Bathhouses weren’t designed for bathing
Despite the name, bathhouses weren’t exactly created for bathing. Rather, they served as a type of medicinal cure and a unique way for wealthy folks to relax and unwind after a tedious day. Many people, including the royal governor of Virginia, also used bathhouses to cool off on hot days during the summer.
The majority of these bathhouses closely resembled the ones used by the Romans a few centuries ago. By the mid 18th century, bathhouses were very much a part of the citizens’ everyday lives.
