SCOPE & CONTENT

The collection consists entire of photocopied materials pertaining to the history of the Rattle and Snap plantation and home.  A large segment of the information is regarding the Polk family and their history while residing at Rattle and Snap.  Also included are records of the gardens, landscaping, architecture, renovations, and the National Register Nomination.  This collection provides an excellent resource on the history of the Rattle and Snap home and grounds.