Description of Mount Pleasant
Permanent ID:
3087Call number:
K: 2-16aImage Description:
Describes Mount Pleasant mansion, including General Washington's visit and stay at the house. The involvement of William MacPherson, the son of the mansion's owner, John MacPherson, with the Continental army is mentioned. Kennedy also describes Benedict Arnold's ownership of the mansion, and its confiscation after his treason was discovered.Address:
Fairmount Park, PhiladelphiaFormat:
ManuscriptsDimensions:
Width: 36 cm, Height: 27 cmCollection:
David J. Kennedy watercolorsRelated People or Organizations:
David Johnston Kennedy, 1816-1898 (creator)MacPherson, John (relates to)
Arnold, Benedict, 1741-1801 (relates to)
MacPherson, William (relates to)