Parker House (Haven Street, Reading, Massachusetts)

The Parker House is a historic two-story wood-frame cottage located in Reading, Massachusetts, showcasing a unique blend of Queen Anne and Stick architectural styles. Notable for its well-preserved features, the house includes a front-facing gable roof, clapboard siding, and a charming wraparound porch supported by distinctive basket-handle brackets. Its decorative front gable end features Stick style woodwork that resembles half-timbering, making it an intriguing site for architecture enthusiasts and tourists alike. The house was recognized for its historical significance and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984.