Magnolia Plantation, Historic plantation in Charleston County, United States.
Description
This plantation is a 464-acre estate in Charleston County with landscaped gardens, walking paths, and bridges distributed across natural areas bordering the Ashley River. The grounds blend cultivated sections with natural landscapes, offering multiple routes for exploration.
History
The Drayton family founded this plantation in 1679, making it one of the oldest surviving plantations in South Carolina. The property remained in family hands through fifteen generations, growing in significance as a regional estate.
Culture
Restored cabins and exhibits here document the lives of enslaved people who created the Gullah language and culture. Walking through these spaces, visitors encounter the stories and daily experiences of this community.
Practical
Visitors can explore the grounds through guided tours, a nature train ride, and boat excursions available daily. Multiple options allow you to choose how much time to spend and what areas interest you most.
Did you know?
The grounds hold a collection of 900 camellia varieties, one of the largest in North America with specimens dating to the 1840s. These rare plants have been carefully maintained across decades, reflecting the botanical interests of past owners.
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South Carolina combines American history with coastal landscapes and urban parks. Charleston preserves colonial architecture from the 18th century, including the Nathaniel Russell House and Drayton Hall. Plantations such as Magnolia, Middleton Place, and Boone Hall show the agricultural past and the...
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