The Kellum's were one of the most prominent and wealthy families in the United States during the early 1900's. Mrs. Elizabeth Carnegie Kellum was the niece of steel magnate, Andrew Carnegie. Elizabeth had inherited a trust fund worth millions and was considered the richest woman in the country.

While visiting the North Georgia Mountains in 1922, Mr. & Mrs. Kellum and their children fell in love with a valley, approximately nine miles north of Cleveland, Georgia. This area is now known as Kellum Valley. The family purchased over 1000 acres and established a working farm. They raised Arabian horses, angora goats and other livestock.

In addition to the farming operation, the Kellum's built a school and dormitory for underprivileged children. Students from as far away as California, Colorado and NewYork attended this progressive school.

As part of the Kellum estate, the school house and dormitory were impressive structures. Local craftsmen were hired to build the 3 story dormitory. The building was constructed with a full stone basement, two massive chimneys, water tower and indoor plumbing.

On July 4, 1923, the family invited the entire county to a barbecue dinner at the farm and about 1800 people attended. Guests were treated to store bought ice cream, movies in the private theater, dips in the swimming pool and a firework display costing thousands. In 1924, the Kellum's left the farm to make a trip around the world on their private yacht, the Kaimiloa. Only occasionally did they return to the area. In 1928, the school and dormitory burned, leaving the beautiful stone foundations and chimneys as testament to a bygone era. These ruins are still part of the original acreage known as Kellum Valley Farm. Today, Kellum Valley Farm serves as a unique venue for weddings, receptions, family reunions and other gatherings.