A single-story porch extends across the front, supported by brick piers and topped by a broad gabled roof.

The interior has been restored to a 1930s–1940s appearance, retaining a number of features important in the history of Dr. Bob Smith's alcoholism and recovery, such as hiding places where he stashed liquor.

In 1935, Bill W. spent several months living with the Smiths, and it was probably around the house's kitchen table that the principles underlying Alcoholics Anonymous were developed.

The house was sold after Bob Smith died in 1950, and passed through several owners before its purchase in 1984 by the Founders Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to preserving the AA history and legacy.

Today, Dr. Bob’s Home (EIN: 34-1461210) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that “maintains this historic birthplace of AA and numerous 12-step programs, fostering an accepting atmosphere for alcoholics expressed in the greeting ‘WELCOME HOME,’ and educates the community about its role in AA’s formation.”[3]