Omni Parker House
Omni Parker House[edit | edit source]
The Omni Parker House is a historic hotel located in downtown Boston, Massachusetts. It is recognized as the longest continuously operating hotel in the United States. The hotel is notable for its significant contributions to American culinary history, its association with famous personalities, and its role in political history.
History[edit | edit source]
The Omni Parker House was established by Harvey D. Parker in 1855. The original building was replaced in 1927 by the current structure, which stands 14 stories high. The hotel has been part of the Omni Hotels chain since 1996.
Culinary Contributions[edit | edit source]
The Omni Parker House is famous for its culinary contributions, particularly the Boston Cream Pie and the Parker House Roll. Both of these dishes were created in the hotel's kitchen and have since become staples in American cuisine.
Famous Guests and Employees[edit | edit source]
The hotel has hosted numerous famous guests over the years, including Charles Dickens, who lived at the hotel for two years. It has also been the workplace of several notable individuals, such as Ho Chi Minh, who worked as a baker, and Malcolm X, who was a busboy.
Political Significance[edit | edit source]
The Omni Parker House has been a favorite meeting place for politicians, including John F. Kennedy, who announced his candidacy for U.S. Congress at the hotel and also proposed to Jacqueline Kennedy there.
See Also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- Omni Parker House. (n.d.). In Wikipedia. Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Omni_Parker_House
- Omni Hotels & Resorts. (n.d.). In Wikipedia. Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Omni_Hotels_%26_Resorts
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