Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens, Colonial house museum in Wilmington, United States.
The Burgwin-Wright House is a colonial residence in Wilmington filled with furniture and objects from the 18th and 19th centuries. The property spans two acres and includes a detached kitchen building and seven distinct garden areas.
The house was built in 1770 on the foundation of a former jail from 1744. Merchant John Burgwin owned it first, then Joshua Grainger Wright purchased it in 1799.
The rooms display furniture and objects that reflect the daily life and social customs of colonial-era inhabitants. You can see how people lived and what mattered to them in their homes.
Visitors can explore the house Monday through Saturday with guided tours. The property can also be reserved for private events and weddings.
The basement preserves original stone walls and cells from when the building served as the city jail. These spaces offer a direct view into the site's former purpose.
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