Cypress Grove Plantation, Antebellum plantation in Jefferson County, Mississippi, United States
Cypress Grove Plantation is an antebellum estate in Jefferson County that spreads across substantial land holdings along the Mississippi River. The property blends agricultural areas with residential structures built in 19th-century Southern architectural style.
The property was purchased in 1840 by United States President Zachary Taylor and retained this connection until his death in office in 1850. It appeared on historical maps as 'GenL Taylor's Old Place' during that era.
The plantation operations involved 81 enslaved individuals who cultivated cotton, tobacco, corn, wheat, and various vegetables throughout the property.
The estate sits directly on the Mississippi River where visitors can observe the waterway and surrounding landscape. Its location historically provided access to major trade routes that followed the river.
The estate housed Ole Whitey, a presidential horse that later became a notable attraction at the White House after being transported there. The animal gained enough recognition to draw public interest during its time in the capital.
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