"The home of Mr. and Mrs. D.J. Henderson, this early-18th century farmhouse has been faithfully restored by the couple over more than 20 years. The original portion of the house is believed to have been built around 1710 and enlarged four times over the centuries. It remained a possession of the Sydenham family until the 1920s and stands today as the oldest private home in Newark. George Washington is said to have considered using the house as his headquarters at one time. " - The City of Newark, New Jersey http://www.ci.newark.nj.us