- Built
- c. 1865
- Style
- Second Empire Second Empire
- MACRIS
- NWB.530 ↗
History
This two-and-a-half-story house with a mansard roof was probably built about 1865. The building has suffered several alterations. Interesting features from the original construction period include the slate roof with its polychromy. The front entrance portico is Georgian in style and was probably added later.
In 1872, this property appears to have been owned by Henry W. Moulton. Moulton was a prominent community member. In 1857, he was one of the incorporators of the Mechanics Library Association, for the purpose of “promoting useful knowledge and more especially for the instruction and improvement of young men engaged in mechanical pursuits.” In 1865, Moulton served as a representative to the General Court of the State of Massachusetts.
This property was sold to Daniel T. Fish in 1872. His heirs subsequently sold it to Mary T. Savage in 1906.
Planning work on this building?
Reviews that may apply
Outside the historic district and the two overlays · Parcel 69-57-A/F · Zone R2B
Newburyport Historical Commission decides whether to impose a delay
Built c. 1865, so 75 or more years old: removing more than 25% of its exterior walls, changing the roofline (pitch, towers, cupolas, anything projecting above the roof), moving it, or adding a dormer that misses the setback and pitch rules is "demolition" under the demolition delay ordinance. The Commission holds a hearing within 30 days and may impose a delay of up to 18 months. Parts of the building documented as younger than 75 years are excluded on a written determination by the Zoning Administrator.
Code of Ordinances ch. 5 art. X, §§5-307–5-308 (June 2026) ↗
Zoning Administrator first stop
Every project starts with a zoning determination from the Zoning Administrator, which says which of these reviews apply and whether the work also needs zoning relief (a special permit for a non-conformity, or a variance). Fees, forms and filing deadlines are on the City’s site.
Not legal advice, not an official City publication, and not the position of the Historical Commission or any board. Says what the ordinances say as of September 30, 2026; the Zoning Administrator decides what applies. Boundaries: Merrimack Valley Planning Commission / City of Newburyport GIS (MIMAP); 1984 status from the National Register nomination's district data sheets. City's quick guide to the DCOD and demolition delay ↗ · Do I need approval? Project by project →
More photos
1 view · Biff Bouse
From the archive
1 item · maps, papers, old photographs
More built 1860–1900
Sources
- Massachusetts Cultural Resource Information System, NWB.530