Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site

The builder and first owner of the home was a wealthy slave owner who built the home in 1838 so that he and his family could escape the heat, yellow fever and malaria of the Charleston area. These buildings were originally slave quarters. Carl Sandburg turned them into outbuildings and guest cabins.

Pulitzer Prize winning poet and author Carl Sandburg would live in this home, named Connemara by its previous owner, from 1945 until his death in 1967. His wife would leave the property, home and all the furnishings to the National Park Service in 1968.

Carl Sandburg's wife raised award winning and record setting dairy goats. At one time she had a herd of over 200. The National Park Service maintains a herd of about 30 that are direct descendants from the original herd.

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Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site

Connemara

You can find out about the history of Flat Rock when you stop by Connemara. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Jackson Park

Jackson Park is just one of the places to see in Barker Heights, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Standing in North Carolina and we are able to see into South Carolina and Tennessee with the Blue Ridge mountains in the distance.

Jump Off Rock

You can find out about the history of Laurel Park with a trip to Jump Off Rock. Wander the lush forest or discover the area's mountain views.

Flat Rock Playhouse

Get tickets for a show at Flat Rock Playhouse, a theatre with a story to tell in Flat Rock. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Bonclarken Conference Center

Learn about the events happening in Bonclarken Conference Center during your trip to Flat Rock. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

The Park at Flat Rock

You can find out about the history of Flat Rock with a trip to The Park at Flat Rock. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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