Rock Creek Park - Old Stone House

Old Stone House

The Old Stone House, the oldest building in Washington, DC, is a simple 18th century dwelling. The house itself is a popular museum showcasing the everyday life of middle class colonists. It was purchased by the federal government in 1953 and has been open to the public since the 1960s.

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