Luther Burbank Birthplace

THF189115 / Luther Burbank Birthplace
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Artifact Overview

Luther Burbank (1849-1926), an American plant breeder, naturalist, and author, was especially noted for his experiments with plants, fruits, and vegetables. He was born in this house, built around 1800 and originally located in Lancaster, Massachusetts. Although he attended local schools there, much of his knowledge about nature and plant life came from reading books at the public library.

Artifact Details

Artifact

House

Date Made

circa 1820

Location

at Greenfield Village in Porches and Parlors District

Object ID

36.811.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Wood (Plant material)
Pine (Wood)
Plaster
Brick (Clay material)
Glass (Material)

Color

Red
Black (Color)
White (Color)

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