Waynesborough facts for kids
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 Location in Pennsylvania
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| Location | 2049 Waynesborough Road, Paoli, Pennsylvania |
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| Area | 14 acres (5.7 ha) |
| Built | 1724 |
| Architect | W. M. Wayne |
| Architectural style | Georgian |
| NRHP reference No. | 73001603 |
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| Added to NRHP | March 7, 1973 |
| Designated NHL | November 28, 1972 |
Waynesborough, also known as the Gen. Anthony Wayne House, is a special old house in Easttown Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1724 and grew bigger over time. For many years, it was the home of Anthony Wayne, a famous general from the American Revolutionary War.
Today, Waynesborough is a historic house museum. This means it's a place where you can visit and learn about history. It's also a National Historic Landmark, which shows how important it is to American history. The Philadelphia Society for the Preservation of Landmarks takes care of the house. They offer tours and you can even rent it for events.
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Exploring Waynesborough House
Waynesborough is about one mile south of Paoli. It's a stone house shaped like a "U". The main part of the house has two and a half stories and a sloped roof. It has five windows across the front, with the main door in the middle. The roof has windows that stick out, called dormers. There are also two stone chimneys.
Two lower parts of the house extend towards the back. The part on the left side is the oldest. It was built way back in 1724.
How the House Grew Over Time
The oldest part of Waynesborough was built by Anthony Wayne's grandfather, Captain W. M. Wayne, in 1724. Later, in 1765, Anthony Wayne's father made the house bigger. Another part was added in 1812.
Waynesborough was the birthplace of Anthony Wayne in 1745. It was his home for almost his entire life, except for the last five years.
Anthony Wayne: A Revolutionary War Hero
Anthony Wayne continued his family's farm and leather business at Waynesborough. He became involved in the fight for American independence very early on. This was during the American Revolution.
Wayne became a military leader and was known for his brave and sometimes risky plans. These actions earned him the nickname "Mad" Anthony. He was a very important general in the American Revolutionary War. He passed away in what is now Erie, Pennsylvania, while leading troops after another conflict called the Northwest Indian War.
Waynesborough Today: A Living Museum
The Waynesborough property stayed in Anthony Wayne's family until 1965. In 1980, it was given to a local group that wanted to protect old buildings. Now, the Philadelphia Society for the Preservation of Landmarks manages the house. You can visit Waynesborough for tours from mid-March through December, Thursday through Sunday.
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Waynesborough, front view, around 1919
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Waynesborough, back view in 1960
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