In the early morning hours of April 16, 1865, Booth and his accomplice David Herold arrived at Rich Hill. They were given a meal by the owner, Colonel Samuel Cox, who then helped hide the fugitives in a nearby pine thicket to evade Union troops.
April 16, 1865
A meal, a hiding place, and a nation in turmoil. The walls of Rich Hill witnessed the aftermath of a national tragedy.
The Friends of Rich Hill are grateful and happy to accept new members. Your support directly aids the preservation of this historic Maryland landmark.
Preserving the heritage of Southern Maryland
