Deacon Thomas Kendall House

The Deacon Thomas Kendall House, located at One Prospect Street in Wakefield, Massachusetts, is a historic timber frame structure showcasing Federal architectural style, with elements that suggest parts of the house predate the Federal period. Believed to have been reconstructed after a fire in 1786 using salvaged materials, the house features a mix of exterior trim styles and colonial period window designs. Deacon Thomas Kendall, who lived from 1618 to 1681, was a prominent community figure, serving in various leadership roles and raising a large family. The house is listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1989, making it a notable site for tourists and researchers interested in early American history and architecture.