Boone Hall Plantation, Plantation and botanical garden in Charleston County, United States
Boone Hall Plantation is a former plantation and botanical garden in Charleston County featuring a Georgian-style mansion, original slave cabins, and distinctive entrance features. The driveway is lined with approximately 89 Southern live oak trees that create a striking visual passage leading to the main house.
Major John Boone established this property in 1681, and his son planted the live oak trees along the driveway in 1743. These two founding moments shaped the plantation's appearance and its development over the centuries.
Nine original slave cabins house the Black History In America Exhibit, telling the stories of enslaved people who lived and worked here. Visitors can learn about their daily lives and contributions through the displays and interpretive materials.
The property opens Monday through Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Sunday from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM with guided tours available. Wear comfortable shoes since exploring the grounds requires walking across different terrain and buildings.
The property continues operating as an active working farm while serving as a historical site and botanical garden with specialized plant collections. This dual purpose is unusual and shows how the land still produces crops alongside its role as a public destination.
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