The Schuyler-Hamilton House
The Schuyler-Hamilton House, also known as the Jabez Campfield House, was built in 1760 on the eastern edge of the small village of Morristown. In 1765, a young doctor, Jabez Campfield, purchased the attractive four-bedroom home. He and his bride, Sarah Ward, lived in the house for fifty-six years, until 1821. Dr. Campfield served as a surgeon during the Revolutionary War. During the winter of 1779-80, Dr. Campfield's house served as the home for Dr. John Cochran, who was assigned to General Washington.
When Mrs. Cochran became aware that Alexander Hamilton was stationed at General Washington's headquarters, only a quarter mile away, she invited Elizabeth to spend the winter with her.
Very soon, Alexander and Betsy began courting, often in the Campfield House.
By April they had reached an “understanding.” They married at Betsy's home in Albany, New York, in December 1780.
Dr. Campfield's house was purchased by the Morristown Chapter, NSDAR, in 1923. Chapter members decided to name their new chapter house in honor of Betsy Schuyler and Alexander Hamilton.
When Mrs. Cochran became aware that Alexander Hamilton was stationed at General Washington's headquarters, only a quarter mile away, she invited Elizabeth to spend the winter with her.
Very soon, Alexander and Betsy began courting, often in the Campfield House.
By April they had reached an “understanding.” They married at Betsy's home in Albany, New York, in December 1780.
Dr. Campfield's house was purchased by the Morristown Chapter, NSDAR, in 1923. Chapter members decided to name their new chapter house in honor of Betsy Schuyler and Alexander Hamilton.
The Schuyler-Hamilton House is located at 5 Olyphant Place, Morristown, New Jersey, 07960.
The hours are 1-4 p.m. every Sunday excluding scheduled special events.
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The hours are 1-4 p.m. every Sunday excluding scheduled special events.
For appointments and more information
Contact Us
Tours may be arranged for groups of 10 or more.
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