Chinese-export porcelains were used as a visible display of 18th century wealth, and John Drayton used them prominently in his household. The Drayton Hall archaeological collections contain one of the largest assemblages of Chinese-export porcelains recovered from a colonial plantation site in North America. Join Sarah Stroud Clarke and Corey Sattes to learn more about the history of this refined ceramic, decorative techniques, and what makes the Drayton Hall collection so exceptional.
(843) 769-2600
info@draytonhall.org
3380 Ashley River Road
Charleston, SC 29414
Drayton Hall's main house and landscape are open to the public weekly Wednesday through Monday from 9 am to 5:00 pm (gate closes at 3:30 pm). CLOSED on Tuesdays. The gate will accept no cash transactions.
