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William E.B. Du Bois Boyhood Homesite

Great Barrington, Massachusetts • Berkshire County

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About This Property

Source: AI GeneratedNational Historic Landmark

The William E.B. Du Bois Boyhood Homesite in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, marks the childhood residence of the influential African American scholar, activist, and writer.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Site
Acreage
5
Listed Date
5/11/1976
Other Names
Not specified

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Black; Literature; Education; Religion; Social History
Periods of Significance
1850 Ad - 1899 Ad
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Level - International
No
Level - National
Yes
Level - State
No
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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