The Stonehouse of Brigglesville, Ohio: A History by Paul Edward Tatman Paperback – February 28, 2026

The Stonehouse of Brigglesville shares the quiet but compelling story of a Maryland family who followed the National Road west and helped shape the early communities of Muskingum and Perry Counties in Ohio. Written by a descendant of Caleb Hitchcock, the book traces the family’s migration, settlement, and the everyday work that built a life on the frontier.At the heart of the story is the stone house Hitchcock constructed in 1842—a Georgian-style home built from sandstone quarried from the hillside and lumber milled by early local settlers. Over the years, the Stonehouse became far more than a family dwelling. It served the community through Hitchcock’s nearby store, and during the years before the Civil War, its attic quietly sheltered people seeking freedom through the Underground Railroad.Blending genealogy, local township history, and national events, this illustrated volume reflects on the people who lived in and around the Stonehouse and the changes they witnessed from the Revolutionary War era to today. Vintage photographs, newspaper clippings, and family documents help bring their experiences to life.Both a family history and a record of a place that has stood for nearly two centuries, The Stonehouse of Brigglesville is a thoughtful tribute to the enduring stories found in ordinary homes, quiet valleys, and the communities that grow around them. Read more