Germantown White House
Germantown White House, Presidential residence in Germantown, Philadelphia, US
The mansion contains nine rooms across three stories, with the original four-room summer cottage from 1752 expanded twenty years later with additional sections.
President George Washington used this residence as a temporary refuge during the 1793 yellow fever epidemic that affected Philadelphia and its surrounding areas.
The house highlights the architectural transformation of colonial residences, from modest summer cottages to substantial mansions reflecting social status and wealth.
The National Park Service maintains the property at 5442 Germantown Avenue, offering seasonal guided tours without admission fees during summer months.
Both General William Howe and President George Washington occupied this residence, representing opposing forces during the American Revolutionary War.
Location: Pennsylvania
GPS coordinates: 40.03378,-75.17178
Latest update: May 16, 2025 17:30
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