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Video Release: Moore Farm Introduction
Deepest appreciation to Ed and the Public Broadcast affiliate, Nashville Public Television for creating this welcome video for the Moore Farm. The video premier is at 12 noon November 11! https://youtu.be/ZuNKP8FwDes

Renee Moore Williams
Nov 7, 20241 min read


Event: Homecoming + Ancestor Day 2024
We appreciate all for attending and participating in the Annual Homecoming Ancestor Day on the grounds of the Moore Chapel Cemetery on October 5, 2024. We honored about 184 ancestors with storytelling, pouring libation, drumming, calling their names, reading historical panels, a military salute, releasing balloons, fellowship, and great soul food. Their presence was felt by the crowd reaching upwards of 100. Attendees said they were deeply moved by the beautiful tributes. Rob

Renee Moore Williams
Oct 7, 20241 min read


Media Release: Ancestor Family Search, Summer 2024
SHARING an update about the restoration of the Moore Chapel Cemetery in Holladay, Tennessee maintained by the descendants of John Henry and Inez Moore and ASKING for your help in contacting any unknown family members who may still be alive who are related to the loved ones buried in the cemetery. Many of these families have Benton County and Decatur County roots. We received a match grant from THC for some of the cost to survey the cemetery. The grant will locate unmarked gra

Renee Moore Williams
Sep 7, 20241 min read


Video Release: Wisdom of the Elders
Daniel, a Moore descendant sharing stories and wisdom.

Renee Moore Williams
Aug 7, 20241 min read


Project: Cemetery Preservation, Summer 2024
The preservation efforts are in full swing at the Moore Chapel Cemetery. We are honored to be a part of this important work as we gather, compile, and analyze information to memorialize the ancestors resting in this special place. Thank you TN Historical Commission for your support.

Renee Moore Williams
Jul 7, 20241 min read


Project ~ Happy Trails to You, Spring 2024
So excited about the construction of a historical and recreational trail at the Moore Family Century Farm. Taking a walk in the woods. We...

Renee Moore Williams
Jun 7, 20241 min read


Article ~ Camden Chronicle, April 2024
Archeologists search for buried history at the Moore Family Century Farm and Cemetery.

Renee Moore Williams
May 7, 20241 min read


Television Newscast ~ WBBJ-TV, March 2024
Gratifying to appear with family on ABC television affiliate WBBJ-TV to speak about the impact of one of our projects on African American...

Renee Moore Williams
Apr 7, 20241 min read



Renee Moore Williams
Mar 7, 20240 min read


Press Release ~ Celebrate and Honor Black History Month with a Preservation Donation, February 2024
For Every $4 You Donate Today We Will Get $6 In case you missed the news, we’re launching phase two of a historical trail, cemetery,...

Renee Moore Williams
Feb 7, 20242 min read


Photo Press Release ~ Winter Wonderland, January 2024
A few pictures capturing the beauty of winter at our farm.

Renee Moore Williams
Jan 7, 20241 min read


Annual Report Release ~ Year In Review, December 2023
Just be thankful for what you got... William DeVaught Wow! 2023 was an amazing year for our organization and the people we serve each...

Renee Moore Williams
Dec 7, 20232 min read


Press Release ~ For Every $4 You Donate Today We Will Get $6, November 2023
#GivingTuesday is just one week away on November 28, 2023! Because you’re such a wonderful friend to the Moore Family Century Farm, I...
Sheila Williams
Nov 21, 20232 min read


Event ~ Moore Ancestor Day, October 2023
Images reflecting current and past Ancestor Days at the Moore Chapel Cemetery.

Renee Moore Williams
Oct 31, 20231 min read


Sheila Williams
Oct 31, 20230 min read


Sheila Williams
Oct 31, 20230 min read


Article ~ Tennessee Historical Commission, September 2023
The Tennessee Historical Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, has awarded Moore Farm Federal Historic Preservation Funds...
Sheila Williams
Oct 2, 20231 min read


Webinar Testimony ~ US Forestry Service, August 2023
Moore Farm was invited to share our story during the White House/USDA webinar regarding an upcoming funding opportunity for Underserved...
Sheila Williams
Sep 2, 20231 min read


Article: LinkedIn ~ American Forest Foundation, August 2023
A distinction to receive coverage about our testimony from the AFF organization. We appreciate their support!
Sheila Williams
Aug 17, 20231 min read


Testimony ~ USDA Forest Service, August 2023
Renee Moore Williams, manager of the 154-years-old Moore Family Century Farm in Tennessee, provided testimony at the U.S. Forest Service...
Sheila Williams
Aug 17, 20231 min read
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