Conrad Shindler House

The Conrad Shindler House is located on West German Street and displays architectural features from the late 18th century with stone walls and period details. The building has been preserved and now contains collections and research materials focused on Civil War history.

The house was built around 1795 and changed owners several times before Conrad Shindler purchased it in 1815. Its transformation in the 20th century into a research center reflects changing views about how to preserve and study regional history.

The house now serves as a center for Civil War studies and draws visitors interested in regional history. It functions as a place for teaching and exploring the history of the American Civil War period.

The building is easily accessible in downtown Shepherdstown and welcomes visitors interested in history. Plan your visit during daytime hours and check ahead for current operating times before making the trip.

The property has a notable connection to actress Mary Tyler Moore, whose family acquired the estate in the 1990s to establish the research center. This link to popular culture makes the house particularly interesting to many visitors.