Oliver Ellsworth Homestead, Windsor
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The Oliver Ellsworth Homestead, also known as Elmwood, is a historic house museum at 788 Palisado Avenue in Windsor, Connecticut. Built in 1781, it was the home of the American lawyer and politician Oliver Ellsworth until his death in 1807, and was designated a National Historic Landmark because of this association. Ellsworth helped draft the United States Constitution, served as the third Chief Justice of the United States, and was a United States Senator from Connecticut. The house is owned and maintained and operated as a museum by the Connecticut Daughters of the American Revolution, and is open for tours upon request. ()
Built: 1781 (243 years ago)Coordinates: 41°52'40"N, 72°37'31"W
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Oliver Ellsworth Homestead open?
Oliver Ellsworth Homestead is open:
- Monday 9 am - 10 am
- Tuesday closed
- Wednesday closed
- Thursday closed
- Friday closed
- Saturday closed
- Sunday closed
Which popular attractions are close to Oliver Ellsworth Homestead?
Nearby attractions include House at 736 Palisado Avenue, Windsor (2 min walk), Bissell Tavern-Bissell's Stage House, Windsor (17 min walk), Taylor Chapman House, Windsor (21 min walk).
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