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African American history, Breaking News, Genealogy, Research, Staff

On February 21, Drayton Hall President and Executive Director Dr. George W. McDaniel will present “Towards a More Complete History: Connecting Places and People by Engaging Descendants” at the highly…

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African American history, Distinguished Speakers Series, Friends of Drayton Hall, Genealogy, Research

The 2015 Drayton Hall Distinguished Speakers Series begins this month with an insightful presentation focused not so much on the place of Drayton Hall, but rather, its people. Please join…

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Breaking News, Preservation

Every year, Drayton Hall closes its gates to the public so that our staff can work on the house and grounds. We will be closed February 2-6 for house cleaning, preservation…

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Distinguished Speakers Series, Friends of Drayton Hall

The Friends of Drayton Hall are pleased to present the second season of the Drayton Hall Distinguished Speakers Series. Beginning with the opening event of the 2015 season, you’ll experience a…

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Staff

So that our staff may enjoy the holidays with their loved ones, Drayton Hall will be closed Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve Day, and New Year’s Day.…

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African American history, Breaking News, Staff

How do you research, document, and interpret the history of a community that has seemingly vanished from the landscape? A session last November at the National Preservation Conference in Savannah…

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