The Longfellow Castle

Built in the early 1950s, the Longfellow Castle still stands strong as a testament to its architects and builders. The design of this fortified structure is based on 9 th and 10 th century European styles with a goal to protect noble and royal persons, clergy, and the military. The earthen moat, stone keep, curtain wall, and crenellated battlements serve as beacon points for detecting intruders and defending those who reside within its walls as well as for aesthetic appeal. Scholars debate the scope of the Longfellow Castle’s origin but agree that it is a distinct settlement. The identity of the occupants and those who the castle was truly built to protect are only rumors that might or might not ever be confirmed.