Morris-Jumel Mansion is an engaging look at the history of Manhattans oldest residence. Built by Roger Morris in 1765 as a summer estate; it has truly been a witness to history throughout the last 250 years. Located in the upper Manhattan neighborhood of Washington Heights; the mansion sits on a large hill; with sweeping views of both the East and Hudson Rivers. George Washington strategically located his headquarters here during the fall of 1776; but the Jumels; who made the house their home from 1810 to 1895; left the most indelible mark. In 1904; the residence became a museum; thanks to the Daughters of the American Revolution; who saved the house and allowed it to grow with the changing neighborhood. Today; this landmark is a symbol of both the long history of the city and the contemporary face of its now diverse neighborhood.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Such a beautiful book accidentally bought it twice lots of good tips ...By Marie McculloughSuch a beautiful book accidentally bought it twice lots of good tips beautiful watercolor paintings reminds me of Matisse in looseness and color and design Love it if you want to learn this beautiful freeing style this is the book for you!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Four StarsBy Joshua HawkinsI like the inside page .its beautiful.6 of 7 people found the following review helpful. Wonderful! Chock-full of pictures!By subieEvery page is a thrill of lovely bright color. This book is filled with good advice and inspiration. The illustrations are amazingly diverse - many different pictures. usually (as opposed to 3 or 4 successive shots of the same picture at different stages).
