Troxell-Steckel House
Troxell-Steckel House, Colonial house in Egypt, Pennsylvania.
Description
The Troxell-Steckel House is a farmhouse built from fieldstone with a high gable roof, displaying Pennsylvania German architectural style. The property includes the main house, an original stone spring house, and a 19th-century barn arranged as a working homestead.
History
Johannes Peter Troxell built the house in 1756 as a private residence for his family. The property remained in private hands until the family donated it to the Lehigh County Historical Society in 1942.
Culture
The house displays furniture and everyday items from Pennsylvania German settlers of the 18th century. The collection shows how these families lived and organized their homes and daily routines.
Practical
The site operates as a farm museum with parking available for visitors. Its location near Egypt makes it accessible for those interested in exploring early American farming and rural domestic life.
Did you know?
The spring house on the property dates to the original household and was used to keep food cold in early America. This specialized building is a rare example of a preserved colonial-era outbuilding.
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