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The Old Stone House
Historical Landmark in Washington, District of Columbia
The Old Stone House
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3051 M Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20007
202-426-6851
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The Old Stone House Description
Right in the heart of Georgetown stands the oldest building in Washington D.C. — the Old Stone House. Stop by for a quick tour and a perfect reminder of how ordinary Americans lived during colonial times. Inside you'll see a front room which, over the last few hundred years was used by different owners as a hat shop, a clockmaker's shop, and a tailor's shop. Upstairs there's a room with a Rumpelstiltskin-like spinning wheel. The top floor has a kid's room with samples of toys from the old days, and what was quite the luxury at the time — a built-in closet. Outside there's a lovely English-style garden perfect for a picnic or just running around. Be sure to check out our other Georgetown vacation ideas.
Historical Landmark
Kid Tips
School-Age Kids: School-age kids and teens will get a kick out of seeing an old house with low ceilings and no bathrooms! The tour is quick and self-guided so there's no chance of anyone getting bored.
Planning Notes
- Start at the Visitors Center. Find maps, guidebooks, exhibits, restrooms, and information services to find particular grave locations.
Just the Facts
Hours: Days and hours vary. Most days, the house is open from noon to five. The garden is open daily from dawn to dusk and is accessible through the gate on M Street.
Fees: Free
Recommended Time: Less than 1 hour
