Joseph Priestley House, Historical museum in Northumberland, US
The Joseph Priestley House exhibits a two-and-half story central section with laboratory and kitchen wings, featuring Federal style architectural elements and balustrades.
After relocating from Britain in 1794, scientist Joseph Priestley resided in this Pennsylvania house from 1798 until his death in 1804.
The museum displays the scientific instruments, personal items, and library collection that belonged to Joseph Priestley during his years in America.
The museum opens Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, with admission fees ranging from 4 dollars for children to 8 dollars for adults.
The laboratory wing contains the exact space where Priestley conducted his final experiments, maintaining many original architectural features from the 1790s.
Location: Northumberland
Inception: 1790s
Architectural style: Georgian architecture, Federal architecture
Address: 472 Priestley Avenue
GPS coordinates: 40.89030,-76.79000
Latest update: May 13, 2025 19:27
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