National Register of Historic Places

Espy House

Espy House is a historic place in Bedford, Bedford County, Pennsylvania, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on November 19, 1974, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 74001750.

Bedford, Bedford County, PennsylvaniaListed November 19, 1974NRIS #74001750★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Espy House?

The David Espy House is a historic house at 123 East Pitt Street in Bedford, Pennsylvania. Built in 1770, it is significant as the residence used by President George Washington when he was leading the troops that put down the Whiskey Rebellion in 1794. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1983. The house is now used for commercial purposes.

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Listing details

Name
Espy House
City
Bedford
County
Bedford County
Listed on the National Register
November 19, 1974
NRIS reference number
74001750
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
40.01931, -78.50294
When was Espy House listed on the National Register?

Espy House was added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 19, 1974.

Where is Espy House located?

Espy House is located in Bedford, Bedford County, Pennsylvania at approximately 40.01931, -78.50294. See the map above.

Is Espy House a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Espy House is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.