NJ, USA
William Trent House (Trent House Museum)
Historic House
The William Trent House, built in 1719, is the oldest building in Trenton and is named after the city's founder, William Trent. During the Revolution, the house served as the residence of Dr. William Bryant and was in the vicinity of the fighting on December 26, 1776.
What Happened Here
William Trent, a wealthy Philadelphia merchant, established his plantation and built this brick house on the banks of the Delaware River in 1719. The settlement that grew around it took his name. By the time of the Revolution, the house had passed through several owners and was located at the southern edge of the town, near the Assunpink Creek. The house survived the battles of 1776-1777 and was later acquired by the city of Trenton for preservation as a museum.
Visiting Today
Address
15 Market Street, Trenton, NJ 08611
Hours
Wednesday-Saturday 12:30pm-4pm
Admission
$5 adults, $3 seniors/students
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