Atalaya and Brookgreen Gardens

Atalaya and Brookgreen Gardens is an architectural ensemble in Georgetown County featuring a castle with Spanish Revival design and expansive gardens. The property contains natural landscapes, walking paths, and sculpture displays spread across the grounds.

Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington established this winter residence and sculpture garden complex between 1931 and 1933. They incorporated Moorish design elements into the structures, creating a new venue for displaying art to the public.

This place holds the first public sculpture garden in the United States, displaying artworks from late 19th and mid-20th century artists. The collection shows how sculptures were integrated into natural surroundings for public enjoyment.

The grounds are accessible through Huntington Beach State Park and offer extensive walking paths for exploration. Plan enough time for your visit, as the property is large and spreads across multiple areas.

Anna Huntington used a private area of the property as her personal art studio and observation space. There she studied animals to use as subjects for her later sculptures.

Location: Georgetown County

Architects: Archer Milton Huntington

GPS coordinates: 33.51389,-79.08528

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:07