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An Essential American Experience
The historic preservation work and interpretation of history at Middleton Place focuses on major contributions of the Middleton family as well as the enslaved Africans and African Americans who lived and worked here. The stories are a microcosm of United States history. From the early Colonial period through the Revolution, the early Republic, the Civil War era and beyond, they made a mark on the land, the colony, state and nation.
learn moreThe Middleton Place National Historic Landmark is a place where the past greets the present on garden paths more than a quarter millennium old. Middleton Place is an American treasure and a testament to people, what they can accomplish and what they can overcome.
As part of Middleton Place’s mission to share the stories of the enslaved people who made a way of life and an economic empire possible, the Middleton Place Foundation conducted a 10-year research project to reveal the names and stories of the more than 2,800 enslaved people owned by the Middleton family from 1738 to 1865. A permanent exhibit in Eliza’s House, a book, and documentary film explore the lives, families, and contributions of some seven generations of enslaved people.
Beyond The Fields – Slavery at Middleton Place
The Beyond the Fields tour introduces visitors to the institution of slavery and the lives lived by enslaved Africans and African Americans – both slave and free - who labored at Middleton Place and other plantations throughout the South. It explores their personal and family lives, their faith, their leisure activities and the extraordinary cultural contributions they and their descendants made, and continue to make, to modern day America. Their story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit.
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February 25, 2020
Camellia Walks
In the depths of winter, the beauty of camellias enhance the Gardens with thousands of blossoms. Special 11:00 am walking tours given by expert guides focus on the historic camellias, including the 1786 Reine des Fleurs, one of the first...
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February 27, 2020
Camellia Walks
In the depths of winter, the beauty of camellias enhance the Gardens with thousands of blossoms. Special 11:00 am walking tours given by expert guides focus on the historic camellias, including the 1786 Reine des Fleurs, one of the first...
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February 27, 2020
Hands-On Sail-Stitching
Being able to do a simple stitch was skill that was utilized by both male and female during the 18th & 19th centuries. Under the guidance of a costumed interpreter, guests will get a hands-on lesson in the basic of...
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February 29, 2020
Camellia Walks
In the depths of winter, the beauty of camellias enhance the Gardens with thousands of blossoms. Special 11:00 am walking tours given by expert guides focus on the historic camellias, including the 1786 Reine des Fleurs, one of the first...
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February 29, 2020
“Mama Hattie Remembers. . .” A Story of African American Life Through Stories & Song
Join Mama Hattie as she recalls her life growing up in the Low Country of South Carolina. This special presentation includes elements of such rich African American traditions as storytelling and music. Program takes place every Saturday in February at...
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March 3, 2020
Camellia Walks
In the depths of winter, the beauty of camellias enhance the Gardens with thousands of blossoms. Special 11:00 am walking tours given by expert guides focus on the historic camellias, including the 1786 Reine des Fleurs, one of the first...
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