Oliver Miller Homestead

Oliver Miller Homestead is a two-story stone house built in the late 1700s in South Park Township with an attached stone kitchen wing. The structure displays the solid construction and simple layout typical of Pennsylvania colonial homes from that era.

The homestead was built during early American settlement and became significant during the Whiskey Rebellion of 1794 when federal officials confronted local residents over tax disputes. This event made the house a witness to tensions between the new federal government and frontier communities.

The homestead served as a temporary gathering place where Bethel Presbyterian Church held its early services before constructing a dedicated building. This shows how private homes functioned as essential community spaces in frontier settlements.

The house is open for guided tours where visitors can examine period architectural details and construction methods up close. Wear appropriate footwear as the grounds have uneven terrain and the stone structures require careful navigation.

The building is called Stone Manse even though it was never intended to serve as a residence for Presbyterian ministers. This name reflects an early plan that never came to fruition but has remained attached to the property through the years.

Location: South Park Township

GPS coordinates: 40.32000,-80.00667

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:01