Sally's bedchamber
This elegant bedchamber on the front of the house belonged to Mrs. Otis. It was a very comfortable room, but not nearly as fancy as the entertaining rooms in the house. Because it was not primarily a public room, its decoration is less opulent. As all bed chambers in the Federal era, this room was used for both sleeping and washing. There was no indoor plumbing at this time; bedrooms were furnished with washstands and chamber pots. The Otis servants took care of the family and their needs. The room also served another purpose; during the day, this chamber was probably used as an informal sitting room, where Mrs. Otis could receive close women friends and relatives for visits, and have meals.
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