Jean Hasbrouck House facts for kids
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Jean Hasbrouck House
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U.S. National Historic Landmark District
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 Location in New York
Location in the United States
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| Location | Huguenot Street, New Paltz, New York |
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| Nearest city | Poughkeepsie |
| Area | less than one acre |
| Built | 1694; 1712 |
| Architectural style | Stone house |
| Part of | Huguenot Street Historic District (ID66000578) |
| NRHP reference No. | 67000016 |
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| Added to NRHP | December 24, 1967 |
| Designated NHL | December 24, 1967 |
| Designated NHLDCP | October 9, 1960 |
The Jean Hasbrouck House is a very old and special house located on Historic Huguenot Street in New Paltz, New York. Built in 1721, it is a fantastic example of early American architecture. This house shows what homes looked like when Dutch settlers first came to the area.
The Jean Hasbrouck House is so important that it's a National Historic Landmark. This means it's recognized as a place with great historical value to the United States. It's also part of a larger area called the Huguenot Street Historic District, which is also a National Historic Landmark.
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History of the Jean Hasbrouck House
The house was built in 1721. It was constructed by Jacob Hasbrouck, who was the son of Jean Hasbrouck. Some parts of the house might even include pieces from an older timber-framed home. That first home was built by Jean Hasbrouck around 1678 on the same spot.
The Hasbrouck family were Huguenots. This means they were French Protestants who had to leave France. They were looking for a place where they could practice their religion freely. They helped start the town of New Paltz. Their house is a great example of Hudson Valley Dutch architecture. It has been kept in excellent condition over the years. The house was officially recognized as a historic landmark in 1967.
What Makes the House Special?
The Jean Hasbrouck House has some really cool features. It has a wide hallway right in the middle. There's also a large attic space, which was originally used for storage. One unique part is the only original 18th-century jambless fireplace found in the houses on Historic Huguenot Street.
In 2006, the north wall of the house was carefully restored. During this work, new windows were put in. These windows look just like the old Dutch-style ones from centuries ago.
Life in the Hasbrouck House
This house was more than just a home for the Hasbrouck family. It also served as a store for the small village of New Paltz. Many people lived and worked in the house over the years.
Several generations of the Hasbrouck family called this house home. One famous family member was Josiah Hasbrouck. He became a politician and served in the U.S. Congress. This was during the time when Thomas Jefferson and James Madison were presidents. Josiah later built a large estate called Locust Lawn Estate not far from New Paltz.
The House Today
The Jean Hasbrouck House was bought in 1899 by an organization. Today, this group is known as Historic Huguenot Street. Since then, the house has been used as a museum.
If you want to learn more, you can take a guided tour of the house. Tours are available to the public by appointment. It's a great way to step back in time and see what life was like long ago!
