Oliver Cromwell's House facts for kids
Oliver Cromwell's House in Ely, Cambridgeshire, England, was once the family home of Oliver Cromwell. This historic house has parts that are very old, with the kitchen dating back to around 1215. Today, it is a popular place for visitors to learn about Cromwell's life and the history of England.
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What is Oliver Cromwell's House?
Oliver Cromwell's House is a special building in Ely, Cambridgeshire. It was the home of Oliver Cromwell and his family for many years. The house is quite old, with some parts built in the 13th century.
For a long time, the house was used as a vicarage. This means it was the home for the vicar, who is a type of church leader, from St Mary's Church next door. This continued until 1986.
In 1988, the City of Ely Council bought the house. They decided to turn it into a place where people could visit and learn. It opened as a tourist attraction in 1990. The house has been carefully updated to look like it did when Cromwell lived there.
A Unique Historical Home
This house is very important because it is one of only two homes of Oliver Cromwell that still exist today. The other is the grand Hampton Court Palace. This makes the Ely house a rare chance to see where a powerful historical figure lived his daily life.
The house now has a new exhibition about the English Civil War. This was a major conflict in England's history. The exhibition uses interactive displays to help visitors understand what life was like during that time. It shows how the house might have looked and felt during Cromwell's time.
Who Was Oliver Cromwell?
Oliver Cromwell was a very important figure in English history. He lived from 1599 to 1658. Cromwell became a military and political leader during the English Civil War.
After the war, he became the "Lord Protector" of England, Scotland, and Ireland. This was a bit like being a ruler, but not a king. He played a key role in shaping England during the 17th century. His home in Ely gives us a peek into his early life.
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Cromwell's House, Ely (June 2007)
