Homes of America’s Founders

• Many of America’s founders were exceedingly wealthy, owning stately manors and massive plantations.

• Here’s a list of the founders homes, located in New York City, Philadelphia, and Virginia.

George Washington’s Mount Vernon (Virginia)

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George Washington’s Townhouse in Old Town, Virginia

Replica of Washington's Town House.

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Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello (Virginia)

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James Madison’s Montpelier (Virginia)

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Benjamin Franklin’s House (Philadelphia)

A sculpture outlining the one-time location of Ben Franklin’s Philadelphia home. / A sculpture outlining the one-time location of Ben Franklin’s Philadelphia home.

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Hamilton Grange (New York City)

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