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Martin Van Buren National Historic SiteBust of Martin Van Buren by Hiram Powers.
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Martin Van Buren National Historic Site
People
 

At any time during Martin Van Buren's twenty-one year residency, an intriguing collection of people lived within his home and in the nearby communities. There was a stream of family, politicians, friends, guests and children constantly coming and going. Additionally, there was a ever-changing mix of domestic and agricultural employees. Some of the workers were native born, many were immigrants, most were white, some were black.  To read what some of the extensive research reveals about the people associated with Lindenwald click on the links.

Stonewall Jackson Shrine  

Did You Know?
Stonewall Jackson died in an outbuilding on the Chandler Plantation at Guinea Station on May 10, 1863. Guinea Station was the busy Confederate supply station during the Chancellorsville Campaign. Everything coming into the army and going out from the army went through Guinea Station.

Last Updated: April 08, 2008 at 10:54 EST