The Rev. George B. hitchcock House
Welcome to the Reverend George B. Hitchcock House A site on the Underground Railroad
Facts
Built in 1856
Rev. Hitchcock oversaw the building of this Federal Style home, using locally sourced sandstone, limestone, walnut, & oak. Much of the home is original. The House is now a living history museum.
A National Historic Landmark
The House earned the distinction of being a National Historic Landmark in 2006. The House is also on the Register of National Historic Places, & a site on the National Park Service Network to Freedom.
>>>Please NO videotaping tours.
Photos are permitted inside & outside
Echoes of the past
Visitors can enter into the basement through the same door that freedom seekers would have used.
Open for tours May 2-September 15 in 2026
Guided tours are given daily starting at 1pm and last tour starting at 4:15. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays.
Opening day for 2026 is May 2. Last day is September 15.
**CLOSED ON MOTHER"S DAY, FATHER'S DAY & JULY 4th**