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Managed by Georgia Department of Natural Resources, State Parks and Historic Sites Division
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- Jarrell Plantation Historic Site — official page
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- Operator:(478) 986-5172
About
Jarrell Plantation Historic Site is located in the red clay hills of the Georgia piedmont, near Juliette, Georgia. This historic farm features original 19th and early 20th-century buildings and reflects the life of a family that shifted their farming practices from cotton to timber over the years. The site is recognized as one of the best-preserved examples of a "middle class" Southern plantation, with structures and artifacts from the Jarrell family, who farmed the land for more than 140 years. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1973, highlighting its historical importance.
Visitors can walk through the grounds and explore the well-maintained structures while learning about the agricultural history of the area. The site offers a tranquil environment for reflection and education regarding the plantation's past and the experiences of those who lived and worked there. Parking is available on-site. It is advisable to check the weather prior to your visit, as conditions can change. Please confirm hours, fees, and closures with the official state site before you go.
Source: gastateparks.org
From Wikipedia
The Jarrell Plantation State Historic Site is a former cotton plantation and state historic site in Juliette, Georgia, United States. Founded as a forced-labor farm worked by John Jarrell and the African American people he enslaved, the site stands today as one of the best-preserved examples of a "middle class" Southern plantation. The Jarrell Plantation's buildings and artifacts all came from the Jarrell family, who farmed the land for over 140 years. Located in the red clay hills of the Georgia piedmont, It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1973. It is a Georgia state park in Jones County.
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