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Happening in
January 2026
Jan 10
January 10, 2026
SOLD OUT Celebrate 50 Years with Free Admission to Drayton Hall In honor of our 50th anniversary of being open to the public, Drayton Hall Preservation Trust is delighted to…
Jan 24
January 24, 2026
Stargazing on the Ashley at Drayton Hall – Charleston’s Premier Winter Astronomy Event Join Drayton Hall and the Lowcountry Stargazers for one of Charleston, South Carolina’s most magical winter experiences…
Happening in
February 2026
Feb 7
February 7, 2026
Join us for a very special bird and nature walk led by Nicole Marie Petinelli with the Charleston Natural History Society. Guests will enjoy walking the historic landscape of Drayton…
Feb 7
February 7, 2026
Celebrate 50 Years with Free Admission to Drayton Hall In honor of our 50th anniversary of being open to the public, Drayton Hall Preservation Trust is delighted to welcome guests…
Feb 12
February 12, 2026
Historic documents kept at Drayton Hall reveal details about the complex roles taken on by enslaved women: skilled workers, mothers, caretakers, and agents of change and resistance. In this webinar,…
Feb 19
February 19, 2026
Inside Delftware: Secrets, Stories, and the Women Who Shaped It Drayton Hall in Collaboration with the Charleston Library Society On February 19, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., the Charleston Library Society…
Feb 21
February 21, 2026
Whether you’re brand new to photography or you’ve owned your camera for years but never quite unlocked its full potential, this class is a must. We’ll demystify the Triangle of…
Happening in
March 2026
Mar 7
March 7, 2026
Experience a Candlelight Tour at Historic Drayton Hall in Charleston, SC Create an unforgettable historic experience in Charleston, South Carolina, with a candlelight tour of Drayton Hall — one of…
Mar 19
March 19, 2026
Kick off Charleston’s premier spring event with an exclusive evening of antiques, art, and preservation. The 2026 Preview Party benefits Drayton Hall Preservation Trust and offers early access to The…
Mar 20
March 20, 2026
Timeless Influence: How Antiques Shape Generational Design This engaging panel brings together the next generation of rising talent in the design world to explore how classic forms, craftsmanship, and collecting traditions are reinterpreted…
Mar 20
March 20, 2026
Join us for a captivating conversation as AD100 architects Bories & Shearron sit down with Emma Sims-Hilditch to explore the creative inspiration behind her latest book and her storied career in interior…
Mar 21
March 21, 2026
Building on Tradition: The Exploration of a Practice with William Curtis and Russell Windham Drayton Hall is proud to present the 2026 Preview Party Honorary Chairs, Bill Curtis & Russell…
Mar 21
March 21, 2026
Layers of Love – Decorating with Art & Antiques Get ready for a masterclass in timeless elegance! This tête-à-tête promises a deep dive into the world of renowned interior designer…
Mar 21
March 21, 2026
Beyond Blue and White: The Hidden History of Delftware and the Women Behind the Iconic Ceramic In the fall of 2019, over 75 rare pieces of 17th- and 18th-century Delftware…
Mar 22
March 22, 2026
Through Time & Space: Layers of History Revealed from the Ground Beneath Us to the Starts Above Join two of Drayton Hall’s Directors, Trish Lowe Smith and Luke Pecoraro, for…
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April 2026
Apr 4
April 4, 2026
Join professional photographer and tour leader Colin Hocking, LRPS, as he shares with you the tips, tools, and thoughts of how to elevate your photography from that of a casual…
Apr 4
April 4, 2026
Experience Historic Drayton Hall with Wine, Music & Scenic Views Join us on Saturday, April 4 from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm for a unique afternoon at Drayton Hall, Charleston’s…
Apr 11
April 11, 2026
Join Drayton Hall for an Indigo Dyeing Class with Pluff Mud Farms! Guests will learn the process and techniques for dyeing fabric with the historically significant plant inside the Lenhardt…
Apr 25
April 25, 2026
Experience Historic Drayton Hall with Wine, Music & Scenic Views Join us on Saturday, April 25 from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm for a unique afternoon at Drayton Hall, Charleston’s…
Apr 25
April 25, 2026
Join us for a rare, behind-the-scenes Hard Hat Tour of the intricate plaster ceiling rehabilitation project underway inside Drayton Hall’s iconic Great Hall. This exclusive tour offers an up-close look…
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May 2026
May 14
May 14, 2026
Historic buildings are worth saving for so many reasons—but who gets to save them? In this engaging and practical webinar, you’ll learn how you can be a preservationist, no matter…
May 23
May 23, 2026
Experience Drayton Hall After Hours! Bring a date, gather your friends, or make it a family night out at Drayton Hall at Night. Stroll the grounds as the sun sets…

