Edmund Kimball

The Federal-style, three-story home on 8 Washington Square was built for sea-captain John Cross in 1803. Cross purchased the land with funds accumulated from his successful career working under the Hooper family. However, Cross, along with his entire crew, died at sea while aboard his ship The Traveller. His remaining family reportedly abandoned the home upon learning of … [Read more...] about Historic Building of The Week: 8 Washington Square