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The Opportunity

The Eutaw Springs Witness Tree is far more than a tree. It is a living connection to our nation's past and one of the most extraordinary natural survivors in American history.

According to the expert arborist who recently examined the tree, it is easily older than the Declaration of Independence and may even be older than George Washington, John Adams, and Benjamin Franklin.

For centuries, the tree endured hurricanes, droughts, floods, and lightning strikes. Yet one of the greatest threats to its survival today comes from well-intentioned support cables installed decades ago. Over time, these steel cables have become embedded deep within the tree's bark, restricting growth and creating serious structural risks.

Arborists believe the tree can still be saved through immediate intervention and long-term care.

The total cost of the first year of intensive treatment is $22,000. Thanks to a partnership with the South Carolina 250 Commission, half of that amount is already being covered.

Our goal is to raise the remaining $11,000 by July 4th (what's being calling Giving Fourth) to give this extraordinary witness to history the care it needs.

Together, we can help ensure that future generations experience this living piece of American history.

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The History

The Battle of Eutaw Springs, fought on September 8, 1781, was one of the final major engagements of the American Revolution. The fighting helped weaken British control in the South and paved the way toward American independence.

This majestic live oak was already standing when those events unfolded.

Its branches have stretched across nearly three centuries of American history. It has lived through the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, Reconstruction, two World Wars, and the nation's 250-year journey toward the present day.

In recent years, arborists have identified evidence of immense resilience: scars from lightning strikes, recovery from severe weather, and continued growth despite significant challenges.

Witness Trees are among the most powerful reminders that history is not confined to books or monuments. They are living connections to the people, places, and events that shaped our nation.

As America approaches its 250th anniversary, preserving this remarkable tree offers a rare opportunity to protect both a natural treasure and an irreplaceable witness to our shared story.
 

Have Save a Witness to History

This tree has stood watch over generations of Americans. Now it is our turn to stand for it.

Your gift today will help provide critical arborist care, structural support, monitoring, and preservation efforts needed to give the Eutaw Springs Witness Tree its best chance for survival.

Whether you give $76, $177.60, $250, or more, your support will help preserve a living piece of American history and protect an irreplaceable part of our natural heritage, while honoring America’s 250th.
 

Make Your Gift Today

Help us raise $11,000 this Giving Fourth and ensure that this witness to the American Revolution continues to inspire future generations.

Give now and help save the Eutaw Springs Witness Tree. 

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