Webb Deane Stevens Museum — Attraction in Wethersfield

A great set of 18th C house museums telling the story of Revolutionary War era people from Wethersfield. Knowledgeable tour guide explained the lives of the residents and their political and economic activities, including slaveholding and slave trading as known. Learn about the story of Silas Deane, America's first diplomat, his wives, and children who lived here. The houses are carefully restored and filled with beautiful period furnishings, tools, and artifacts. One of the homes was restored by noted 20th C preservationist and colonial revival advocate Wallace Nutting. The garden is a treasure.

George Washington slept here while planning the final campaigns of the war with French allies Generals Rochembeau and Lafayette.

The entire Wethersfield area is the state's largest Historic and Cultural District, with many preserved homes and buildings open to the public, all telling the story of Colonial and Early American agriculture, fishing, and trading in Central Connecticut along the banks of the...

Just took a tour with Howard -lasted about 70 minutes, mostly because he was obviously a fount of knowledge - an amateur historian. One of those people you come across who are unassuming but brilliant jn a quiet way.

Anyway, if you like American history, this place is fascinating. Washington slept here. Met with Rochambeau (remember from Hamilton - we’ll rendezvous with Rochambeau - that guy) here. Silas Deane was also remarkable, and kind of screwed over by the factional infighting...

These houses are beautifully preserved on the main street of Old Wethersfield. The Webb house is filled with Webb family pieces and heirlooms. The Curator, Sol, is friendly, knowledgeable and full of fascinating stories. They displayed the Deane house as late 1700s Christmas, the Stevens house as late 1800s Christmas, and the Webb house c. 1930 Christmas. Wonderful tour and excellent quality items in the gift shop. Also great to stroll around Old...