Stevens & Smith Historical Site

A Place in History: The Story of Thaddeus Stevens & Lydia Hamilton Smith

We have the opportunity to recognize the contributions of two key figures in the Abolitionist Movement who have never gotten their due. Both Stevens and Smith were important agents of change at a critical juncture in America's history. They helped bring freedom and dignity to a whole segment of the U.S. population.

- The Rev. Louis A. Butcher Jr., pastor of Bright Side Baptist Church in Lancaster

Closer to Equality — Capital Campaign

Our plan is to create a $20 million educational and interpretive complex, using the restored 19th century properties of Thaddeus Stevens and Lydia Hamilton Smith located in Historic Downtown Lancaster, PA – featuring an original cistern believed by historians and archaeologists to have been used by Stevens and Smith as a hiding place for escaping slaves along the Underground Railroad. This will honor the legacy of these extraordinary Americans and inspire people today to carry on the work these patriots began. Please join us by giving a gift.

A Place in History: The Story of Thaddeus Stevens and Lydia Hamilton Smith

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Stevens & Smith Historic Site

Office:
135 East King Street
Lancaster, PA 17602

phone: 717-735-3765
fax: 717-735-3766
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