Robinson House

Robinson House

The Robinson House was built on the site of the original settlement on Naaman's Creek in 1723. George Washington, General Anthony Wayne, the Marquis de Lafayette, and 'Light Horse' Harry Lee were all guests at the Robinson House.

Colonel Thomas Robinson was a famous leader in the American Revolutionary War. The Colonel inherited the home from his father, an Irish immigrant who purchased the house in 1740.

The Colonel's family sold the house in 1851, but by coincidence, another Robinson family bought the building in 1907.

The Robinson House is currently the home of the Claymont Historical Society, the Darley Society, and the Naamans Heritage Association.

Location

Naamans Rd & Philadelphia Pike
Claymont, New Castle County
Delaware, USA

Getting There

The Robinson House is located in Wilmington, Delaware, and is accessible by car, bus, and train.

By car: From the center of Wilmington, take Delaware Avenue south until you reach Adams Street. Turn right onto Adams Street, and then turn left onto Bancroft Parkway. Continue on Bancroft Parkway until you reach Rockford Road, then turn right onto Rockford Road. The Robinson House will be on your left.

By bus: You can take the DART First State bus Route 14 to the intersection of Rockford Road and Kentmere Parkway. From there, it's a short walk to the Robinson House.

By train: The closest train station to the Robinson House is the Wilmington Amtrak Station. From there, you can take a taxi or ride-sharing service to the Robinson House.

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