school & group programs
ABOUT
Magnolia Plantation & Gardens’ educational programs are thoughtfully designed to align with South Carolina College- and Career-Ready Standards, ensuring educational value and curriculum relevance. Subject areas include U.S. and South Carolina history, ecology & nature, and horticulture, visual arts, & design.
Your students will explore vibrant ecosystems, engage with Lowcountry history, and enjoy a fun and immersive learning environment!
Guided Trips
Our guided field trips offer groups the ability to participate in guided tours on property, specialty classes, and create fully custom itineraries. The following tours are offered daily.
Magnolia House & Gardens Tour
Nature Train Tour
From Slavery to Freedom Tour
Wildlife Center Experience
Self-Guided Trips
Our self-guided field trips allow groups to explore the property at their own pace. Guided tours are not included, but the following areas are available for exploration with admission.
Audubon Swamp Garden
Historic Gardens & Riverwalk
Marsh & Wetlands
Wildlife Center Experience
2025 PRICING
We offer affordable rates for educational groups and make it easy to plan your visit.
Title 1 Schools and homeschool groups of 10 or more are eligible for discounted pricing. For more details, please contact Specialty Sales Manager Emily Shallo at 843-571-1266 x 2300.
We welcome self-guided school and youth groups at a discounted rate throughout the year.
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$13 per student
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Complimentary with their class
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$20 per adult
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$10 per student
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Complimentary with their class
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$20 per adult
CUSTOM ITINERARIES
If our current offerings don't meet your needs, we can customize a field trip to complement your classroom or arrange a self-guided trip.
Click here for additional specialty classes, which are available for guided or custom trips.