Federal Barn facts for kids
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Federal Barn
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Federal Barn, January 2010
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 Location in Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Location | Off Pennsylvania Route 252, Tredyffrin Township, Pennsylvania |
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| Area | 2.7 acres (1.1 ha) |
| Built | 1792, c. 1840 |
| Built by | Moor, Jonathan; Hamer, John |
| NRHP reference No. | 80003469 |
| Added to NRHP | February 8, 1980 |
The Federal Barn, also known as the barn at Cressbrook Farm, is a very old and important building located in Tredyffrin Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania. It's not just any barn; it's a special historic landmark!
Discovering the Federal Barn
This unique barn was built in two main parts. The first part is very old, dating back to 1792. Can you imagine, that's over 200 years ago! The second part was added later, around 1840.
The Federal Barn is a two-story building with six sections, which are called "bays." It's a special kind of barn known as a Pennsylvania bank barn. This type of barn is built into the side of a hill or "bank." This design allows easy access to both levels.
The barn is made from strong fieldstone (stones found in fields) and wood. It has a classic sloped roof, called a gable roof. The barn stands about 150 feet away from the main Cressbrook Farm house.
Why is This Barn Special?
The Federal Barn is considered so important that it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980. This list includes buildings, sites, and objects that are important to American history. Being on this list helps protect the barn and makes sure it can be enjoyed for many more years.
