What is mulberry grove plantation?

• Mulberry Grove Plantation is located in Port Wentworth, Georgia, near Savannah.
• The plantation was established in the early 18th century by a wealthy planter named Dr. Richard Richardson.
• Mulberry Grove was named after the mulberry trees that were grown on the property to feed silkworms for silk production.
• The plantation was also known for its production of rice, indigo, and other crops.
• The most famous owner of Mulberry Grove was Eli Whitney, who invented the cotton gin while living on the plantation in 1793.
• The plantation house was destroyed during the Civil War, but some outbuildings still remain on the property.
• Mulberry Grove Plantation is now a privately owned residence and is not open to the public for tours or visits.