MIDDLETON PLACE FOUNDATION
CHARLESTON, SC
Middleton Place Foundation is a historic site and plantation located in Charleston, South Carolina. The foundation was established in 1974 with the purpose of preserving the history and culture of the Middleton family and their plantation. The site is home to America's oldest landscaped gardens, which were first designed in the 1740s by Henry Middleton, the original owner of the plantation. The gardens feature terraced lawns, reflecting pools, and sculpted shrubs.
The plantation also includes several historic buildings, including the Middleton House, a National Historic Landmark built in the 18th century, and the Plantation Stableyards, where visitors can learn about the daily life of enslaved people who worked on the plantation. Visitors can explore the grounds on self-guided tours or take guided tours led by experienced docents.
In addition to its historic significance, Middleton Place Foundation is also committed to promoting sustainability and environmental conservation. The plantation produces its own organic vegetables, herbs, and fruits, which are used in the on-site restaurant. The foundation also supports research and education programs focused on sustainable agriculture and land management.
Today, Middleton Place Foundation is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, offering a unique glimpse into the history and culture of Charleston and the American South.
MIDDLETON PLACE FOUNDATION is a History Museum in CHARLESTON SC. US MID #8404500223
The museum is classed as HST (History Museums). 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). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 1,462,863 from tax period 201306 (YYYYMM).
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- telephone: 8435566020
MIDDLETON PLACE FOUNDATION
4300 ASHLEY RIVER RD
CHARLESTON
SC
29414-7200
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MIDDLETON PLACE FOUNDATION Information
| MID # | 8404500223 |
| Name | MIDDLETON PLACE FOUNDATION |
| Alternate Name | MIDDLETON PLACE FOUNDATION |
| Classification | History Museums, , Southeastern |
| Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) | 570611604 |
| NTEECC | A54 |
| Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) | 201306 |
| INCOME | 2,804,962 |
| REVENUE | 1,462,863 |
| LAT/LONG | 32.890208, -80.127962 |
| CODES | FIPS State Code: 45 FIPS County Code: 035 US Census Tract: 010801 US Census Block: 1101 |