Elisha Straight House facts for kids
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Elisha Straight House
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South profile and east elevation, 2008
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 Location in New York
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| Location | Hartford, NY |
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| Nearest city | Hudson Falls |
| Built | early 19th century |
| Architectural style | Colonial, Greek Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 04000986 |
| Added to NRHP | 2004 |
The Elisha Straight House, also known as the Hartford Museum, is a special red wooden house in Hartford, New York. It was built a long time ago, in the early 1800s. You can find it on Main Street, not far from New York State Route 149.
Today, this historic house is a local history museum. It helps people learn about the past of Hartford and the surrounding area. Because of its importance, the house was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2004.
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A House with History
The Elisha Straight House has seen many changes over the years. It was built when the United States was still quite new. The house shows styles from the Colonial and Greek Revival periods. These styles were popular for homes during that time.
A Role in the Civil War
During the American Civil War, which started in 1861, the Elisha Straight House played an important part. It became a place where local men could sign up to join the Union Army. Many people in the Hartford area strongly believed that slavery should be ended. This belief is called abolitionism. Because of these strong feelings, many men from the area were eager to serve in the war. The house helped them join the fight for freedom.
The Hartford Museum Today
After its important role in history, the Elisha Straight House became the Hartford Museum. It is a place where you can explore the history of the town. Museums like this help us understand how people lived in the past. They also show us the events that shaped our communities.
What is the National Register of Historic Places?
The National Register of Historic Places is an official list kept by the United States government. It includes buildings, sites, and objects that are important in American history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or culture. When a place is added to this list, it means it is recognized as special and worth protecting. The Elisha Straight House was added to this list in 2004, showing its value to the nation's history.
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The Elisha Straight House, also known as the Hartford Museum.
