Washington's Headquarters in Manhattan? That's right! Morris-Jumel Mansion, Manhattan's oldest house, was headquarters to General Washington in September and October of 1776. After Washington's departure, the Mansion played host to a succession of British and Hessian military leaders, served briefly as an inn for weary travelers, and finally returned to its role as country house. And that's just the beginning of the fascinating history of this stately mansion built on a hilltop in 1765. Check out our history to learn more. | |
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Morris-Jumel Concert EventOctober 18, 2008
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Rebecca Pechefsky will present a recital of dazzling works for solo harpsichord, including pieces by Bach, Haydn, Scarlatti, and the New York premiere of Graham Lynch's "Petenera," a suite of pieces inspired by Lorca poetry and a 2008 Alienor competi... |
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