The Kaufman House
The Kaufman House is currently used as a space for programs, trainings, and birthday parties. There is little historic documentation available on the Kaufman House and the exact date of construction is unknown. Census reviews of the early 20th century have yielded little information; however, it is presumed that Adam Diehl, Jr. lived here around 1873.
The Kaufman House was constructed on a raised stone foundation comprised of local limestone. The 2 story dwelling is covered with wood German wood siding. Evidence suggests that the hand hewn logs used to construct the building were originally part of an earlier structure. Original tenons and notching can be seen on the walls from the interior (Sager 2005).
The National Park Service, working in cooperation with Frederick County Parks, renovated the log cabin in the summer of 2006 with completion in 2007. Included in this renovation was a new roof, new flooring on the first floor and new windows. The crew meticulously used historical records in order to preserve the authenticity of the structure.