Bronx mansion offers a glimpse into America's history ahead of 250th anniversary
The Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum, tucked inside Pelham Bay Park, gives people a glimpse into 19th-century life while highlighting the area's connection to the Revolutionary War.
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As the nation prepares to celebrate America's 250th birthday, one historic site in the Bronx is helping keep that history alive.
The Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum, tucked inside Pelham Bay Park, gives people a glimpse into 19th-century life while highlighting the area's connection to the Revolutionary War.
Museum educator Maxine Siegel says the Battle of Pelham, which occurred on the estate's grounds, played a key role in American history.
"The British were coming with about 800 ships and about 4,000 soldiers," Siegel said. "But 750 very brave patriots held them back."
The mansion, built in the 1830s, features Federal-style architecture on the exterior and Greek Revival design inside.
Visitors can explore historic furnishings, artifacts and exhibits that showcase daily life from centuries ago.
As part of the country's 250th anniversary celebrations, the museum will host a Star-Spangled Celebration on June 13. Siegel says the site remains a unique destination for history lovers.
"It's the only mansion left in this area," she said. "It's just a wonderful historic site to see."
The museum is open to the public on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
