
What is recorded here
This green commemorative plaque records: The Ancient House A merchant built this house in about 1490. The large amount of visible and carved woodwork was a sign of his wealth and status. In 1921 the house was given to the town by Prince Frederick Duleep Singh (1868-1926) to be used as a museum. Recorded plaque organisation: Thetford Town Council.
The Ancient House, built around 1490, exemplifies medieval merchant architecture through its extensive woodwork, reflecting the owner's wealth and status. In 1921, Prince Frederick Duleep Singh donated the house to the town to serve as a museum, preserving its historical significance.
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Photo: Stanley Howe on Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0