Calling all members of the Extended Roberson-Seaton Family!!
You may be a family member and not know it; we want to figure that out and meet you! This year's gathering is scheduled September 26, 2010 at Noon. If you plan to attend, we normally bring a family dish to share picnic style and we would like to know you are attending. Send us an e-mail to Roberson Reunion
The reunion is held at Sycamore Springs Park which is a privately owned and funded park of The Clayton Roberson Family Foundation. The park is located approximately 45 miles west of Louisville, Kentucky at 717 West Tunnel Hill Rd. English, Indiana 47118 812-338-3846.You can search more about the extended family at Family Line Search. If your family history has roots in Crawford and Harrison Counties then you may want to look through our available information elsewhere on this website.
Those interested in Yates and Roberson families know that both of these families migrated in the early 1800's from Barren County, KY eventually to Crawford County, IN. Two Roberson brothers married Barren County, Kentucky Yates sisters. Daniel and Esther Roberson paused or lived in Meade County at some point in this migration as their youngest child, Samuel was born in 1821. Daniel Roberson died and was reported as being buried in the Mt. Hope Cemetery. Daniel's widow, Esther with Benjamin & Sarah Roberson and children concluded their migration to Crawford County, Indiana. The pieces are still being pieced together but it would appear that Daniel's family primarily resided in the English, IN area and Benjamin and Sarah Yates Roberson resided in the Grantsburg, IN area.
As a result of longevity, many families have merged creating close ties. Some of the oldest names which merged are Yates, Roberson, Seaton, Denbo, Curl, Laswell, Ott, Clingman, Bell, Baughman, Benham, Burton, Froman, Hedden, Landiss, Stepro. All spelling and derivation of the name Roberson should be considered, particularly if you hail from these counties.
The park is open to individuals and social, civic and religious groups for recreational and educational purposes. It is a beautiful 250 acre farm just outside of English, Indiana, with a long and documented history. We have created an environmentally protected, natural resource that youth and adults alike can enjoy. The abundant wild life, native to this area, makes any trip here enjoyable and educational and gives groups a chance to explore the beauty of nature.
The park has picnic areas with tables, benches and camping areas with electricity and running water. At present there are three shelter houses in the park. These may be reserved for your group. A wedding chapel is under construction. The park is seasonal and opens fully on May 1 each year and closes on November 1. All facilities are open for these six months.
The Park is open daylight hours only. Only those staying the night in the park are given the codes to the gates after closing each day. Evening events which are open to the public can be arranged in the Band Stand area. There are areas specifically set aside for RV’s and overnight camping and available at no cost to the camper. The Park also offers fishing, hiking, swimming, picnicking and camping - all free of charge.. There is no hunting on the property.