In 2001, the homestead was admitted to the Underground Railroad Network to the Freedom Program.

The house is formally designated as a National Historic Landmark in 1997.

In 1976, the house is recognized by the Daughters of the American Revolution.

In 1973, the house is placed on the National Register of Historic Sites.

In 1972, the house is deeded to the city of Princeton.

The house is formally dedicated in 1971.

Later in 1970, and up until 1972, the home was restored.  The building was raised 8 feet into the air by a professional house mover, and a new concrete block foundation was constructed with a brick facing on the outside (old bricks were used to keep the character).  Steel I-beams

A grant was obtained in 1970 from the state of Illinois for $30,000, for the purpose of restoring the home.

Concerned citizens of Princeton formed a Restoration Committee, and the home was saved from the bulldozer when the State of Illinois purchased it.

Between the years of 1951-1966, the home changed owners many times, and was also vacant for a number of years.  The building deteriorated, and birds even nested inside.