Mulberry Hill

Mulberry Hill is an 18th century plantation house near Randolph with a two-story center pavilion and wings supported by octagonal Doric columns. The main residence is accompanied by several outbuildings from the same period, including a brick kitchen, office, and auxiliary structures arranged across the property.

Judge Paul Carrington founded the plantation and contributed to Virginia's Declaration of Rights in 1776. The property's significance was recognized with Virginia Landmark status in 1972 and later added to the National Register.

The name comes from mulberry trees once cultivated for silk production on the grounds. Today, visitors can observe how the various outbuildings reflect the working life of a large plantation household.

The property spans about 40 acres with well-preserved outbuildings that provide insight into plantation operations and daily life. Visitors can explore the layout of the main structures and auxiliary buildings to understand how the estate was organized.

The property gained a special connection to Staunton River Battlefield State Park when the Butler family transferred it to the state in 1999, expanding the park's grounds. This merger demonstrates how historic sites are now managed as integrated landscapes.

Location: Virginia

Inception: 1805

GPS coordinates: 37.79000,-79.45000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:42