George Washington's Headquarters (Cumberland, Maryland)

The centerpiece and primary attraction at the site is a historic log cabin twice occupied by George Washington, the first President of the United States of America.

The cabin was originally built by General Edward Braddock's men, between 1755 and 1758 for then Colonel George Washington's use during his service in the French and Indian War.

That survey A History of Cumberland, and its author, Will H. Lowdermilk are also cite the earliest documented modification of the original cabin, noting that it was at one point expanded to a one and half story dwelling.

According to A History of Cumberland, Judge Perry recognized and appreciated the buildings immense historical value and in an effort to preserve it, sold it to a close acquaintance; one George Blocher.

At some point the structure was purchased by local historian James Walter Thomas, reportedly with the intention of returning the cabin to its rightful, original place at the former site of Fort Cumberland.

Since its official public dedication the site has been under the stewardship of the local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, who in addition to hosting occasional events, have outfitted the cabin with period correct furniture, clothes, weapons and assorted relics.