Reverend George B. Hitchcock House
Reverend George B. Hitchcock House, Historic Underground Railroad station house in Lewis, Iowa.
The two-story stone residence features 21-inch thick walls, hand-hewn timber framing, and a strategic basement with multiple access points and a cooking fireplace.
Reverend George B. Hitchcock constructed this house in 1856 and operated it as a shelter for escaped slaves traveling through Iowa until 1865.
The property functions as a museum presenting artifacts and educational materials about the Underground Railroad network and the American abolition movement.
The house opens for guided tours from May through September, operating Thursday to Sunday between 1:00 PM and 4:15 PM, with cash-only admission of 5 dollars.
The basement contains a purposefully designed chamber with concealed access through a false cabinet, specifically created to hide individuals seeking freedom.
Location: Iowa
Architects: George B. Hitchcock
GPS coordinates: 41.30325,-95.10347
Latest update: March 4, 2025 23:51
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