Middleton's Plantation, Colonial plantation in Charleston County, United States.
Middleton's Plantation is a Colonial-era plantation in Charleston County stretching across roughly 110 acres along the Ashley River. The surviving south wing of the main house dates to the 1700s, and formal gardens with terraced levels and lakes shape the landscape.
The plantation was established in the 1740s and became a major estate. The main house suffered extensive damage in 1865 during the Civil War, with only portions of the south and north wings surviving the destruction.
The site tells stories of both the Middleton family and the enslaved people whose labor sustained the plantation. Visitors can learn about their experiences through displays and programs throughout the grounds.
Daily guided tours are available and offer insights into several centuries of American history. An on-site restaurant and inn provide dining and overnight options for visitors.
The gardens were established in the 1730s and are considered the oldest landscaped gardens in the United States. Their design with terraces and water features set them apart from the practical gardens common in that era.
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