Spring Hill Historic Home

Spring Hill Historic Home is a residence built in 1824 in Massillon with original structural elements and handcrafted details from its construction period. The house features preserved wooden floors, hidden staircases, and interior elements that reflect early 19th-century building practices.

The house was built in 1824 and served as a crucial station on the Underground Railroad, offering shelter to enslaved people seeking freedom during the 19th century. This role placed it within a hidden network of safe houses that helped people escape bondage.

The property reflects how settlers in Ohio managed their land and animals, with outbuildings for wool and dairy production still visible on the grounds. These structures show how farming families organized their daily work and economic life in the early 1800s.

The house can only be visited with a guide, which helps you understand the original furnishings and stories properly. Before visiting, check the opening times and be prepared to spend time on your feet as you walk through the rooms.

The building preserves an 1821 barometer and two original beehives integrated into its structure. These objects show how residents in the early 1800s blended new technologies with traditional beekeeping methods.