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Archaeology, Collections, Fieldwork, Internships, Preservation, Uncategorized

“My name is Madeline Graham; I am a rising senior in the Historic Preservation Department at the College of Charleston interning with Drayton Hall’s Preservation Department. Each day is filled…

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“Every day really is exciting and different at Drayton Hall!” Sarah Ringering, historical interpreter and educator, tells us why she loves working at Drayton Hall.  If you are interested in joining…

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Education, Uncategorized

  During Drayton Hall’s Brown Bag Lunch Series today, two educators from Ashley Hall School for Girls presented a newly developed and implemented education program.  Social Studies teacher Melanie Gibson and Art…

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Preservation, Uncategorized

Every Fall, Charles Drayton and his family removed from Drayton Hall to Sullivan’s Island only to return after the first frost of the season.  Why? To escape the heat and humidity. …

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Preservation, Uncategorized

How do we preserve the oldest plantation house in America open to the public?  We want to share our approach with you!   During our Preservation Technology Tour, professional guides introduce…

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Breaking News, Event, Uncategorized

Ourboard and staff members were pleased to welcome Stephanie Meeks, the new president of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, to Drayton Hall.  Meeks, having only been in office three…

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