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618-692-1818

Welcome to 1820 Col. Benjamin Stephenson House

Welcome to 1820 Col. Benjamin Stephenson HouseWelcome to 1820 Col. Benjamin Stephenson HouseWelcome to 1820 Col. Benjamin Stephenson House

Built in 1820, an important landmark that links the history of Edwardsville to the early days of the State of Illinois

618-692-1818

Welcome to 1820 Col. Benjamin Stephenson House

Welcome to 1820 Col. Benjamin Stephenson HouseWelcome to 1820 Col. Benjamin Stephenson HouseWelcome to 1820 Col. Benjamin Stephenson House

Built in 1820, an important landmark that links the history of Edwardsville to the early days of the State of Illinois

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Since its conception, the Benjamin Stephenson House has sought to bring to light the bitter legacy of human bondage in our region and in Benjamin Stephenson's household in particular. As a cultural institution, we appreciate our community and our nation’s drive to tell an honest and just history. We remain dedicated to tell the history of enslavement and indentured servitude in our region and invite all to take a tour to experience our site and become an active participant in our ongoing quest to illuminate the struggles for equality that have shaped Edwardsville and our state since its inception.

Tour Hours

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

618-692-1818

Thursdays-Saturdays, 10 am-3 pm & Sundays, 12-3 pm.

 

UPDATED March 2, 2022

Guidelines for COVID-19 are changing all over the country but as a small site, we are faced with size limitations and staffing shortages still. Our Board of Directors has adopted the following policy. This will be reevaluated in 30 days and changes made accordingly. Thank you for supporting the site as we move forward in 2022.


Face Masks are required for anyone 5 years & up regardless of vaccination status. 


Our indoor spaces are small. Tours are limited to a group size of six. We are short-staffed. 


Reservations are required at least 1 day in advance.  


Thank you for understanding, Board of Directors




The 1820 Col. Benjamin Stephenson House is open with CDC suggested guidelines in place.


Upcoming...

An Afternoon Tea at Stephenson House

Heritage Sewing Workshop: A Simple Chemisette

An Afternoon Tea at Stephenson House

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August 20

1-3 pm

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Run, Wizards, Run 5K & 1-Mile Walk

Heritage Sewing Workshop: A Simple Chemisette

An Afternoon Tea at Stephenson House

CANCELED

SEPTEMBER 3

8 am

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Heritage Sewing Workshop: A Simple Chemisette

Heritage Sewing Workshop: A Simple Chemisette

Heritage Sewing Workshop: A Simple Chemisette

SOLD OUT

September 17

9 am- 3 pm


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50/50 Online Antique Auction

50/50 Online Antique Auction

Heritage Sewing Workshop: A Simple Chemisette

March 9- October 6

Items added weekly!


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Mourning Col. Stephenson

50/50 Online Antique Auction

Mourning Col. Stephenson

Sept. 29 - October 30


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History Lessons

From the Hearth: 1836 Cider Cake

From the Hearth: 1824 Tavern Biscuits

From the Hearth: 19th Century Bread & Yeast

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1820 Col. Benjamin Stephenson House

409 South Buchanan Street, Edwardsville, Illinois 62025, United States

618-692-1818 Mailing Address Only P.O. Box 754 Edwardsville, Illinois, 62025

Tour Hours

JANUARY-FEBRUARY
Saturday 10 am.-3 pm

 Sunday 12.-3 pm
**RESERVATIONS REQUIRED**

MARCH-DECEMBER
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 10 am-3 pm
Friday 10 am-3 pm
Saturday 10 am-3 pm
Sunday 12 pm-3 pm







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