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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.

UPDATED September 28, 2022

Face Masks are optional for visitors, staff, & volunteers


Reservations are required at least 1 day in advance due to the site being short-handed



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618-692-1818

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

 








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A Gothic Evening (Outside) with Edgar Allan Poe

50/50 Online Antique Auction

March 9- October 6

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Mourning Col. Stephenson

A Gothic Evening (Outside) with Edgar Allan Poe

50/50 Online Antique Auction

Sept. 29 - October 30


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A Gothic Evening (Outside) with Edgar Allan Poe

A Gothic Evening (Outside) with Edgar Allan Poe

A Gothic Evening (Outside) with Edgar Allan Poe

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October 23

6 pm & 8 pm

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From the Hearth: 1824 Vanilla Ice Cream

One Federal (Regency) Era Day Dress, Three Ways to Wear It

From the Hearth: 1836 Cider Cake

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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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