Speaker's House in Historic Trappe opens after 25-year restoration project

TRAPPE, Pa. (WPVI) -- The historic home of Frederick Muhlenberg, the country's first Speaker of the House, has been restored and reopened in Trappe, Pa.

The house recreates the living conditions of the prominent politician. Woodwork, paint and furniture have been carefully researched and used to decorate the quarters. There is a kitchen garden where heirloom vegetables are grown and used in the kitchen for demonstrations.

The space was on the verge of being demolished 25 years ago. Its history includes being used as a dormitory for Ursinus College, apartments and was abandoned before being saved by a local group.

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151 West Main Street, Trappe, PA 19426