We went to
Magnolia Plantation in South Carolina, located along the Ashley River directly across from North Charleston. It's one of the oldest plantations in the country, dating back to 1676 when Thomas and Ann Drayton built their house and garden. The plantation has been in the family ever since. 15 generations!
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| The magnificent Magnolia Plantation house. |
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| That's a little food above his right eye but this African Spurred Tortoise at the petting zoo didn't seem to mind. |
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| The duckweed in the water encircling the trees made for a beautiful picture but don't jump in ... |
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| ... because he's in charge of this part of the plantation ... |
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| ... and has many friends lurking around out there ... |
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| ... in the dark depths, like this ... thing ... |
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| SWAMP THING! Of all the interesting history I learned throughout the afternoon, the comic book lover in me was most impressed with hearing that the 1982 Swamp Thing movie starring Adrienne Barbeau was filmed here. |
Always liked swamp thing. My wife won't live near the bayou.
ReplyDeleteLiving as a rich man I could. Not so sure without the comfortable amenities.
ReplyDeleteGators!
ReplyDeleteThought you'd enjoy that, Bill!
ReplyDeleteFascinating.
ReplyDeleteFascinating.
ReplyDeleteThank you for saying it twice, Leah! :)
ReplyDeleteHow cool! I've been to Charleston many times (my sister has lived there for probably fifteen years), but I've never been there!
ReplyDeleteGlad you guys enjoyed yourselves!
Alyssa, I also visited Middleton Place that's a few miles down the road from Magnolia. Another nice slice of local history for which Charleston has in droves.
ReplyDeleteLove this. I need to go.
ReplyDeleteOh, yeah, these historical spots in the Charleston area are made for you, Chris.
ReplyDeleteI remember that movie pretty well. Great pics. Looks like down here.
ReplyDeleteGreat shots, David!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous plantation - nice photos!
ReplyDeleteCharles, I remember the film and, of course, Adrienne who was everywhere in the early 80's.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Heath.
Sarah, Hello! And thank you for stopping by.
This definitely gets my imagination going. Great pics, David.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Dyer! I'm sure there are a few million stories on this plantation. Beyond Swamp Thing.
ReplyDelete15 generations?! That is a long time to keep a house in a family. Very cool.
ReplyDeleteBeen too long, Barrie! Thank you so much for stopping by and I hope the book business is treating you well. And, more importantly, your family is well.
ReplyDeleteAlways wanted to live near a swamp - never even made a marsh!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos. Used to spend a lot of time on the Isle of Palms. Charleston is such a contrast --lovely by the water but you inevitably drive through some pretty seedy areas to get there or depart. Thought those roads may have changed in the past decade.
ReplyDeleteAnd I've always wanted to live by a moor, Dave. Switch?
ReplyDeleteRich, We were at the Isle of Palms yesterday. Lovely beach. I've heard they are pumping money into the areas you're talking about. Maybe another decade.
Indifferent to swamps, this Nebraska farm boy is most amazed by the house and that it not only still stands but looks well preserved. In LA, it would have been a tear-down by now.
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