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Building / Landmark
The Kennedy Family's Second Home
In 1920, the Kennedy family outgrew their first home at 83 Beals Street in Brookline and moved to this larger home just a few blocks away.
What does The Kennedy Family's Second Home reveal about the city?
In 1920, the Kennedy family outgrew their first home at 83 Beals Street in Brookline and moved to this larger home just a few blocks away.
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