Barns-Brinton House facts for kids
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Barns-Brinton House
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Originally the front of the Barns-Brinton House, this became the rear when U.S. Route 1 was moved behind it.
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 Location in Pennsylvania
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| Location | East of Hamorton on U.S. Route 1, Pennsbury Township, Pennsylvania |
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| Area | 1.5 acres (0.61 ha) |
| Built | 1714 |
| NRHP reference No. | 71000692 |
| Added to NRHP | May 27, 1971 |
The Barns-Brinton House is a historic brick house located in Pennsbury Township, Pennsylvania, between the towns of Hamorton and Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1714 by William Barns. He ran it as a tavern, which was a place for travelers to eat, drink, and stay, from 1722 until he died in 1731. This important house was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1971, recognizing its special historical value.
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A Glimpse into History
The Barns-Brinton House has a long and interesting story. William Barns built the house in 1714. He opened it as a tavern in 1722, serving people who traveled through the area. After William Barns passed away in 1731, the property was sold to new owners.
The Revolutionary War Connection
One of the later owners was James Brinton. He owned the house during a very important time in American history: the American Revolutionary War. In 1777, the house was near the path of British troops, led by General Wilhelm von Knyphausen, who were marching towards the Battle of Brandywine. This battle was a major event in the war, and the house stood witness to those historic movements.
From Family Home to Museum
The Barns-Brinton House stayed in the Brinton family until 1859. After that, it had several different owners over the years. In 1969, the Chadds Ford Historical Society bought the property. They worked hard to restore the house, bringing it back to how it looked in earlier times. Because of its historical importance, the house was officially added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1971.
Visiting the House Today
Today, the Barns-Brinton House is owned and managed by the Chadds Ford Historical Society. They operate it as a historic house museum. This means visitors can explore the house and learn about what life was like in the 1700s. The society also manages another historic site nearby, the John Chads House.
