Square Tavern facts for kids
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Square Tavern
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Square Tavern, November 2015
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 Location in Pennsylvania
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| Location | Newtown Street Rd. and Goshen Rd., Newtown Township, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
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| Area | 3 acres (1.2 ha) |
| Built | 1742 |
| Built by | Elliot, Francis |
| NRHP reference No. | 84003353 |
| Added to NRHP | September 7, 1984 |
The Square Tavern is a very old building in Newtown Township, Pennsylvania. It's also known by other names like the John West House. This historic American tavern was once the childhood home of a famous painter named Benjamin West. He was known for painting important events from the 1700s in America.
The Square Tavern was officially added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. This means it's a special place worth protecting.
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Exploring the Square Tavern's History
The first part of this historic building was finished in 1742. It was a brick building with two and a half stories. It had a pointed roof and was about 32 feet wide and 28 feet deep.
Changes Over Time
A small, two-story kitchen was added to the building before 1798. Later, this kitchen was replaced with a larger two-story section. However, during a restoration project in 1981, this newer section was removed. The goal was to make the building look exactly as it did in 1742.
What is the Square Tavern Today?
Today, the Square Tavern is a museum. It also serves as the home for the Delaware County Tourist Bureau. Visitors can learn about its past and explore its historic rooms.
Gallery
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View from the southeast
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View from the south
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View from the southwest
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View from the northwest
