Samuel Hill (1857–1931): The Visionary Sculptor Behind Stonehenge Samuel Hill stands as a singular figure in the annals of American art and engineering, remembered primarily for his monumental undertaking – the reconstruction of Stonehenge on Maryhill Plateau near Portland, Oregon. Yet, beyond this iconic achievement lies a lifetime dedicated to shaping landscapes and fostering civic engagement, leaving an indelible mark on the Pacific Northwest’s cultural landscape. Born in Deep River, North Carolina, in 1857, Hill descended from Quaker stock—his father was a physician committed to aboliti…