Shippen Manor, Georgian manor in Oxford Township, US
Description
Shippen Manor is a stone house built in 1755 and now operates as a museum in Oxford Township. The structure features thick stone walls, multiple fireplaces, and rooms arranged across several levels including ground floor spaces, upper chambers, and finished attic rooms.
History
The manor was built in 1755 for two brothers of the Shippen family who operated a major iron works nearby. Its creation was tied to the industrial growth of the region.
Culture
The manor operates as a museum and shows how wealthy families lived during the colonial period. Visitors walk through rooms furnished with pieces from that era to understand daily life.
Practical
The building sits on Belvidere Avenue and is easily accessible when visiting Oxford Township. It is managed by a local cultural program and offers guided tours through the various rooms.
Did you know?
The east side of the house shows the basement area fully visible from the outside, which was unusual for its time and reveals the building method used. This design allows visitors today to see how the stone structure was actually built.
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