments and Memorials
- Presidents
- Urban America
- Women's History
John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site
Photograph of the birthplace of John F. Kennedy on Beals st. in Brookline, MA
Nursery
The Kennedy christening gown on a stand next to the bassinet in which all the Kennedy children slept, at the John F. Kennedy National Historic Site.
Kennedy Dining Room
The dining table is set with the fine china and silver that Rose Kennedy received as a wedding present.