Poplar Hill Mansion
Poplar Hill Mansion, Federal-style mansion in Salisbury, Maryland.
Description
Poplar Hill Mansion is a Federal-style residence in Salisbury, Maryland, notable for its tall proportions, gable-fronted facade, and large sash windows set symmetrically across two stories. The interior features detailed woodwork and period-appropriate spaces that reflect the home of an affluent early American family.
History
The mansion was begun in 1795 by Major Levin Handy and completed in 1805 by Dr. John Huston, who then converted it into Salisbury's first hospital. The property later came under the ownership of Sarah Huston, who enslaved eighteen individuals there in 1828.
Culture
The mansion presents exhibits about Dr. Huston's medical practice, the lives of enslaved individuals, and the social dynamics of early American society.
Practical
The mansion offers guided tours that allow visitors to walk through original rooms and see period furnishings and architectural details up close. The building is located downtown and can be explored room by room to understand how the space was organized and used.
Did you know?
The property includes the documented history of eighteen enslaved individuals who lived and worked at the mansion during Sarah Huston's ownership in 1828.
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