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Friendship Hill National Historic SiteThe well and Stone House were added to Friendship Hill in the 1825
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Who was Albert Gallatin?

Albert Gallatin is best remembered for his thirteen year tenure as Secretary of the Treasury during the Jefferson and Madison administrations. In that time he reduced the national debt, purchased the Louisiana Territory and funded the Lewis & Clark exploration. Gallatin's accomplishments and contributions are highlighted in his restored country estate, Friendship Hill.
 
Line of walkers going up a hill at Friendship Hill during wildflower walk.

Things to Do

Friendship Hill offers activities for the history buff and the outdoor enthusiast.
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Arlington house furniture in Stone House parlor at Friendship Hill

Arlington House Furniture

Arlington House, the Robert E. Lee Memorial in Virginia is undergoing restoration. Museum items and furnishings, including personal items and books are displayed at the Gallatin house at Friendship Hill while the work is progressing.
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Friendship Hill NHS
1 Washington Parkway
Farmington, PA 15437

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Phone

Headquarters (Fort Necessity)
(724) 329-5512

Friendship Hill Visitor Center
(724) 725-9190

Fax

(724) 725-1999

Climate

In summer it is generally warm, often humid with cool mornings and evenings. In winter it is generally cold with snow possible from November through April. Layered clothing is recommended.
Albert Gallatin  

Did You Know?
Albert Gallatin was Secretary of Treasury from 1801 until 1814. He was offered the post again by President Madison in 1816. He declined because he thought the job required "an active young man." He felt this even more strongly in 1843, when at age 83, he was offered the post by President Tyler.
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Last Updated: August 09, 2007 at 14:44 EST