Celebrate the powerful women who shaped Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, from early matriarchs like Ann Fox Drayton to the women whose names are etched into the history of this iconic estate. Discover the enduring impact of Black and White, enslaved and free women whose contributions have left a lasting mark.

The Magnolia Team delves into the complex history and heritage of Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, from its founding in the late 17th century to the mid-19th century.

Five years after the Civil War ended, the Rev. John Grimké Drayton opened his private gardens to the public.