The Henry Sleight House on Crown Street had been used for many purposes since it was built around 1695 , but by 1900 it was decrepit and in danger of demolition .
Historic preservation efforts in the Stockade began early in the 20th century .
The Henry Sleight House on Crown Street had been used for many purposes since Stockade was built around 1695 , but by 1900 it was decrepit and in danger of demolition .
Historic preservation efforts in the Stockade began early in the 20th century .