Midfield Plantation

Midfield Plantation is an archaeological site in Kershaw County featuring a two-story house built in 1821 with a hip roof and wooden frame resting on a high masonry basement. The property includes original outbuildings such as a kitchen and smokehouse that remain on the grounds.

The house dates to the early 1800s and underwent major changes around 1900 when substantial additions were made to the rear, altering its original form. Its listing on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978 recognized it as an important example of the period.

The kitchen and smokehouse structures still standing on the grounds show how daily work was organized on a South Carolina plantation. These buildings give visitors a sense of how domestic life and food preparation were separated from the main residence.

The site sits northeast of Boykin along South Carolina Highway 23 and covers about 5 acres for visitors to walk and explore. The location is accessible by car and offers space to see the house and outbuildings at your own pace.

The rear of the house shows distinctive changes made around 1900 that still visible today on the structure. These additions reveal how the original early 1800s design was adapted to suit the different needs of later residents.

Location: Kershaw County

GPS coordinates: 34.12778,-80.55778

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:12