PHS Meeting and House Tour

Sunday, May 19 at 3pm

On Sunday, May 19th we are touring two early Plainfield houses across the street from one another on Rt. 12A. Kingsbury Tavern (now Higgins) and the former Quimby/Horne house (now Gruntmanis). Although built less than 20 years apart, each house is constructed differently and has it's own very unique features. Kingsbury Tavern, built in 1803, has a beautifully paneled living room and two rooms with James Gilkey carvings. It has 7 fireplaces and still has its original ballroom on the second floor. There are many ghost stories associated with the tavern, and the Higgins will share their own incredible ghost experiences!

The ell of the Gruntmanis house was likely built c. 1780, with the front of the house added c. 1815-1820. It also has Gilkey carvings, and has been decorated with a unique and modern aesthetic.

This is a PHS members only event. If you're currently a member, you will receive a mailing from us in the next day or two with details about the tour. If you're interested in touring these houses, but aren't a member, please join the PHS by going to our website at www.phsnh.org. Basic membership is just $15.

Email janekate@aol.com with any questions and/or to RSVP. We are asking for reservations for this event.



Our meeting will start at 3pm at the historical society, and then we will move up the hill to explore these two houses.