The George Washington House is a historic plantation house in St. Michael, Barbados, and a museum about the island's past. The address places it at Bush Hill, in The Garrison area, and it is also known as Bush Hill House. Its listing describes it under the United States, Minnesota heading, but the house itself stands in Barbados.
Why it matters
The house is where a young George Washington stayed in 1751. The museum presents this as his only trip outside North America, which makes the building a point of connection between the American founder and the Caribbean island. Visitors interested in how the wider Atlantic world shaped colonial life will find the story a useful starting point.
What to see
- The house itself, a plantation-era building preserved as a museum
- Exhibits showcasing Barbadian history
- Period artifacts displayed throughout the house
- Original tunnels on the site
Planning your visit
The museum suits anyone curious about the history of Barbados and its plantation past, as well as visitors tracing Washington's travels. Because the facts available here do not list opening hours or admission details, it is worth contacting the museum directly before you go. The listed telephone number is +1-246-228-5461.
St. Michael is the parish that includes Bridgetown, the island's capital, so the house can be combined easily with a wider day exploring the city and its surroundings.