Douglas Walworth became the owner of the house after the death of his parents. Douglas was adjutant general to William T. Martin who was a Confederate general from Natchez, with whom Douglas was also associated in a law practice. From 1859 to 1860, Douglas served as a state legislator. He also worked as the editor of The Daily Democrat in Natchez for many years. The Walworth family owned the Burn until 1935. Mr. and Mrs. Reuben L. Harper bought the residence in 1978, they extensively renovated the house and grounds. The Burn welcomes tourists every day and it has been on the Natchez Pilgrimage tour.
