The three story red-brick home was built in 1867 for Congressman & C & O Canal president Josiah H. Gordon. Elizabeth (Humbird) Roberts later purchased the mansion for her husband and family, who would go on to live at 218 Washington St and thereabouts for years. In 1954, the mansion was sold by a Roberts relation to The Allegany County Historical Society to be used in the "preservation of local hi
story." Over the years the house was called The Roberts-Millholland House and then became known as "History House". Eventually the mansion was renamed The Gordon-Roberts House for the respective families who resided within and today operates as an historic house museum where guests of all ages experience what living in the late 1800's in The Queen City was like. In addition, the museum is a perfect spot for weddings, showers and private celebrations. The Gordon-Roberts House remains the headquarters of The Allegany County Historical Society, today a non-profit organization working to promote history and education through special programs, unique trunk shows and field trips tailored to students and educators needs. The ACHS enjoys working relationships with public, private and homeschool groups in Allegany, Bedford and Mineral County. The house that was once known as History House has become just that- the house where history lives. Stop by and see!
*Occasionally, the Gordon-Roberts House holds private events during which the museum is closed the public. Please contact the museum at 301-777-8678 to confirm current operating hours.
