Oldest House in the USA 🏚️🇺🇸

Located right next to the oldest church in the U.S.—San Miguel Chapel—this historic spot is now part tourist shop, part time capsule. When you walk in, you’ll find a souvenir store up front. Turn left, and you step into the actual ancient house 🕰️. I was curious—why is the “oldest house” here in Santa Fe, not in one of the older East Coast towns? Then it hit me: maybe older houses existed but didn’t survive, so this one takes the title by default! Built in 1646, this house dates back to the Spanish colonial era—long before the Mexican-American War or New Mexico’s statehood. So calling it the “oldest house in the USA” is a bit of a stretch… but hey, history is messy! 📜 It’s a quick stop—more for the bragging rights than deep sightseeing. Perfect for a photo 📸, but don’t expect a full museum experience. #SantaFe #HistoricLandmarks #OldestHouse #USHistory #TravelGram #ExploreAmerica #CulturalHeritage #HiddenGems #HistoryLovers #RoadTripGoals