Van Cortlandt House Museum
Van Cortlandt House Museum, Georgian colonial mansion in Van Cortlandt Park, The Bronx, US.
Description
Van Cortlandt House Museum is a colonial mansion with stone walls and symmetrical windows, built in 1749. The two-story building with a basement shows the architectural style of that period with multiple fireplaces throughout its rooms.
History
The house was built in 1749 and served both sides during the American Revolution as a strategic location. Its elevated position in the park made it valuable to both British and Continental Army forces.
Culture
The house shows how wealthy merchant families lived and arranged their homes in the 1700s. The displayed furniture and objects reveal the daily habits and tastes of that era.
Practical
Access is on foot through Van Cortlandt Park, and the rooms are preserved in their original state with old stairs and low doorways. It is wise to wear comfortable shoes and allow time to explore the different levels.
Did you know?
The basement kitchen holds the original cooking fireplace and Dutch tiles that tell the story of the family's roots. These details bring to life the heritage of this early New York family.
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