SPARKLE: Tour Brookeville’s “White House for a Day”
November 11 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
November 11, 2:00 p.m. and 3:15 entry times
205 Market Street, Brookeville, MD 20833
On August 26, 1814, as British troops burned the White House, President James Madison fled Washington and sought refuge in Brookeville, Maryland. For one extraordinary day, the small town became the temporary seat of the U.S. government!
Madison found sanctuary in the home of Caleb and Henrietta Bentley, now known as the Madison House or the “White House for a Day.” Join us for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour led by homeowner and historian Sandra Heiler. Discover the home’s remarkable history and the dramatic events that brought a president to Brookeville’s doorstep.
November 11, 2:00 p.m. and 3:15 entry times
205 Market Street, Brookeville, MD 20833
On August 26, 1814, as British troops burned the White House, President James Madison fled Washington and sought refuge in Brookeville, Maryland. For one extraordinary day, the small town became the temporary seat of the U.S. government!
Madison found sanctuary in the home of Caleb and Henrietta Bentley, now known as the Madison House or the “White House for a Day.” Join us for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour led by homeowner and historian Sandra Heiler. Discover the home’s remarkable history and the dramatic events that brought a president to Brookeville’s doorstep.
Space is limited! Register and specify entry time by emailing lisa@silverspringtowncenter.com.
SPARKLE is a monthly education series organized by Silver Spring Village and Silver Spring Town Center.
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