Sally Reahard Visitor Center at Drayton Hall

The Sally Reahard Visitors Center at Drayton Hall is a new construction project on the historic site of Drayton Hall, a National Historic Landmark and the oldest preserved plantation house in America open to the public. The estate, founded in 1738, is an exquisite example of Palladian architecture in North America and is located on the Ashley River surrounded by ancient live oak trees. Located about 15 miles from Charleston, the estate is a popular tourist destination with opportunities for guests to tour the house, exhibits, and grounds throughout the week. In addition to the main plantation house, the site also features an African American cemetery, a garden, and a caretaker's house, which was carefully relocated and rehabilitated during construction. The new Visitors Center now provides a central gathering location for those visiting the historic estate for a tour or reception, as well as serving as a home for important artifacts from the property.