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Middleton Place

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Middleton Place is a 65 acre, 18th-century rice plantation. The plantation is the birthplace of Arthur Middleton, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. The plantation is now a National Historic Landmark and home to America’s oldest landscaped gardens. The Middleton Place House Museum was built in 1755 as the gentlemen’s guest quarters, and is the only structure still standing of the original three-building residential complex. The buildings were all burned by Union troops two months before the end of the Civil War. The building still present today was the least burned and restored to provide living quarters for the family. The house tour gives you insight into the Middleton family and the slaves that helped maintain the plantation. General admission gives access to the plantation stable yards and gardens, while the museum house tour is an additional fee. The plantation has an excellent restaurant and an Inn with 55 rooms on the property. Allow about two hours to tour the house and gardens.

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Middleton Place Hours and Admission

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Middleton Place Address and Map

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Current and Upcoming Events
at Middleton Place

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What: A Special Middleton Place House Museum Tour as Seen Through the Eyes of the Women Who Lived Here
When: Mar. 2 - 25, 2023 (Every Tues., Thurs. and Sat. in March)
Time: 12 pm - 12:45 pm  
Where: Middleton Place
Admission: General Admission + $20

The women of Middleton Place played a vital role in running the plantation, raising their families, and contributing to both our nation’s history and culture. The lives of these remarkable women come to life through the unique collection objects of the family displayed in the House Museum. The lives of both the free and enslaved women who lived and worked at Middleton Place are explored in this in-depth tour. General admission to Middleton Place is also required. Purchase tickets online.

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What: Mary, Martha, Anna and Eliza: A Story of Work, Home, and Family at Middleton Place
When: Mar. 1, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27, 29 & 31, 2023
Time: 2 pm - 2:30 pm  
Where: Middleton Place
Admission: General Admission

In honor of Women’s History Month, this 30 minute walking tour discusses the African-American women who helped to maintain and restore Middleton Place in the 20th century. Not only did these women call Middleton Place “their home,” but they became some of the 1st interpreters when Middleton Place became a historic site in the 1970s. Join us as we explore the fascinating and interesting lives these four women led. Included in General Admission. Free for members. Purchase tickets online.

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What: Sheep Shearing 
When: Mar. 24, 2023
Time: 10 am - 2 pm 
Where: Middleton Place
Admission: General Admission

The Middleton Place Gulf Coast Sheep need to be shorn annually. Join us in the Stableyards to watch Riversong Shearing shear our flock in a more modern way using electric shears. Included in General Admission and is free for members. Purchase tickets online.

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What: Garden Strolls and Wine Tasting 
When: Mar. 29, 2023
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 
Where: Middleton Place
Admission: $30 - $35

Spend the evening at Middleton Place exploring America’s Oldest Landscaped Gardens with a glass of wine in hand. Stroll throughout Middleton Place National Historic Landmark and take in the beautiful flora & magnificent views of the Ashley River. Each week brings a new theme and highlights different wines. Enjoy small bites from the Middleton Place Restaurant. Purchase tickets online.

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