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Old Stone House
National Park Service Site
Washington's oldest house and an excellent example of stone architecture, the Old Stone House in Georgetown is more than 230 years old. It was built in 1765 by Christopher Layman, a cabinet maker. The building served as a shop and residence for most of its existence. The ground floor has been used by a cabinet maker, a watchmaker, a printer, a cobbler, a tailor, a gunsmith, a painter, and a glazer. It was purchased by the National Park Service and opened to the public in 1960. The large garden with many perennial flowers common during the 18th century, is a popular meeting spot at lunchtime for Georgetown residents and visitors. Read Marisa B.'s review of Old Stone House Park on Yelp
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3051 M St. N.W.
Washington DC 20007
202-426-6851
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