An African American roadside community lived and worked on this historic site from emancipation well into the 20th century. Their culture and traditions heavily influenced those of surrounding communities, and their story is deeply woven into Montgomery County’s rich history. At the center of this site is Oakley Cabin, which was inhabited until 1976 and now serves as a living history museum.

Free guided museum tours are offered on the second and fourth Saturdays, with special events happening on the second Saturday from April - October:

May 9 - “Quilting Bee” Workshop
June 13 - “Rhythms & Sounds” Children’s Musical Instrument Workshop
July 11 - “Antebellum Eco-Explorers” Workshop
August 8 - “Discovering Our Roots” Genealogy Workshop
September 12 - Beginners Basket Making Workshop
October 10 - “Harvest Delights” Hearth Cooking Workshop