Rattle and Snap Plantation

Marker # 3D 74

Text: “Designated a National Historic Landmark by the U.S. Department of the Interior in 1971, Rattle and Snap was built between 1842 and 1845 by George W. Polk and his wife, Sallie Hilliard. Restored to its original character and furnished with period antiques, many from area Polk homes, the grand mansion is among the finest examples of Greek Revival architecture in America. The name derives from a game of chance popular in Colonial America.”

Notes: Marker is easy to get to. Located on Highway 234, near the intersection with Rattle and Snap Drive, the marker points the way to the mansion, which is a good distance away from the road. There is plenty of space to pull off the road on the shoulder and snap a quick picture, or, you can pull into the mansion's driveway and head up to the actual historic site, which is a magnificent house.

Marker Name: Rattle and Snap Plantation Marker Location: Roadside Type of Marker: Building Marker Number: 3D 74 Group(s) Responsible for placing Marker: Tennessee Historical Commission

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At minimum, your visit must consist of a picture of the marker itself or anything referenced on the marker plus additional information you may have learned about the waymark topic. (You and your GPS receiver do not need to be in the picture, but can.)

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