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1. www.postandcourier.com › greenville › greenvilleGreenville County takes possession of future park site ...

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   May 30, 2024 · May 30, 2024. The Upstate Preservation Trust plans to restore the Oakland Plantation House near Simpsonville. Provided. SIMPSONVILLE — Greenville County has officially taken ownership of a...

2. greenvillejournal.com › history › planners-discussGreenville County outlines vision for new Oakland Plantation ...

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   May 30, 2024 · The historic Oakland Plantation on Adams Mill Road near Five Forks will form the heart of a new 52-acre park — the first new regional park in the county in 15 years. Upstate Preservation Trust purchased the property from YMCA of Greenville for $1.2 million with funding provided by the Greenville County Historic and Natural Resources Trust and ...

3. www.allsides.com › news › 2024/05/30-0315Greenville County takes possession of future 52 ... - AllSides

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   May 30, 2024 · SIMPSONVILLE — Greenville County has officially taken ownership of a property just north of Simpsonville that will soon be home to a new 52-acre regional park. The Oakland Plantation once operated on the site, and centuries-old buildings that still stand there will be incorporated into the coming amenity. It was previously owned by the YMCA ...

4. www.msn.com › en-us › lifestyle10 Iconic U.S. Plantations with Unforgettable Pasts - MSN

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   Jun 11, 2024 · Oakland Plantation – Louisiana Jean Pierre Emanuel Prud'homme founded Oakland Plantation when he began farming in the area in 1785. Then, in 1789, he finally received a Spanish land...

5. www.ncesc.com › geographic-faq › are-there-stillAre there still plantations in the South? - Geographic FAQ ...

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   Jun 13, 2024 · Yes, there are still plantations in the South, although their scale and purpose have changed significantly. The focus now is more on preserving their historical significance and educating visitors about their complex history.

6. deepsouthmag.com › 2023/08/10 › scandal-of-the-18thScandal of the 18th Century: The Nancy Randolph Story

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   Jun 11, 2024 · With no prospects, now considered a fallen woman, Nancy travels to Richmond and sleeps on a pallet at the abandoned Tuckahoe Plantation, stays at different homes and finally rents a room from an unsavory couple who ran an amusement park.

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   What happened to the Oakland Plantation in 1853?

   • 1853 The Oakland Plantation is sold to W. J. Kyle and B.F. Terry, two prospectors who earned fortunes in the California gold mines. They rename the property Sugar Land, and it becomes the social center of the area. Within five years they purchase another 8,000 adjoining acres. By 1861 Terry is one of the wealthiest men in the state.

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   Who owns the Oakland Plantation?

   • In 1854, James Railey, who already owned the Oakland Plantation, purchased this property. However, after his death, his heirs lost the property due to a chancery lawsuit. A few years after the American Civil War of 1861–1865, in 1869, former slaves Auguste Mazique and his wife Sarah purchased the property at a public auction.

   China Grove Plantation - Wikipedia

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   Where is the Oakland Plantation?

   • It is located in South Natchez, near Sibley. The wood-framed cottage was built in 1854. It has two main rooms, cabinets and galleries. In 1854, James Railey, who already owned the Oakland Plantation, purchased this property. However, after his death, his heirs lost the property due to a chancery lawsuit.

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   Why is Oakland Plantation a National Historic Landmark?

   • Today, nearly 60 historic buildings of Oakland Plantation remain, set within a rural cultural landscape. Because of the integrity of the resources here, the site has been designated as a National Historic Landmark. The cook's cabin, mule barn, store, overseer's house, tenant cabin and various other outbuildings are open daily for self-guided tours.

   Oakland Plantation - U.S. National Park Service

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   Who built Oakland Plantation?

   • Oakland Plantation is associated with the Atahoe Plantation (of Natchez), which was developed by one of the Prud'homme family. The Cherokee Plantation was built by a granddaughter of Jean Pierre Emmanuel Prud'homme. It is also associated with the community of Isle Brevelle, a local Creole community.

   Oakland Plantation (Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana) - Wikipedia

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   What were Oakland Plantation's cash crops in the 1800s?

   • At first, Oakland Plantation's cash crops were indigo and tobacco. However, in the 1800s, they turned their attention to cotton. Remember to scroll up and hit the ‘Follow’ button to keep up with the newest stories from Seattle Travel on your Microsoft Start feed or MSN homepage!

   10 Iconic U.S. Plantations with Unforgettable Pasts

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8. www.ncesc.com › geographic-faq › what-happened-toWhat happened to plantation owners after the Civil War? - NCESC

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   Jun 14, 2024 · After the Civil War ended, the fate of plantation owners varied. Some lost their wealth and power due to the economic devastation caused by the war. Others faced legal repercussions for their involvement in the institution of slavery.