Valentine-Varian House, Colonial farmhouse in Norwood, The Bronx, United States
The Valentine-Varian House spans two floors with fieldstone walls, five bays, and a gable roof constructed from local pine and stone materials.
Built in 1758 by blacksmith Isaac Valentine, the house served as a strategic position for both British and American forces during the Revolutionary War.
The Museum of Bronx History operates within the house, presenting exhibitions that document the evolution and development of the borough through time.
Located at 3266 Bainbridge Avenue, the house welcomes visitors on Saturdays from 10 AM to 4 PM with guided tours available by appointment.
The structure maintains its position as the second oldest house and the last remaining colonial farmhouse along the former Boston Post Road in The Bronx.
Location: The Bronx
Inception: 1758
Address: 3266 Bainbridge Avenue, Norwood, Bronx, New York 10467, United States
GPS coordinates: 40.87645,-73.87950
Latest update: March 6, 2025 16:21
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