Events

2026

Happening in
March 2026

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…

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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…

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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 the latest Sims Hilditch book and the studio’s distinguished body of work. This…

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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…

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Mar 21

March 21, 2026

Join us for a morning of stitching with Rudy Saunders! This workshop is suitable for stitchers of all levels, including beginners. We will be working on a bespoke canvas designed…

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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…

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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…

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Mar 22

March 22, 2026

Through Time & Space: Layers of History Revealed from the Ground Beneath Us to the Stars Above Join us as we take you on a behind-the-scenes tour of the exhibition…

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Happening in
April 2026

Apr 1

April 1, 8, 15, 22

Offered April 1, 8, 15, 22 Wonder Wednesdays Toddlers and pre-schoolers are invited to join us at Drayton Hall for a fun program just for you: Wonder Wednesday! In the…

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Apr 3

April 3, 10, 17, 24

Toddlers and pre-schoolers are invited to join us at Drayton Hall this fall for a brand-new program just for you: Family Fridays! Bring the little ones for story time followed by crafts or games, then take your time enjoying Drayton Hall’s landscape together with scavenger hunts and other fun activities to engage young learners. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited. Educator-led story time and crafts or games will begin at 10:00 and end by 11:00.

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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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Happening in
May 2026

May 9

May 9, 2026

From the beginning of European colonization of North America in the 16th/17th centuries, alcoholic beverages for daily consumption, celebration, and ceremony were commonplace across all strata of society. Punch in…

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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…

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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…

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