John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site (U.S. National Park Service)

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John F. Kennedy Birthplace

John F. Kennedy NHS preserves the birthplace of America’s 35th president. In 1967, the president’s mother returned here, where Kennedy spent his boyhood, and restored the house to her recollection of its 1917 appearance. Each year, thousands of visitors join NPS staff to share Mrs. Kennedy’s memories in a tour of the house and neighborhood that, in her words, hold "many happy memories."

Commemoration of the 46th Anniversary of JFK Assassination

On Sunday, November 22, the National Park Service will open the site for the day in remembrance of President Kennedy on the 46th anniversary of his 1963 assassination. The site will be open from 10 am until 3 pm to the community and visitors with no admission charge.

In addition, National Park Service staff will hold a brief memorial ceremony outside the house at 12:00 noon that day. The public is invited to stop by to pay their respects. For further information, please call 617-566-7937 Monday through Friday.

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John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site
83 Beals Street
Brookline, Massachusetts 02446

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Visitor Information
(617) 566-7937

Fax
(617) 730-9884

Climate

New England enjoys four distinct seasons, and the weather is known for being highly variable. Summers can be pleasant or hot and humid, and winter can be moderate, or frigid and snowy. Dressing in layers is advisable, as the temperature can drop significantly from day to night, even in the summer, and breezes can be chilly.