Oak Hill Farm, human settlement in Haywood County, Tennessee, United States of America
Oak Hill Farm is a historic plantation and working farm spanning hundreds of acres across Tipton and Haywood County, characterized by Federal-style architecture. The main house and preserved structures show the simple, balanced lines typical of early 1800s design, demonstrating how people built homes and managed farms in that era.
The farm was founded in 1832 by Jack and Betty Smith Taylor, who chose a location next to a large spring that supplied water for the entire property. Under later management by the Maclin family, the plantation expanded during the 1800s to become one of the largest in the region and remains family-owned today in its seventh generation.
The farm's name reflects its hillside location and served as a social and economic center for surrounding communities for generations. It was a place where families worked the land together and shaped the daily rhythms of rural life in the region.
The site is best explored on foot, allowing time to view the various buildings and expansive grounds. Visitors should inquire in advance or call to arrange a tour, as this is an active farm rather than a museum.
The farm has been recognized as a Tennessee Century Farm for its continuous operation spanning more than 190 years and today practices sustainable methods including heirloom vegetable cultivation and traditional livestock breeds. It actively works to document and share the stories of all people who lived and worked there, including roughly 100 enslaved people in the 1800s.
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