In 1843 a list was compiled that included the names of 284 enslaved persons living in 26 houses at Somerset Place. It is the only known inventory to document the living arrangements of the enslaved community, and so our new KZitem series will look at the households listed in this record, including their family histories, approximate ages, and genealogy. If you have any questions about this video, please comment below.
Portrait of Josiah Collins III from the State Archives of North Carolina.
Somerset Place, once one of the largest plantations in antebellum North Carolina and now a representative state historic site, is open to the public Tuesday - Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. It is our aim to offer visitors a comprehensive social history exploring the family life of all former plantation residents: the enslaved community, plantation owners, and hired white and Black employees.
Directions are located in the "About" section of our channel. Check out our website and social media accounts below to find out more information about the site, tours, educational programming, and upcoming events.
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