Many surprises await you in the Palmetto State. It was the first state to establish a library (1698), and it has the highest production of peaches than Georgia. South Carolina is home to many things you might not expect. There are beautiful beaches and oak trees, as well as historic estates and cultural tours. South Carolina is a state that combines old and new, land, sea and air. You can spend some time in the country Charleston, Columbia to visit an African village and learn about Gullah culture. You may also be able to set off from the mainland and visit South Carolina’s many island, where you might find a century-old oak or the home of a well-known author.
Charleston’s Historic District
Charleston’s historic district is home to many of the landmarks and sites that are central to South Carolina history. The Heyward Washington House, located at 87 Church St., is noteworthy because it was built as the Georgian-style townhouse of Thomas Heyward Jr. in 1772. The “Washington” part is important because President George Washington stayed there for a week in 1791. The attraction’s architecture is not the only thing that makes it special. It was also home to many enslaved persons. Today visitors can get a better idea of the living conditions of enslaved workers. Original paint, floors, and fixtures are still in place from the 1850s. Recent visitors to the Aiken-Rhett House praised its emphasis on the slavery experience. Original paint, floors and fixtures are still in place from the 1850s. The 181 Church St. wholesale grocery store was established in 1852. It became the largest in the South and the founder hired his first clerks to join the business. The current Hotel Emeline is the location. It has its own archive that spans collections from 1920 to World War II. There’s also a Clerks coffee shop. Don’t forget to take a walk through the White Point Garden, located in downtown. The park’s old oaks, Civil War cannons, and monuments offer stunning views of Fort Sumter and the harbor.
Drayton Hall
While there are many historic homes in the Palmetto State area, Drayton Hall is the oldest intact plantation home in America. It dates back to 1738. This structure was home to seven generations and has been preserved rather than restored to its original decor. John Drayton, the founder, was wealthy largely because of his 100 plantations. The enslaved workers who labored them were estimated to number in the thousands. Visitors noticed that Drayton’s archaeologists, despite their ongoing preservation work, are fascinating to talk with. Rabbit Hutch | Top 13 Rabbit Hutch
Tour an African village
The Oyotunji African Village covers 27 acres in Seabrook and is home to families from West Africa and Yoruba cultures. “King” Ofuntola Oseijeman Adelabu Adefunmi II (born Walter Eugene King) founded the village in the woods in 1970. Oba Waja is his name. He was initiated into Orisa-Vodun priesthood, Cuba, in the 1950s. This unique community celebrates and educates visitors about the cultural practices of African tribes and their societal contributions. There are monthly festivals, historical documents and original art. For an additional fee, you can book village tours that last for up to one hour through the OAV website. Discounts are available for groups of 10 and younger.
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