Thomas Stone National Historic Site (U.S. National Park Service)

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Thomas Stone National Historic Site

When Thomas Stone signed the Declaration of Independence he literally wrote himself into American history.
Immerse yourself in revolutionary history. Visit the restored house and stroll the 322 acres of Haberdeventure, a “dwelling place in the winds”. Purchased in 1770 by Thomas Stone, this restored plantation home has been open to the public as a National Historic Site since 1997.

Wreath laying on July 4th at Thomas Stone's grave

SPECIAL EVENTS

Christmas Candlelight Tour- Saturday December 13, 2008

Step back in time to the year 1782 and see how the Stone family celebrates Christmas. Staff and VIP's will lead free tours throughout the house where you will meet such famous individuals as Thomas Stone, Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer and others.

The historic house will be decorated in traditional colonial style with wreaths and greenery and lanterns will light the landscape. For your enjoyment, a horse and carriage will transport you from the Visitor Center to the house, or from the 21st to the 18th century in a blink of an eye.

Light refreshments will also be served.
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		THINGS TO SEE AND DO Visitors are welcome to attend Ranger led programs and tour the home of Thomas Stone. Park Visitors can also experience the site at their own pace; stroll across the the park grounds amidst the farm buildings or travel the old farm trace roads and imagine the past. more...

		EDUCATION PROGRAMS History on Trial Students search for clues to his innocence or guilt and in a mock trial determine if Thomas Stone was a traitor to Great Britain or an American Patriot for signing the Declaration of Independence. more...

LINKS TO...

Genealogy of the Stone Family
Virtual Tour of Haberdeventure
Article on the Mount Vernon Conference
People, Places and Battlefields of the Revolution
Washington-Rochambeau Route

Write to

6655 Rose Hill Rd
Port Tobacco, MD 20677

Phone

Phone
(301) 392-1776

Fax

(301) 934-8793

Climate

Summers are generally hot and humid with occasional thunderstorms. Winters are generally mild with variable precipitation. Wearing layers of clothing is recommended during late fall, winter, and early spring.