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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.

Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site

Find out about the history of Flat Rock when you spend time at Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

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.

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.

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 relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Western North Carolina Air Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Western North Carolina Air Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Barker Heights. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.