Trout Hall

Trout Hall is a stone mansion located at 414 West Hamilton Street featuring Georgian architectural design and colonial-era construction methods. The preserved interior includes period-appropriate furnishings and original design details that reflect 18th-century building practices.

James Allen, son of Allentown founder William Allen, constructed the mansion between 1768 and 1770 as his summer residence while managing local affairs. The structure was built during a period of growing prosperity in the region and reflects the prominence of prominent colonial families.

The building houses the Lehigh County Historical Society, presenting exhibits about early colonial Pennsylvania and the lives of founding families. Visitors encounter artifacts that reflect the region's role in early American settlement and development.

The mansion is open to visitors who can explore the preserved rooms and learn about its history. The location on West Hamilton Street places it within walking distance of downtown Allentown, making it easy to reach.

The name originates from the abundance of trout that once populated the adjacent waters during the colonial era. Today this natural connection is less obvious, but it reveals how early inhabitants named their properties based on the surrounding landscape.

Location: Pennsylvania

GPS coordinates: 40.60250,-75.46389

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:05