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Northampton Plantation Slave Quarters
The archaeology at the site has focused on its two slave quarters and has revealed important information regarding their archetecture. Additionally, finds of everyday objects have provided great insight into the lives of the slaves and tenant farmers who lived there. Northampton Plantation offers a number of ways for citizens of Prince George's County to get involved in the ongoing archaeological research at the site. The Natural and Historical Resources Division sponsors a volunteer archaeology program at the site, in addition to providing opportunities for student internships. LocationLake Overlook Drive between Water Port Court and Lake Overlook Place,
Lake Arbor, MD 20721
301-627-1286; TTY 301-699-2544 (Archaeology Program)
301-454-1780; TTY 301-454-1472 (Black History Program)
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Beginning in 1673, Northampton Plantation was worked by the Sprigg family and
their slaves for nearly 200 years. After the Civil War, the plantation was sold
and worked as a farm until the 1950's. As a result, 300 years of African
American history has been preserved on the site in the form of historical
documents, oral histories, and archaeological finds.