President's House, Historic mansion at Market Street, Philadelphia, US.
Description
The President's House is a federal mansion at Market Street in Philadelphia where early executive leadership resided during the nation's first capital transition. The site displays the uncovered archaeological foundations and provides information about this important location in early American history.
History
The mansion served from 1790 to 1800 as the residence for Presidents George Washington and John Adams while Philadelphia temporarily held the role of national capital. The building was eventually demolished, but the underground remains became a crucial historical record.
Culture
The site honors the lives of nine enslaved Africans who labored in the household during Washington's time through video presentations and displays. Their stories reveal the human experiences often hidden from historical accounts of early presidential life.
Practical
The site is accessible daily without entry fees and features barrier-free infrastructure for exploration. The best time to visit is during early morning or late afternoon hours when crowds are smaller.
Did you know?
Excavations in the early 2000s revealed the original kitchen and showed how enslaved people worked there daily. These archaeological finds made it possible to document previously hidden aspects of household operations and the lived experiences of these individuals.
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