Stagville State Historic Site

Stagville is a state historic site, dedicated to teaching and sharing the history of the Cameron plantations, the Horton Grove slave quarters, and the families that were enslaved on the property.

Stagville State Historic Site is a portion of one of the largest plantations in the state of North Carolina. By 1860, the slaveholding family owned nearly 30,000 acres of land, and claimed ownership over more than 900 enslaved people. The site features the first house built for slaveholders, four houses where enslaved families lived, and a barn constructed by enslaved craftsmen. Interpretation at Stagville focuses on the stories of enslaved people and their descendants. Stagville provides free, public tours of these structures, as well as events and education programs for all ages. Volunteers at Stagville act as docents and educators, teaching the public and students about the history of Stagville. Volunteers can lead guided tours, or participate in hands-on living history! Volunteers can also support the site by staffing the visitors center and orienting visitors. Research projects are available as well for those who want to read and write instead!