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Today, Colonial Carolina camper-historians learned about archaeology. Our very own Archaeologist, Sarah Stroud, displayed actual artifacts from on-site excavations. Ranging from different ceramics to dolls and lead shot, these artifacts demonstrate the diversity of cultures and people who, throughout time, have lived on Drayton Hall grounds. Camper-historians viewed an active dig and even found their own artifacts!
Later, Ms. Betsy taught campers about the Revolutionary War and the uniforms soldiers wore during the period. Our young historians experienced the weight and texture of period uniforms by wearing them! Then, Ms. Liz described Revolutionary War camp life. Camper-historians practiced drilling and, not only enjoyed, but created camp pastimes such as checkers.
Check back tomorrow to learn how the educational programs and fun from the week culminate in a house tour led by our camper-historians!
The archaeology team returned to the north flanker building this fall season to complete excavations on this important structure which had taken place in 1981 and 2008. Increased armadillo activity…
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Black Delft fragments found archaeologically at Drayton Hall The tiny artifacts pictured above represent the only examples of black delft ever found archaeologically in the world. Black delft, a tin-glazed…
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The archaeological collection at Drayton Hall represents a diverse population of individuals who called Drayton Hall home, from the enslaved to the Drayton family, and their visitors. Despite…
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3380 Ashley River Road
Charleston, SC 29414
Drayton Hall's main house and landscape are open to the public daily from 9 am to 5:00pm* (gate closes at 3:30 pm). The gate will accept no cash transactions.
