Peter's Point Plantation, Greek Revival plantation on Edisto Island, South Carolina
Peter's Point Plantation is a two-story Greek Revival house on Edisto Island with classical columns and wide covered porches. The rectangular building is supported by eight Tuscan columns and has a low gabled roof characteristic of the style.
Isaac Jenkins Mikell built the house in 1840 and turned it into one of the major Sea Island cotton production centers. The plantation became a significant economic force in the region during the 1800s.
The house reflects how plantation architecture in South Carolina became more refined and formally designed during the 1800s. Its classical columns show the wealth that cotton production brought to landowners in this region.
The property is protected by a conservation agreement that ensures its long-term preservation. Visitors can focus on the location where two creeks meet, which highlights the historical significance of the site.
The property sits where two creeks meet and once served as a departure point for a French dignitary during his American travels. This location between the waterways made the site particularly valuable for trade and movement.
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