The John W. Jones House currently stands at 1250 Davis Street, Elmira, New York, across from a historic entrance to Woodlawn Cemetery.

[3] Historically, the house was the private residence of John W. Jones and his family, but changed ownership several times since, and was used as rental property that fell into disrepair.

Condemned by the City of Elmira in 1997, Lucy Brown brought it to the public's attention and with a group of concerned citizens, saved it from demolition.

The museum emphasizes Elmira's role as the only regular agency and published station on the Underground Railroad between Philadelphia and St. Catharines, Canada, and explores Mr. Jones's community involvement and his relationship with his contemporaries.

[2] It also highlights the history of African Americans who settled in the Southern Tier of New York and the activity of local abolitionists.