WALT WHITMAN HOUSE

CAMDEN, NJ

The Walt Whitman House is a historic site situated in Camden, New Jersey. It was once the home of renowned American poet, Walt Whitman, from 1884 until his death in 1892. This house, which was built in 1848, is a two-story brick structure with a Greek Revival-style portico.

The house features a parlor, a dining room, a kitchen, and Whitman's bedroom, which has been preserved to appear as it did during his residency. Visitors can see his original furniture, personal belongings, and manuscripts. The house also has a small museum that contains Whitman's personal belongings, photographs, and other memorabilia.

In addition to the house and museum, the property has a beautiful garden that was restored to look as it did during Whitman's time. The garden features a variety of plants, trees, and flowers that Whitman would have enjoyed. The site also has a visitor's center, where visitors can learn about Whitman's life and legacy.

The Walt Whitman House is open to the public from Wednesday to Sunday and offers guided tours of the house and garden. It serves as a tribute to the life and work of one of America's most celebrated poets and a glimpse into life in the late 19th century.

WALT WHITMAN HOUSE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in CAMDEN NJ. US MID #8403400011

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

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WALT WHITMAN HOUSE
328 MICKLE BOULEVARD
CAMDEN
NJ
08103-1126

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