Thomas Stone
National Historic Site

DESCRIPTION:
The plantation of Haberdeventure was the home of Thomas Stone, one of Maryland's four signers of the Declaration of Independence. Stone was a delegate to the Continental Congress from 1775-78 and from 1783-84. As a member of the Continental Congress, he served on its thirteen-member committee which drafted the country's first system of government under the Articles of Confederation.

Today, the 322 acre site contains Thomas Stone's five-part tidewater plantation house, as well as several outbuildings typical of an eighteenth and nineteenth century Maryland plantation.

VISITATION:

The site is fairly new and is still developing. Visitation is light throughout the year, although the site's greatest visitation occurs during the summer months.

LOCATION:

Charles County, Maryland

ADDRESS:

Thomas Stone NHS
6655 Rose Hill Road
Port Tobacco, MD 20677

TELEPHONE:

(301) 934-6027. Fax No. (301) 934-8793

OPERATING HOURS, SEASONS:

The site is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thursday thru Sunday, September -- May and daily during June -- August. Closed on December 25 and January 1.

CLIMATE, RECOMMENDED CLOTHING:

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

DIRECTIONS:

Thomas Stone NHS is located 25 miles south of Washington D.C. The site is located on Rose Hill Road between Maryland Routes 6 and 225 near Port Tobacco, Maryland.

TRANSPORTATION:

To reach Thomas Stone NHS, visitors must use personal transportation. No public transportation systems serve the site. Only foot traffic is allowed at the site when off of park roads.

FEES, COSTS, RATES:

No admission fees.

FACILITIES AND OPPORTUNITIES:

Important Note: Thomas Stone NHS has been open to the public since March 1992 and is still being developed. Public facilities are limited at this time. Construction work in some areas of the site are expected to continue for at least a few more years. The house was opened November of 1997. For your safety, please avoid construction zones.Call (301)-934-6027  for additional information.

Visitor Activities: Information Center, ranger-guided tours, self-guided tours, exhibits, audiovisual program, and special events.

Accessibility: The site is handicapped accessible. Call (301)-934-6027 for additional information.

Camping & Lodging: There are no lodging or camping facilities available at the site. Lodging is available several miles away in La Plata and other locations along U.S. Route 30l. The nearest camping facility is located at Smallwood State Park 8--10 miles away from the site.

Food & Supplies: Available in La Plata and Port Tobacco.

First Aid/Hospital: Basic first aid is available at the site. Physician's Memorial Hospital is located 7 miles away in La Plata.

RESERVATIONS/PERMITS:

Reservations for school groups are accepted by phone. Please notify the park as soon as possible before the planned visit. call (301)-934-6027

BASIC VISIT RECOMMENDATIONS:

Visiting the Information Center and going on a self-guided or ranger-led walking tour.

RESERVATIONS/PERMITS:

Reservations are required for school and large groups. Please allow at least two weeks notice. At least one month's notice and application for Special Use Permits is required. For additional information concerning reservations or Special Use Permits, call (301) 934-6027.

BASIC VISIT RECOMMENDATIONS:

Allow 30 minutes to 1 hour for visiting the site.

SPECIAL EVENTS/PROGRAMS:

A wide variety of special events occur throughout the year. Contact the site for detailed information about the events, dates, and times. (301) 934-6027.

VISITOR IMPACTS:

Because of site development, certain areas of the site are frequently off limits to visitors due to construction. The site as a whole is occasionally closed during the winter because of snow.

ADJACENT VISITOR ATTRACTIONS:

Historic Port Tobacco (1.5 miles), Smallwood State Park (8-10 miles), National Colonial Farm (15 miles), Fort Washington Park (20 miles).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Write Thomas Stone NHS, 6655 Rose Hill Road, Port Tobacco, MD 20677 or call (301) 934-6027.