Friendship Hill National Historic Site

Home of a Founding Financial Genius Nestled on a scenic bluff overlooking the Monongahela River, Friendship Hill is the sprawling country estate of Albert Gallatin—a Swiss-born diplomat and political genius who, as the longest-serving U.S. Secretary of the Treasury, stabilized the nation's finances after the Revolutionary War and funded the Louisiana Purchase and Lewis & Clark Expedition. Though less famous than his contemporaries, his fiscal legacy is foundational to America's early growth. ✨ The Friendship Hill Experience: Explore the Manor: Tour Gallatin's beautifully preserved Federal-style brick home, filled with period furnishings and exhibits on his remarkable life and work. Walk Through History: Stroll the extensive grounds and network of trails that wind through forests and meadows, offering serene river views Gallatin himself cherished. Diplomat's Legacy: Learn about his crucial role in negotiating the Treaty of Ghent, which ended the War of 1812, and his founding of New York University. A Peaceful Retreat: The site feels wonderfully off the beaten path—a place for quiet reflection on the unsung architects of the American experiment. 📍 Location & Visitor Tips: 223 New Geneva Road, Point Marion, PA 15474 🚗 Located about 1.5 hours south of Pittsburgh in the scenic countryside near the West Virginia border. 🕐 Grounds are open daily from sunrise to sunset. The historic house has seasonal opening hours (typically Wednesday-Sunday, late spring through fall). 🎫 Admission is free. 🥾 Don't miss the river overlook trail behind the house for the best views. 📝 Short Social Media Caption: “Discovered the tranquil home of America's forgotten founding father at Friendship Hill. 💰📜 Albert Gallatin's financial genius built a nation, and his riverside estate is a hidden gem. #FriendshipHill #AlbertGallatin #NationalHistoricSite #USHistory #Pennsylvania #FoundingFathers #SecretaryOfTheTreasury #HistoricHome #RiverViews #PittsburghDayTrip