The arc of Provincetown's history is captured in this iconic homestead. For nearly 200 years 82 Commercial Street has participated in Provincetown's progression from a tiny fishing outpost to a prosperous whaling center to a hub of artistic and theatrical progress and now a bustling resort town. This book documents this house and neighborhood's journey as well as the home's current state. This snapshot of one home and its surroundings is a reflection of the changing tastes, economy and environment in Provincetown complete with photographs, surveys, floor plans and a genealogical history of ownership.