Driving up to the white house on the hill, one can only wonder what history this house holds. Did it just watch the 1858 Oberlin Rescue take place or was it an active participant? Did it offer refuge to escaping slaves on their journey to freedom? The dry cistern and the hidden opening in the cellar suggest it may have. Only the house knows for sure!

This house with eyes to the past stands on the diagonal road that connects Elyria to Wellington as it bypasses Oberlin city. It witnessed the abduction of John Price, which many believe began a chain of events that were not settled until well over 600,000 Americans gave their lives to end the question of slavery and the Civil War.

Your journey back in time begins with the clang-clang of the 1860 doorbell as you turn the crank in a clockwise direction. The massive door squeaks open to allow you inside. Immediately you begin to feel the presence of the past as it meets the promise of tomorrow. Come with us as we take you on the tour of Hallauer House. Feel history, see history, and enjoy history.