Quincy Market, South Market Street, Boston, Suffolk County, MA

Significance: Quincy Market is of major architectural significance for three reasons. First, it is a notable example of a large public market house constructed in the Greek Revival style. Secondly, it illustrates one of the major structural innovations of the period. Third, this was one of the most impressive and large-scale urban developments in the United States during the first half of the 19th century.

Unprocessed Field note material exists for this structure: FN-345

Unprocessed Field note material exists for this structure: FN-345

Survey number: HABS MA-1166

Building/structure dates: 1826 Initial Construction

National Register of Historic Places NRIS Number: 66000784

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1933 - 1970

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