About

Quaker Hill Conference Center offers hospitality to faith-based and community groups in a manner that honors our Quaker heritage and preserves the historic Evans' House.

A Brief History

 The main building, Evans House, was built in 1855 by Isaac Evans as a wedding present for his bride, Mary Ann Buffam. They had four children, and their home was a center of warm hospitality over the years. The house stayed in the family until the Depression. It was purchased back by their grandson, Isaac Woodard, in 1940, who planned for it to be used as a regional conference center.
       During the Second World War, the house was used for refugee resettlement, and also housed a day camp and a Rural Life Association. A large new dormitory, staff housing and a kitchen/dining area were added in the late 1960's.

Bequests

Those who have remembered Quaker Hill Conference Center in their wills and bequests have partnered in an ongoing opportunity to offer “a special place apart from the routines of daily life where groups and individuals can nurture spiritual life.” They embody our mission and receive our gratitude.

• Isaac Woodard - the visionary who, in addition to the support of others, purchased his grandparents home on Quaker Hill to be used as a Midwest conference center
• Floyd L. Kresge – friend of Isaac Woodard who left a substantial part of his estate to the conference center endeavor
• Francis & Pearl Hall – former Director (Francis) of Quaker Hill Conference Center
• Helen Fuson – Richmond resident, friend of Quaker Hill
• Lorelei Lacy – A frequent visitor and workshop attender of Quaker Hill

(This may not be the complete list of persons who have remembered Quaker Hill Conference Center in their wills, but let it serve to thank all who have gifted Quaker Hill with personal support since the beginning of the conference center in 1940. These are in addition to our annual fund and special projects supporters.)