Desert Plantation, Federal architecture plantation in Wilkinson County, US.
Desert Plantation is a Federal-style residence in Wilkinson County with symmetrical proportions and decorative exterior details. The one-and-a-half-story main house exemplifies architectural principles from the early 1800s.
Robert Semple founded the plantation in 1808 by acquiring land near Pinckneyville Creek. The property grew substantially as additional acreage was added during the following years.
The plantation reflects agricultural practices and building techniques that shaped the development of the American South during the nineteenth century.
The property sits in a rural area of Mississippi and requires driving on country roads to reach. Visiting is best done in clear weather to fully appreciate the exterior of the house.
The main house was constructed between 1825 and 1835 and represents a well-preserved example of regional building practices. The McGehee family later operated the site as a working farm after taking over the property in 1885.
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