Drake House Museum — Attraction in Plainfield

Hey I didn't visit this place but I just want to make it clear this is not the rapper Drake's house. The owner of this house was not a kiddy diddler to my knowledge.

"Issac Drake built the home in 1746 for his son Nathaniel Drake on the Old York Road. The original home was a 1+1⁄2-story building with four rooms and a lean-to kitchen. George Washington stayed at the home during the Battle of Short Hills in 1777. John S. Harberger purchased the home in 1864 and remodeled the building. Harberger's additions to the building included a mansard roof, ballroom, a 3-story tower in the rear of the building and a turret on the side...

I have visited often, especially since I lived in Nathaniel Drake's brother's house, Joseph Drake at 746 Sampton Ave. South Plainfield for many years. This particular museum/home has so much history in it. Washington slept here, however, not known to many, he drank and had meetings with other ranking officers at my home which was...

Visited the Drake House Museum recently—charming historic spot with well-preserved rooms and engaging stories. The docent was friendly and passionate, making the tour informative without dragging. A cozy and insightful glimpse into...