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Germantown White House (formerly Deshler-Morris House

The oldest official presidential residence, the Germantown White House, (Deshler-Morris House) twice sheltered George Washington. In October 1793, he found refuge during the Yellow Fever epidemic in Philadelphia. Continuing the business of government, he held four cabinet meetings here. The next summer, it was a welcome retreat for him and his family near Philadelphia, the Federal Capital.
 
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Deshler Morris House

Germantown White House (Deshler-Morris House) is closed for the season starting on November 1, 2011. The House will reopen in April.

Visit the house President Washington called home in 1793 & 1794.

See new interactive exhibits featuring Washington's family and household, including enslaved Africans. Glimpse into the private world of this very public man as you tour the oldest presidential residence in the United States.

The site address is 5442 Germantown Avenue.

Germantown White House wins Preservation Achievement Award from Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia


The Deshler-Morris House Passport Stamp is still available at the Independence Visitor Center, 6th & Market Streets.

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143 S. Third Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106

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(215) 965-2305

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(215) 861-4950

Climate

Four distinct seasons with moderately cold winter and hot, humid summer. January average temperature, 33 degrees Fahrenheit; July average temperature, 75 degrees; average yearly rainfall, 41 inches; normal seasonal snowfall, 21 inches.
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