Whether or not you agree with visiting a plantation, you can't ignore the fact that they are a part of history. These wealthy families had slaves and grew cotton, tobacco, and other agricultural products. Visiting a plantation while in Charleston is a way of understanding how the South functioned prior to the Civil War. I've developed this guide to Charleston plantations so … [Read more...] about Visiting Plantations in Charleston, South Carolina
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Film Friday: The Patriot
Farmer Benjamin Martin, played by Mel Gibson, joins the American Revolution after the murder of his son. The story of The Patriot mixes the birth of America as a nation with one man's revenge against the British soldier who burned down his plantation and hurt his family. It made a star out of the late Heath Ledger. Botany Bay Plantation on Edisto Island was one of the main … [Read more...] about Film Friday: The Patriot
Film Friday: The Notebook
Known as one of the best romantic films of all time, The Notebook is the story of Noah and Allie, who meet as teenagers one summer in Charleston. Their romance fades and they go their separate ways until Allie stops by town before getting married. The film goes back and forth between the past and present, interspersed with breathtaking scenery of the Lowcountry. The film … [Read more...] about Film Friday: The Notebook
