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The February 2014 edition of Early American Life features an eight-page spread on the history and architecture of Drayton Hall. Written by Winfield Ross, the article contains interviews with Charlie Drayton, the last Drayton family owner of the house; George McDaniel, executive director of the site; and Carter Hudgins, director of preservation and education. Accompanying the article are beautiful photographs of Drayton Hall’s collection, historic landscape, and interior architectural details. Highlighted is Drayton Hall’s method of preservation and the meticulous work being done to maintain the house’s historical edifice. We hope you enjoy this sneak peek!
Article Link: Drayton Hall in Early American Life
Hannah Truman is a graduate student completing her MS in the Clemson University Historic Preservation program. As the 2024 Riley Collections Fellow, Hannah documented nail holes, extant hanging…
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Flights of Fancy was made possible through the generosity of the Preview Party Committee members and corporate sponsors of the 2024 Preview Party for The Charleston Show. We are grateful…
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I recently found a photo from the day my graduate school cohort first visited Drayton Hall. In this 2009 photograph, I’m seated on the portico with my classmates listening to…
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3380 Ashley River Road
Charleston, SC 29414
Drayton Hall's main house and landscape are open to the public daily from 9 am to 5:00pm* (gate closes at 3:30 pm). The gate will accept no cash transactions.
