Homewood Museum, Federal mansion in Johns Hopkins University, US.
Homewood Museum is a two-story mansion with a central block, four columns, and symmetrical wings connected by covered walkways. The house sits on the Johns Hopkins University campus.
Charles Carroll of Carrollton gave the estate to his son in 1800, who completed construction in 1806. The project cost significantly more than originally planned.
The house displays Federal architecture with Georgian design elements that reflect English influences. Visitors can see these details throughout the rooms and on the exterior.
The museum offers guided tours through the house and educational programs for different groups. Visitors can combine it with other university museums located nearby.
The original estate had formal gardens extending northward that included an old brick structure at their far end. This garden layout is still visible on the grounds today.
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