Boone Hall Plantation
Boone Hall Plantation is a historic site in South Carolina known for its beautiful landscape and rich Southern heritage.
About Boone Hall Plantation
Boone Hall Plantation, located near Charleston, South Carolina, spans over 738 acres of rich lowcountry landscape. The plantation is renowned for its scenic live oak trees lined with Spanish moss, creating a dramatic entrance that has become iconic. Established in 1681, Boone Hall holds a significant place in American history, with its lands once used for growing crops like indigo and cotton worked by enslaved labor. The plantation currently offers valuable insights into America's past through preserved buildings and guided tours highlighting life during the antebellum period. Visitors can explore various features including the historic Georgian-style plantation house, gardens, and original slave cabins that have been converted into educational exhibits. Outdoor visitors can enjoy the site's lush gardens, butterfly pavilion, and a corn maze during the fall season, making Boone Hall a location rich in both cultural education and natural beauty.
Highlights
The Avenue of Oaks, a scenic 3/4 mile long road lined with large, majestic oak trees.
The Butterfly Pavilion, offering a closeup view of various butterfly species.
The original slave cabins, providing historical context and educational exhibits.
Seasonal festivals like the Boone Hall Pumpkin Patch, adding rural charm to the site.
Notable Natural Features
Avenue of Oaks
A grand, historically significant oak-lined entrance dating back nearly a century.
Boone Hall Mansion
A Georgian-style mansion offering insights into Southern aristocracy.
Slave Cabins
Preserved historical structures providing educational exhibits on the life of enslaved individuals.