While once only viewed in newspaper articles and history books, tours are now being offered at a national historic landmark near West Point, Mississippi. The site is that of the Waverly mansion, a plantation home that first received national historic status in 1973. While the original construction occurred between the early 1840s and 1852, the property fell into disrepair once the original owner and descendants had passed on.
Construction on the mansion began in the early 1840s and took up until 1852 to complete. After which, the rotunda with an octagon shape, an open cupola on the ceiling and unique stairway were favorite aspects of the design. Built in the Jefferson tradition, the home combines early American architecture with ornamental beauty, history, technology and other elements.
The 4 story cantilevered stairs, hallway and cupola is considered one of a kind in the United States. Features that can be seen by taking a tour of the property. Now considered a National Historic Landmark, these tours are offered on a regular basis with a minimal admission fee.
George Hampton Young, the original owner passed down the home and plantation to family members in the late 1800s. Up until that time, the plantation had been self-sufficient with family members gathering, growing and creating all the necessities of home. Some of these included bandages, energy, fruits, vegetables, meats, clothing and home decor.
Now, nearly 150 to 200 years later, some local plantations are still operating. Whereas, there are also a number of modern families living in the area. As such, many now visit West Point, Mississippi, eight miles to the east for all these necessities and more. For those traveling with children, it can often be good to explain the past and present history of the area before arrival.
West Point, Mississippi, is a small town eight miles east of the plantation. While the town has a very limited amount of water and only minimal land acreage, there are a number of area parks, ponds, rivers and other fishing spots which boasts everything from bass fishing competitions to fisherman catching sand dabs and catfish for local residents and restaurants.
With all the dark history, there has been new light shed on the area. For, each Labor Day Weekend, a blues festival paying homage to Howlin Wolf occurs in West Point on Friday night. After which, the Prairie Arts festival happens on Saturday. While Friday focuses on music, amusement park rides, local music, shopping and a car show often take precedent on Saturday.
The Prairie Arts festival also boasts amusement park rides, music and shopping. As a result, it is one of the favorite family friendly events held each in the state. For the more adventurous, there is also a 5K mile run along with a car show. While not exactly as big or as exciting as a county or State fair, the festival still draws a large crowd each year. When visiting the area during this time of year, it is often good to bring insect repellent, sunscreen, a hat and plan on wearing long sleeves when venturing near any accumulated or stagnant water sources.
Construction on the mansion began in the early 1840s and took up until 1852 to complete. After which, the rotunda with an octagon shape, an open cupola on the ceiling and unique stairway were favorite aspects of the design. Built in the Jefferson tradition, the home combines early American architecture with ornamental beauty, history, technology and other elements.
The 4 story cantilevered stairs, hallway and cupola is considered one of a kind in the United States. Features that can be seen by taking a tour of the property. Now considered a National Historic Landmark, these tours are offered on a regular basis with a minimal admission fee.
George Hampton Young, the original owner passed down the home and plantation to family members in the late 1800s. Up until that time, the plantation had been self-sufficient with family members gathering, growing and creating all the necessities of home. Some of these included bandages, energy, fruits, vegetables, meats, clothing and home decor.
Now, nearly 150 to 200 years later, some local plantations are still operating. Whereas, there are also a number of modern families living in the area. As such, many now visit West Point, Mississippi, eight miles to the east for all these necessities and more. For those traveling with children, it can often be good to explain the past and present history of the area before arrival.
West Point, Mississippi, is a small town eight miles east of the plantation. While the town has a very limited amount of water and only minimal land acreage, there are a number of area parks, ponds, rivers and other fishing spots which boasts everything from bass fishing competitions to fisherman catching sand dabs and catfish for local residents and restaurants.
With all the dark history, there has been new light shed on the area. For, each Labor Day Weekend, a blues festival paying homage to Howlin Wolf occurs in West Point on Friday night. After which, the Prairie Arts festival happens on Saturday. While Friday focuses on music, amusement park rides, local music, shopping and a car show often take precedent on Saturday.
The Prairie Arts festival also boasts amusement park rides, music and shopping. As a result, it is one of the favorite family friendly events held each in the state. For the more adventurous, there is also a 5K mile run along with a car show. While not exactly as big or as exciting as a county or State fair, the festival still draws a large crowd each year. When visiting the area during this time of year, it is often good to bring insect repellent, sunscreen, a hat and plan on wearing long sleeves when venturing near any accumulated or stagnant water sources.
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