Fonti Flora (Fountains, Flowers) built around 1836 prior to the War Between the States by Dr. George Butler Pearson, whose ancestors were among Fairfield's earliest and most influential citizens. Sherman's soldiers looted the house in 1865. Charred wainscoting in one room is a reminder of their visit. Home is now owned by Mrs. George Tomlin, a descendant of Dr. Pearson. Excerpt from the diary of George Pearson's daughter Elizabeth may be viewed here.

Fonti Flora in 2004

 

Blair, SC is located on the Broad River in Fairfield County, about 40 miles north of Columbia, and about 50 mile south of Charlotte, NC. It was named after my ancestors whe settled there in the late 1700's

Maps of Blair. Click on image to open large map in new window