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Homeschool Day at Magnolia
Join us for Homeschool Day on Wednesday, January 21st from 10AM-4PM! Bring your family to Magnolia Plantation & Gardens for a full day of hands-on learning, outdoor exploration, and unforgettable fun designed especially for homeschool families!
Be A Tourist In Your Town
Rediscover the beauty in your own backyard with Magnolia Plantation & Gardens’ Local BOGO Sundays, an exclusive offer just for Charleston Tri-County residents! Enjoy a relaxing day surrounded by centuries-old landscapes, blooming camellias, and peaceful walking paths.
International Wine & Sweets Stroll at Magnolia
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a romantic afternoon at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, featuring international wines, handcrafted sweets, live music, and camellias in bloom.
74th Annual Camellia Flower Show
Discover hundreds of exquisite camellia blooms and enjoy expert insights, judging, and plant sales at the 74th Annual Camellia Flower Show at Magnolia.
Paint & Sip
Unleash your creativity at Magnolia Plantation’s Paint and Sip, where art, wine, and garden beauty come together for a memorable experience!
Join Us for Cookies with Santa
Celebrate the holidays at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens with Cookies with Santa—a joyful afternoon of crafts, cocoa, and Christmas cheer for the whole family.
Wreath Making Workshop at Magnolia
Join Magnolia’s first-ever Wreath Making Workshop and create your own dried wreath in an evening of creativity, color, and holiday cheer with Color Display Manager Hunter Crook.
Join us for a November Story Stroll!
Celebrate the harvest season with a family-friendly November Story Stroll at Magnolia — where stories, nature, and imagination come to life!
Magnolia’s Plant Collections Manager Featured by IrisBG
Magnolia’s Plant Collections Manager, Mike Brewer, is featured in an IrisBG article highlighting his journey from the music industry to managing Magnolia’s historic living collection.
Nesting at Magnolia
Explore Magnolia’s latest artistic display inspired by bird nests — a creative celebration of nature, craftsmanship, and the beauty of our Lowcountry landscapes.
Lecture & Book Signing with Jenks Farmer
Join us on November 8th for an engaging lecture and book signing with acclaimed horticulturist Jenks Farmer as he debunks the myths of modern gardening.
Story Stroll with Andrew Barton
Celebrate the holidays with a family-friendly Story Stroll at Magnolia, featuring author and illustrator Andrew Barton and his beloved book Heyward the Horse Loves Charleston, Of Course!
Customize Your Group Tour with Us
Plan an unforgettable group visit to Magnolia, where customizable tours showcase history, nature, and authentic Southern charm.
En Plein Air Workshop at Magnolia
Join acclaimed artist Mary Hoffman for a full-day In Plein Air Workshop at Magnolia, surrounded by stunning gardens, waterfront views, and inspiring Lowcountry scenery.
Field Trips They’ll Remember at Magnolia
Give your students a field trip they’ll never forget with Magnolia’s customizable blend of history, nature, and hands-on discovery.
Mahjong 101 & Open Play at Magnolia
Learn the art of Mahjong in a fun, beginner-friendly class with guided instruction, open play, and social vibes.
Introducing Autumn on the Ashley!
Celebrate autumn with Magnolia’s Fall Wine Stroll, featuring fine wines, live music, and golden-hour garden views along the Ashley River.
Join Us for Homeschool Day at Magnolia!
Magnolia Plantation & Gardens welcomes homeschooling families for a day of nature, learning, and play at the first-ever Homeschool Day on October 7.
Discover the Beauty of Nature with Birding Tours at Magnolia
Magnolia Plantation & Gardens welcomes back its birding tours, offering guided walks through diverse habitats to observe resident and migrating birds.
The 1886 Charleston Earthquake: A Shaking That Changed the Lowcountry
Charleston’s devastating 1886 earthquake left a powerful reminder of the Lowcountry’s resilience and enduring history.