Tag: indoor plumbing history
1869 Hotel in Boston Becomes 1st to Have Indoor Plumbing
Why Does This 186 Nine Hotel Matter Today? Imagine checking into a luxury hotel in 1869 and finding running water in your room—a concept so radical, most people thought it was science fiction. Yet, one Boston hotel defied norms and installed indoor plumbing, becoming the first in the United States to do so. If you’ve…
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Did They Have Indoor Plumbing in the 1920s?
If you’ve ever watched a period drama set in the 1920s or restored an old house from that era, you might wonder: Did they have indoor plumbing in the 1920s? The short answer is yes—but not everywhere, and not for everyone. As a homeowner, history buff, or curious reader, understanding the reality of plumbing in…
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