HAMPTON PLANTATION STATE HISTORIC SITE

CHARLESTON, SC

Hampton Plantation State Historic Site is a preserved plantation located in Charleston, South Carolina. The site covers 335 acres and is situated on the banks of the Santee River.

The plantation was established in the early 18th century and was originally used for rice cultivation. The main house, a Georgian-style mansion, was constructed in 1735 and has been preserved in its original state. The house features a two-story piazza, a formal dining room, and a drawing room.

Visitors to the site can take a guided tour of the plantation house, which includes a look at the original furniture and artwork. There is also a guided nature trail that takes visitors through the surrounding forest and wetlands, providing a chance to see wildlife such as alligators, turtles, and birds.

In addition, the site features several outbuildings, including the plantation kitchen, a smokehouse, and a dairy. These buildings have been restored and provide an insight into the daily life of those who lived and worked on the plantation.

Hampton Plantation State Historic Site is a popular destination for history enthusiasts and nature lovers alike, offering a glimpse into South Carolina's past and a chance to experience the natural beauty of the state.

HAMPTON PLANTATION STATE HISTORIC SITE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in CHARLESTON SC. US MID #8404500051

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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HAMPTON PLANTATION STATE HISTORIC SITE
1500 OLD TOWNE RD.
CHARLESTON
SC
29407

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