Walnut Grove Plantation
Charles and Mary Moore began Walnut Grove Plantation after receiving a land grant for the property from King George III. The Moores, who were Scots Irish immigrants, raised ten children in the house they built about 1765. Revolutionary War heroine “Kate” Barry numbered among those ten. Descendants owned the plantation house and eight surrounding acres until 1961 when they donated the property to the Spartanburg County Historical Association, which operates the site today. Tours of the restored historic buildings and special events on the plantation grounds offer visitors a glimpse into the lives of the people who settled the South Carolina backcountry, engaged British forces in the American Revolution, and played an important role in shaping the new nation. The importance of these settlers’ African American slaves and Native American neighbors is explored as well.
Visit our Website at: www.spartanburghistory.org.
HOURS
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Admissions: adults - $6; children 6-17 years - $3; children 5 & under - free
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Days and Hours of Operation: T-F 11am-5pm April-Oct.; Sa 11am-5pm, Su 2-5pm year round. Tours begin on the hour.
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Days and Holidays Closed: Mondays & Major Holidays
RATES AND DISCOUNTS
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Visa/Master Card: Yes
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Discounts: Ages 65+; Groups of 10+ reserved in advance
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