George
Washington Birthplace National Monument
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The Memorial House and Colonial Kitchen were constructed in 1931 to recreate the home in which George Washington was born. Typical of a moderately wealthy planter of the 1730's, the buildings are not true replicas of the original Washington plantation. The reconstructed plantation does successfully depict the culture and social standing of the Washingtons during George Washington's youth. |
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The home in which George Washington was born, burned in 1779. The original foundation was rediscovered and excavated in 1936. Crushed oyster shells on the ground mark the location of the home and the size and shape of the foundation (above photo). |
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Official NPS website of George Washington Birthplace National Monument
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