There is a lot to discover and experience at the Allis-Bushnell House and Museum. This home, which is a cherished site in Madison, was built in 1785 and was the former home of two prominent Madison families – the Bushnell and Scranton families. What makes this museum special is the way it allows guests to experience five different periods starting from the colonial era up until the 1920s in just one historic location. It does this through rooms in the home’s lower levels, each of which brings a distinct period to live through architectural features, domestic tools, decorative pieces, artworks, and furniture to complete the experience. Hear stories from the museum’s incredible guides about what life was like in times like the Revolutionary War, the Colonial Revival, the Civil War era, and more. Be sure to stop by the Allis-Bushnell House Annex as well to see more artifacts including a collection connected to the USS Monitor.
853 Boston Post Road, Madison, Connecticut 06443, Phone: 203-245-4567
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