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Old photos of the Pickering House
Some things have changed, others not at all. Each room represents 10 generations of the Pickering's changing taste and style.
c1865-1914
taken across the street by Frank Cousins, photographer, sometime between 1865-1914
Entry c1940s
photograph by Samuel Chamberlain.
Library c1940s
This room was one the Hall, the first of two rooms of the c1660 House. Many changes have turned it into the Library today. The desk was made by a 3rd generation Pickering, the framed needlepoints by the 5th and the timber on the ceiling is an original from 1660.
Library c1940s
The diamond needlepoint of the Pickering family crest is hung above Timothy Pickering's desk. A portion of the many books passed down to each generation are behind. Photograph by Samuel Chamberlain.
Parlor c1940s
The Parlor was added in the 1680s, intended as the nicest room in the home. A portrait of the 6th generation is hung next to the entry into the Victorian dining room. Photograph by Samuel Chamberlain.
Parlor c1940s
Portraits of Colonel Timothy Pickering and other generations hang in the nicest room in the home. Photograph by Samuel Chamberlain.
Dining Room c1940s
The dining room was added in the mid-1800s. The chairs were made by a third generation Pickering in 1725. Photograph by Samuel Chamberlain.
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