Germantown White House, Presidential residence in Germantown, Philadelphia, US
Germantown White House is a former presidential residence in Germantown, a neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The property spans several floors and combines an older core from the mid-18th century with later additions.
A British general occupied the house during the War of Independence, before Washington used it years later during the yellow fever epidemic of 1793. This use made the building a temporary center of the young American government.
The name refers to George Washington's stay during an epidemic, when the building served as a temporary seat of government. Visitors today see rooms that show how a wealthy family lived and worked in the late 18th century.
The site is located on a main road in Germantown and is open for guided tours during the summer months. Admission is free, but opening hours change depending on the season.
The house changed sides during the war, passing from the British commander to the American presidency. This double occupation by opposing leaders is rare in American history.
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