RT Friendship Hill National Historic Site

Federal-era estate featuring a preserved historic home, interpretive exhibits, and scenic trails through wooded landscapes overlooking the Monongahela River.

General Information

Hours:

Gallatin House Visitor Center: Daily 9am to 5pm (May–September), weekends only the rest of the year
Grounds: Open daily from sunrise to sunset
Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day, and Veterans Day

Fees:

Free admission year-round

Pet Policy:

Pets are allowed on trails and grounds if leashed (6 feet max) and under control; owners must clean up after pets

Closest cities with hotels:

Point Marion, PA (3 mi); Morgantown, WV (15 mi)

Seasons:

All year; best in spring and fall for mild weather and scenic foliage

Location:

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How to Get There

From Pittsburgh, PA (70 mi): Take I-79 S to Exit 14 for PA-21 E, then follow PA-166 S through Masontown to New Geneva Rd; the site is near Point Marion.

Overview

Friendship Hill National Historic Site preserves the estate of Albert Gallatin, the Swiss-born Secretary of the Treasury under Jefferson and Madison, on a bluff above the Monongahela River. His restored home combines the Brick House, Stone House, and Frame House, reflecting different periods of his life, with exhibits and an audio tour. The 661-acre park has more than ten miles of trails through forest and meadow with river-valley views.

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