The 1787 gravesite of Thomas Cresap overlooks the Lock 70 level of the canal on land later owned by the Ginevan family. In 1878 the family built an impressive brick Victorian home, which still stands on the property. Cresap's "fort" was most likely located in this area of Oldtown.
Milepost 166.7
Photo Credit: C&O Canal National Historical Park
