John E. Olcott House

The John E. Olcott House, located at 35–37 Central Street in Waltham, Massachusetts, is a historic brick structure built around 1837. This two-story house is a notable example of Federal style architecture, characterized by its simplicity and vernacular design. Originally constructed by bricklayer John Olcott, the house features five bays, a shallow-pitch hip roof, twin chimneys, and a distinctive enclosed entry vestibule. It was recognized for its historical significance and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1989, making it an interesting site for tourists and researchers interested in early American architecture.