Historical Land Adventure at Frogmore Cotton Plantation
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, with mostly flat terrain and guided tours
Overview
Step into the past at Frogmore Cotton Plantation, where history and agriculture meet in South Carolina’s Lowcountry. Discover authentic stories of resilience and innovation through guided tours of historic buildings and the plantation’s legendary steam gin.
Fall Pilgrimage - Frogmore
Tour anytime between 10:00 am - 1:30 pm
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About This Adventure
Explore Frogmore Cotton Plantation and Gins, a captivating blend of history and modern agriculture. Discover authentic cabins, a rare antique steam gin, and the evolution of cotton farming through guided tours. Learn about the lives of formerly enslaved individuals and the plantation's role during the Civil War, making this a unique educational experience.
Frogmore Cotton Plantation and Gins is a working plantation from the 1700s until today with authentic cabins, a rare antique steam gin, a plantation store, and modern farming with a computerized cotton gin.
COTTON THEN AND NOW: Guided tour; first-hand accounts of formerly enslaved; U.S. legalities of enslavement, wealth and goals of the 1850s plantation owners; botanicals aspects of cotton; 1870-1965sharecropping; computerized methods of ginning and farming today.
PLANTATION CIVIL WAR TOUR: Explains causes of the war and changes on plantations along the Mississippi River under U.S Martial Law, National Park Service approval.
*Cotton to pick *Historical-Educational-Agricultural-Industrial *Rand McNally MUST SEE SITE
Adventure Tips
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Tours involve walking around historic sites and uneven terrain, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
Bring water and sun protection
South Carolina's climate can be warm; stay hydrated and use sunblock during your visit.
Carry a notebook or camera
Capture the historic details and scenic views to remember your experience.
Plan your visit during the cooler months
Spring and fall offer milder weather ideal for outdoor touring and exploration.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Great Blue Herons
- Gopher Tortoises
History
Frogmore Plantation played a significant role during the Civil War and was pivotal in Southern cotton production, embodying both agricultural innovation and complex social history.
Conservation
The plantation actively promotes sustainable practices by preserving historic landscapes and minimizing impact through eco-friendly tourism initiatives.