Originally part of a 117-acre tract called "Shapleigh's Chance."
Surveyed in 1667 for Philip Shapleigh of Northumberland County, Virginia.
Sold to William Travers of Hoopers Island in 1679.
Identified as "an endangered Maryland treasure" by the Maryland Commission for Celebration 2000.
Restored by The Friends of the Graveyard, 2000-2006.
