Built in 1853 by Leonard Waller Groce, the land was purchased from an original Spanish land grant of 67,000 acres assigned to Justo Liendo, the plantation's namesake. One of Texas' earliest cotton plantations, Liendo was the social center of Texas receiving and lavishly entertaining early Texas dignitaries. A typical Southron plantation, Liendo was self-sufficient, and was entirely built by skilled slave laborers including brick and stone masons, carpenters, and smiths.

During the War Between the States, the plantation hosted two training camps on it's grounds. Camp Groce for Infantry, and Camp Carter for Cavalry. Many of the Regiments who attend this Reenactment weekend, had their historical beginnings here. The plantation grounds also included an interment camp, and a hospital.

After the war George Armstrong Custer was stationed at Liendo, his wife joining him soon after his arrival. Under orders to burn it when he left, Custer disobeyed, most likely, in appreciation for the gracious hospitality which he, and his wife, had received.
 
 

Infantry, Cavalry and Artillery are welcomed but pre-registration is a must due to limited space.  Bounty will be paid at the end of the event to the first four Confederate and first four Federal Artillery pieces registered.  The Sutler area is in front of the manor and very close to the camps.  Hay, water, firewood, porta-johns and Reenactor breakfast and Saturday dinner will be provided.
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Friday the camps will be open at 9 am for school districts to bring in students to witness military and folk life demonstrations, get a look at army camp life, and witness a skirmish at 12 pm.

Liendo Plantation is located outside of Hempstead, TX, just 45 minutes from the heart of Houston at the crossroads of Highway 290, and FM 1488.
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Liendo, and the 11th Texas Cavalry HQ are very excited about this event and hope that you can come join us.
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For further information please contact: 
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Michele Wendt
Phone: 979.826.3126
or e-mail 
Liendos@aol.com