The Castle, History museum in Marietta, United States.
The Castle is a Gothic Revival house built in 1855 that now operates as a museum open to the public. The rooms display original furnishings and objects that reflect how the residents who lived here occupied their daily lives.
The property originated as a pottery factory established in 1808, making it an early industrial site in the Northwest Territory. Later the location was converted into a residential house that sheltered several prominent families over the generations.
The house displays how affluent residents lived in the 1800s through period furnishings and personal belongings arranged in each room. Visitors can see how daily routines and social life took place within these walls.
Guided tours throughout the year help visitors understand the architectural details and the purpose of each room in the building. Plan to spend enough time to observe the objects and displays at your own pace without rushing.
Only five families lived in this house from 1808 to 1974, including lawyers, bankers, and even a President Pro Tem of the Ohio Senate. This small number of residents over more than a century makes it special, as each family left their own mark on the community.
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