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Drayton Hall
3380 Ashley River Road, Charleston, SC 29414
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Hours | Mar-Oct daily 8:30am-4:30pm; Nov-Feb daily 8:30am-4pm. Tours on the hour | |
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Location | Old Ashley River Rd. (S.C. 61), | |
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Transportation | Take U.S. 17 S. to S.C. 61; it's 9 miles northwest of Charleston | |
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Phone | 843/766-0188 | |
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Web site | www.draytonhall.org | |
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Prices | Admission $14 adults, $8 children 12-18, $6 children 6-11, free for children 5 and under | |
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Closed | Closed Thanksgiving Day and Dec 25 | |
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This is one of the oldest surviving plantations, built in 1738 and owned by the Drayton family until 1974. Framed by majestic live oaks, the Georgian-Palladian house is a property of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Its hand-carved woodwork and plasterwork represent New World craftsmanship at its finest. Because such modern elements as electricity, plumbing, and central heating have never put in an appearance, the house is much as it was in its early years; in fact, it is displayed unfurnished. You can visit an African-American cemetery and take self-guided walks along the river.
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0 stars | Frommer's Recommended |
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