Walnut Grove (Clarksville, Maryland)

Walnut Grove is a historic plantation home in Clarksville, Maryland, built in 1780 by Revolutionary War patriot Col Gassaway Watkins. The site features a stone manor house and an onsite cemetery, reflecting its rich history. Originally part of land patented by Thomas Browne, the property has seen various owners, including racetrack and farm owner John Gill. In 1979, it was placed under a historic preservation easement, and there are ongoing discussions about potential development on the surrounding 202 acres.