White Roses

Abigail Adams's York Roses

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Quick Facts

Location:

Quincy, MA

Significance:

Rose bush planted by Abigail Adams in 1788.

Abigail Adams brought these White Roses of York to Quincy (then Braintree) from England. They were planted in 1788. Abigail’s great-grandson, Brooks Adams, moved the roses to this location where they continue to thrive.  The roses bloom to this day, using the same original root system, around mid-June. Abigail had also brought with her some Red Roses of Lancaster which unfortunately died many years ago.