The Old Rectory 50 West New England Avenue Worthington, Ohio 43085-3536 (614) 885-1247 Fax: (614) 885-1040 Worthhsoc@aol.com

Library:  Open 1:30-4:00pm every first and third Wed. Special times for research can be scheduled by e-mailing the Haueisens  (preferred)  or phoning at (614) 846-6494.

The original building was completed in 1845 as a rectory for St. John's Episcopal Church. The Reverend R.S. Eliot and his family were the first of 15 rectors who lived in this residence for the next 80 years.

Originally located beside the church on the southeast corner of the Village Green, the house was moved to 7989 Hartford St. in 1924 where it served as a rental property and later as administrative offices for Worthington Schools. In 1978, the Worthington Historical Society acquired this property, moved it to its present location, and renovated it for use as their headquarters, Doll Museum and Gift Shop.

The Old Rectory is in the classic Greek revival style; it has a separate 'modern' addition to the north side. The interior woodwork and the cherry siding show the quality of the native lumber and the desire of the local 19th century native carpenters to make a beautiful home for their rector. Features include a cherry stairway and black walnut woodwork with crossettes and splayed bases suggesting Egyptian columns.