We will be closed for the July 4th holiday. The museum will reopen on Sunday the 5th at 10 AM.

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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.

Garden Camp

July 20, 2009
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Come learn about gardening in the Morris-Jumel Mansion's historic Colonial Sunken Garden. Participants will get to do hands-on planting and weeding, as well as, create a garden journal and complete various take home projects.

For ages 7-13 w...

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