Plainfield Halfway House, Hotel in den Vereinigten Staaten
The Plainfield Halfway House is a historic building in Plainfield, Illinois that originally served stagecoach travelers and operated as an inn. The structure visible today was expanded in 1836 and has retained much of its 19th-century appearance with original roofing and a small rear yard.
The building was first established in 1834 as a post office and stagecoach stop, then expanded in 1836 with an additional structure. It served as military headquarters during the Civil War era, and by the late 1800s became a private residence as railroad development changed travel patterns.
The Halfway House served as a gathering place where local people met for community events and shared news. Its name reflects its role as a stopping point on the travel route between Chicago and Ottawa.
The building is a private residence and not open to visitors, but its exterior can be viewed from the street. It is located just north of the Plainfield Historic District near downtown, where additional historic structures are worth exploring.
The building served as headquarters for the Plainfield Light Artillery during the Civil War era, showing its importance for local defense and organization. This military use is a surprisingly significant chapter in its history that visitors often overlook.
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