Post Office 01880 (Wakefield, Massachusetts)
Title: "Benjamin Franklin"
Artist: Fortunato Tarquinia
Year: 1936
It is one of two marble reliefs on the front (outdoor) façade of the Wakefield post office.
Built in 1936, this Classical Revival post office was designed by Edward M. Bridge. The edifice was individually listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1987. It also contributes to Wakefield's Common District, which was listed in 1990.
Wakefield, Massachusetts is a charming suburban town located in eastern Middlesex County to the northwest of Boston.
Post Office 01880 (Wakefield, Massachusetts)
Title: "Benjamin Franklin"
Artist: Fortunato Tarquinia
Year: 1936
It is one of two marble reliefs on the front (outdoor) façade of the Wakefield post office.
Built in 1936, this Classical Revival post office was designed by Edward M. Bridge. The edifice was individually listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1987. It also contributes to Wakefield's Common District, which was listed in 1990.
Wakefield, Massachusetts is a charming suburban town located in eastern Middlesex County to the northwest of Boston.