Ebenezer Avery House
Ebenezer Avery House, Historic house museum in Groton, United States.
Description
The Ebenezer Avery House is an 18th-century dwelling located within Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park that has been outfitted with period furnishings and artifacts. The house operates as a museum presenting objects and details from colonial times in this region.
History
The house was used as a medical station in 1781 to treat wounded soldiers following an armed conflict in the area. This wartime role became a defining part of the building's history.
Culture
The house is named after its former resident and shows how local families lived during the 1700s with period furnishings that reflect daily routines. Walking through the rooms, visitors can see the objects and spaces that shaped everyday life for people of that era.
Practical
The museum is accessible during warmer months and is located within a larger historical park that offers additional attractions. Visitors should check specific visiting hours in advance and can explore the grounds on foot at a relaxed pace.
Did you know?
The house preserves personal belongings including a weapon that belonged to a former resident and directly connects to his involvement in local events. These artifacts give visitors a direct link to the individual stories of people from that era.
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