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Tour of the Madison / Bentley House

In Brookeville, MD

Join Olney Library for a very special opportunity to tour the Madison/Bentley House with local historian SANDRA HEILER.

SPACE IS VERY LIMITED; REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

AGES 12 AND UP. CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT.

Erected ca. 1796, the Federal style Madison/ Bentley House was the first substantial structure to be built in Brookeville. In 1814 it was the home of Caleb and Henrietta Bentley. Caleb was the town’s first postmaster and merchant, and the house includes a separate post office and store wing. On August 26, 1814, it was here that US President Madison and his advisors took refuge during the British Invasion of the nation’s capital. Tours will be offered on the hour; please register for the 2pm or 3pm time slot.

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Questions about this program? Contact the Olney Library at 240-773-9545.

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