Plantation Pleasures

It is no secret that many people move to South Carolina to get a glimpse or feel for the history on which our great nation was founded. The historic district sits just across the Ashley River from Daniel’s Orchard. Middleton Place is one of three gorgeously preserved plantations that lie in the area.
Originally established in 1741 by Henry Middleton, President of the first Continental Congress the home and surrounding gardens have survived countless incidents including the Revolutionary and Civil wars and the great earthquake of 1886. While the home at Middleton is gorgeous, the plantation is most known for its striking gardens—originally designed by Arthur Middleton around 1865.
Arthur Middleton was one of the original signers of the Declaration of Independence.

After years of war, fire and earthquakes, Middleton Place lay neglected until purchased by JJ Pringle Smith in 1916. Smith and his family spent years restoring the gardens and plantation to its original beauty.

Today, visitors to Middleton Place can enjoy a variety of activities and events. The plantation’s stable yards are home to water buffalo, horses, cows, sheep, pigs and a variety of other animals. Craftsmen, clothed in period attire practice weaving, pottery, carpentry and blacksmithing.

Middleton Place is open daily at 9:00 am and schedules vary depending on special events at the plantation. For more information please visit http://www.middletonplace.org/. or call 800-782-3608.