Joseph Temple House

The Joseph Temple House, located in Reading, Massachusetts, is a historic Second Empire wood-frame house built in 1872 by Joseph Temple, a notable necktie manufacturer. This architectural gem features a distinctive mansard roof, decorative brackets, and a charming porch with turned posts. The house is situated in a residential area and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. It reflects the rich industrial history of Reading, particularly the local necktie production that flourished in the early 20th century.