The Gilmore Farm

The Gilmore Farm – Owned By A Former Slave Who Lived By Montpelier

Hamilton Historical Records

The Gilmore Farm, also known as the Gilmore Cabin, was owned by George, a former slave, and his wife Polly who lived in proximity to President James Madison’s Montpilier. George and Polly leased the farm from Doctor James Ambrose Madison, the great-nephew of President James Madison.

Published by Hamilton Historical Records

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