Last updated: September 9, 2024
Place
Corn Crib on Oakland Plantation
Christy Hoover
Quick Facts
Location:
Natchez, LA
Amenities
1 listed
Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits
Corn was an important staple crop for people and animals. The Corn or Square Crib was used to store corn to feed the livestock or to grind into cornmeal. The notched log construction of the central room shows this is the earliest section, while the two wings were added later. Look closely and you can see Roman numerals carved into the timbers, allowing the building to be taken apart and easily reassembled.