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Carpenters' Hall Review

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Carpenters' Hall

Member Rating: *** 3.0 | Rate It

Fodor's Review:

This handsome, patterned red-and-black brick building dating from 1770 was the headquarters of the Carpenters' Company, a guild founded to support carpenters, who were both builders and architects in this era, and to aid their families. In September 1774 the First Continental Congress convened here and addressed a declaration of rights and grievances to King George III. Today re-creations of Colonial settings include original Windsor chairs and candle sconces and displays of 18th-century carpentry tools. The Carpenters' Company still owns and operates the building.

  • Cost: Free
  • Open: Jan. and Feb., Wed.-Sun. 10-4; Mar.-Dec., Tues.-Sun. 10-4

Member Reviews & Ratings:

Another nice historic building

Posted by bachslunch from US on 10/19/08
Basically just another nice historic building to check out while touring this area. Not more of a standout than others in the vicinity, but worth a look-see.

Experience: 3.0 Ease: 3.0 Value: 3.0 Don't Miss: 3.0 RATING: 3.0

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