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August 31, 1979. The Jacob Purdy House was used as General George Washington's headquarters in 1778 and possibly in 1776 during the Battle of White Plains in the American Revolutionary War. Originally constructed by Samuel Horton, it was purchased by Jacob Purdy's father, Samuel Purdy in 1730.
Jacob Purdy House. 60 Park Ave. White Plains, NY 10603. United States. Get Directions. Website. The White Plains Historical Society. The Battle of White Plains was the last defeat General Washington suffered before he was forced out of the Colony of New York entirely.
Sep 17, 2011 · Jacob Purdy House (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also named Jacob Purdy House (a few steps from this marker); Cuba Free (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Center of Washington’s Army (approx. 0.4 miles away); American Red Cross in Westchester County (approx. 0.4 miles away); The Battle of White Plains ...
Jacob Purdy House. 60 Park Ave. White Plains, NY 10603-3528. Phone: (914) 328-1776. Visit Site. Details. Circa-1720 farmhouse was Washington’s base during Battle of White Plains. Open by appt. Request a Visitor's Guide. Circa-1720 farmhouse was Washington’s base during Battle of White Plains. Open by appt.
The Jacob Purdy House was used as General George Washington's headquarters in 1778 and possibly in 1776 during the Battle of White Plains in the American Revolutionary War. Originally constructed by Samuel Horton, it was purchased by Jacob Purdy's father, Samuel Purdy in 1730.
LOCATION: The park was developed by the City of White Plains to accommodate the relocation of the historic Jacob Purdy House. The house is used for historical programming and as headquarters of the White Plains Historical Society. Jacob Purdy Park, 1.37 acre park is located on Park Avenue south of its intersection with Kirby Terrace.
Jacob Purdy House. The Purdy House was built by Samuel Horton, an early settler, who remained in possession until after 1730, when Samuel Purdy purchased the house and 132 acres. Title see-sawed from Samuel to his son, Jacob, then back to Samuel, and finally to Jacob about 1785.
