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. | |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Battle of Harlem HeightsSeptember 18, 2010
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Celebrate the first victory of the Revolutionary War. Special guests from Scribble Town will host a crafts table. It’s the organization dedicated to helping kids learn through art. Participants can create a colonial history scroll, use a quill pen an... |
|
See more events... |
|
|
