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Drayton Hall

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Drayton Hall is one of the only pre-Revolutionary houses in close original condition, and the oldest preserved plantation house in America still open to the public. The plantation was built in 1738 and owned by the Drayton family until it was sold to the National Trust for Historic Preservation in 1974. When you visit Drayton Hall, you will learn about the Drayton family, along with the seven generations of the Bowen family brought to Drayton Hall as slaves. When you visit, be advised that the house looks like it did in the early years, and it is displayed unfurnished. The Gates Gallery, located on the plantation grounds, has a rotating exhibit of decorative art objects that once belonged to the Drayton Family. The gallery also displays archeological artifacts from the estate and its inhabitants. While at the plantation, visit one of the oldest documented African American cemeteries still in use. The earliest surviving record describes its use as a “burying ground” from around 1790. Allow about 2 hours to tour the house, the yard and the cemetery.

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Drayton Hall Photos

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Drayton Hall Hours and Admission

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Drayton Hall Address and Map

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Current and Upcoming Events
at Drayton Hall

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What: Sip and Stroll at Drayton Hall with the Bluestone Ramblers
When: Nov. 9, 2024
Time: 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Where: Drayton Hall
Admission: General Admission $25 / Friends of Drayton Hall $15

You are invited to stroll the landscape of Drayton Hall with a glass in hand from 2:30pm-4:30 pm on Nov. 9, 2024.  You will be welcomed to historic Drayton Hall, to enjoy live music from one of Charleston’s favorite bluegrass band, The Bluestone Ramblers as well as our Landscape Audio Tour. Guests will have the opportunity to purchase wine & beer by the glass while walking the grounds and learn about the historic happenings on the landscape. Guests will also receive a complimentary wine glass, or koozie, to take home. Beer and wine will be available for purchase.  Credit card only. Register online.

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What: The Art of Gardening: Autumn Harvest Floral Arrangement Workshop
When: Nov. 23, 2024
Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Where: Drayton Hall
Admission: General Admission $95 / Friends of Drayton Hall $90

Join Drayton Hall’s Landscape & Horticulture Technician in the garden on November 23, 2024, for a hands-on workshop.  Guest will arrange their own Autumn Harvest Floral arrangement.  All supplies will be provided. This event is from 1 pm - 3 pm. Register online.

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