East Hampton’s Oldest House Saved from Demolition

EAST HAMPTON, CT- After what looked like a bleak future for what is believed to be the oldest house in town, the Appollas Arnold House has been saved from demolition.

Unofficial town historian Jay Hansen has purchased the house and intends to turn it into a museum for East Hampton memorabilia, artifacts and archive material. According to the house’s Facebook page, Hansen is a "preservation-minded" buyer who decisively stepped forward to ensure its preservation.

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“Just think,” the post, written on the Fourth of July, said, “the Arnold House was likely standing on this day in 1776 while the Declaration of Independence was adopted by the Continental Congress.”

Hansen will retain and restore the character defining features of thouse, much of which is in remarkably original condition. The post thanked all who helped save the house from demolition.

Image via Apollas Arnold House Facebook page.