The Wilson-Wodrow-Mytinger House in Romney, West Virginia, isn't your typical historical abode. The three-part complex, dating back to the 1740s and 1780s, is a treasure trove of narratives. A fellow named Colonel George William Wilson, a militia member during the French and Indian War, once called this place home. But ol' Colonel isn't the only yarn-spinner – even George Washington himself paid a visit back in 1770, spending the night in a rustic log cabin in the northeastern corner of the property.
And it's not just about the grand chronicles of American history, mate. The structure from the 1780s, where the local clerk used to work, was none other than the handywork of Andrew Wodrow – it's now officially recognized as the oldest surviving public office building in the state. The present-day kitchen building, dating to 1750, is the oldest part of the entire compound. With numerous transfers of ownership over the years, the historic house received a facelift in 1962, courtesy of Manning H. Williams. Today, this chronicle serves as a museum and crafts shop, offering a peek into yesteryear.
Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons
Written by Friendly Jane
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