Walnut Grove Plantation recounts how free and enslaved people settled the South Carolina Backcountry, fought for independence, and built a new nation.

Charles & Mary Moore were granted land from King George III in 1763 that would eventually go on to total 3,600 acres. They raised ten children in the house they built and lived in for 40 years.  Mr. Moore relied on a dozen enslaved African Americans and his own large family to work his sizable farm.  During the Revolutionary War, the Moores, including daughter Margaret Catherine Moore-Barry and son Thomas Moore, supported the Patriot cause. Local militia mustered at Walnut Grove prior to the Battle of Cowpens. Loyalist William “Bloody Bill” Cunningham raided the plantation in November 1781 and killed a Patriot soldier sheltered by the Moores.

Tours will take you through the doctor’s office, kitchen cabin and Rocky Spring Academy where you will learn about the history of the Moore Family, their settlement of the South Carolina Backcountry, the family involvement in the Revolutionary War and everyday life during Colonial times.

You will also be able to visit the dry cellar, blacksmith forge, barn, smokehouse, wheat house, historic gardens, family cemetery and newly updated nature trail. Bring a picnic to enjoy in our covered pavilion.

The manor house is currently under restoration and closed to the public. However, many artifacts have been temporarily placed in new locations and the tour is just as comprehensive as before and includes some new information.