Reviews of Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens. (Museum) in Columbia (South Carolina).

Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens

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1615 Blanding St, Columbia, SC 29201, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Reviews of Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens

William Unthank

The Hampton-Preston Garden is one of the best places for a lunch stroll in Columbia. It’s full of beautiful vegetation and has a host of different paths that are excellent if you have young children. Make sure to check out the greenhouse, it’s one of the most beautiful structures in Columbia! The Boyd Foundation did an excellent job restoring these historic grounds so that everyone can enjoy!

Erik Bakken

We enjoyed our visit to the grounds. They do not have daily hours, only certain days. Lots of information on the evils of slavery to be found here. Slightly more difficult to find however, is what kind of tree it is that we're looking at. It would be great if they could cover both at least. I'm sure that had we been able to visit on a day that they are open we would have learned more. Grateful that the grounds are open to view even if the tours don't run every day.

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This is a dream wedding and event location. The grounds are plentiful, and the main lawn is preset with tent anchors. You should definitely stop by and see their new greenhouse. It comes with a catering kitchen that has its own separate entrance/exit.

Samantha Rainwater

Absolutely stunning. Went there for an after party after an Historic Columbia event. Gardens are in bloom and well maintained. The new greenhouse structure is beautiful and would be perfect for an event space in chillier weather.

Kyle

Fantastic grounds. Definitely worth a visit. Would be a great spot for a picnic

Sara Beth Wade

This is my favorite of the four Historic Columbia House Tours. It's the biggest, grandest house with the most beautiful gardens, I really enjoyed my tour. My volunteer guide was super chatty and fun, I liked her a lot! Make sure to walk around the gardens and read all the signs. The memorial pavilion to the right is really cool. All tours start at the Robert Mills gift shop, and then you walk across the street.

JitkaKac

Such beautiful gardens! Peaceful and very well maintained.

LaLa G

🌺This is a Gem Hiding in plan site! Beautiful🌺 !! Can't wait to experience more events here.The Columbia Food & Wine Festival was excellent . "2021" …

Karyn Bland

The gardens are newly replanted based on historic records and include many native species. Absolutely beautiful place to visit and be inspired. The plants are well marked and the signage is informative. The site includes water features.

arischa conner

I went to an outside concert that was sponsored by the Richland County Public Library. There were people in lawn chairs, food trucks and libations. The local musical artists provided the soundtrack for a good time had by many. What an awesome way to enjoy the evening. The grounds were beautiful.

Miguel Ortiz

This is a beautiful and well-maintained property. The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable on the history of the property and the stories of the people who lived there. She was very passionate about the subject and pleasantly engaging with the tour group. Highly recommend for an educating and entertaining view of Columbia history

James Martin

The Christmas candle-light tour was well-done and very informative. It's a beautiful house. The historical society has done a great job of preservation and upkeep for future generations. The gardens have always been interesting to me, too.

Henry Mckie

Had a great time at the Hampton-Preston Mansion on.6 - 11 - 2021 The atmosphere was Fantastic with all local singers and food trucks. Can't wait for the next event.

Michael Waddell

Hampton-Preston has a lot of crazy history behind it. Historic Columbia puts on a fantastic tour that emphasizes the enslaved people of the property. They were very well versed in the history of the property and provided a lot of fun information that I won't give away cause you need to go on your own and listen to them. The property itself is beautiful and I don't doubt that if you're into history it's a great place to visit.

Bodine

We attended the dinner on the green. The grounds were beautiful and the event was very interesting.

Rebecca Blair

Loved the gardens and German Beer fest! A beautiful day 🌴 …

Dustin Layman

The tour was informative and fantastic! Tour guide Abigail was very engaging, knowledgeable and interesting! Thank you and keep up the great work preserving history and educating people on Columbia's history!

Rob Supra

Giving a 4 only because we didn't tour Mansion. Gardens were beautiful. Alot of humbling history to read along the way.

Brittany Savoie

Beautiful home and breathtaking gardens, I could sit in them all day!

Paul Kreitler

A beautifully restored glimpse into pre - Civil War Columbia. This house was spared when the city burned. It's architecture and period rooms give visitors a unique window into history.

JoAnne Owens

A very nice garden, in the process of being restored. Beautiful old trees and a wonderful collection of flowering plants.

Bo Wiseman

Beautiful Garden convenient to downtown.

Fatimah Curry

I attended a pop up shop/party at the mansion. We were not allowed to go inside but the ground were beautiful.

Brian Kelly (juggernautical)

I only had time to visit the grounds of this mansion. The gardens are well cared for and beautiful.

Kenneth Brown

Columbia's oldest, private residence. Takes u back in time! I truly the historic value it brings!

Mike Christel

Excellent docent information complements what you'll see in the mansion. Gardens are improving with funding to restore their glory.

Jon 'Dieselz' Smalls

Lovely garden Landscaping is excellent The shade trees, makes you want to camp out there

Roxy Schoen

Beautiful gardens, interpretive walks and inclusive perspectives.

Elisha Lewis

A lot of great history. It is amazing to see a house that was built so long ago

Alejandro Garcia Lemos

One of the must visits in COLUMBIA, SC. Beautiful gardens in process of remodeling right now.

john maker

Beautiful gardens and grounds. Shady, peaceful and cool.

Leslie C. Gilroy

Enjoyed a free concert in the backyard. Beautiful home.

Vader

The grounds are absolutely beautiful

Sharon Bieber

Rose experience was very nice.

deloris k

I can't explain how much I love this place and workers... Great team

Anthony Babilonia

Very im formative. The guide Heather was really knowledgeable.

Joe E

Went for the Holiday tour. Very fast and disorganized.

Maria Delgado

Went to buy some plants.

Benjamin Marosites

Beautiful green space right in downtown.

Marie Richardson

Lovely time at the Lemonade II event

Valerie Shannon

Beautiful

Charles Stuart

Beautiful building and property

Winifred Simons

Historically beautiful!!

Hero Tiffin

I once lived in Columbia historic district where my home was only around 10 minutes walk to those historic buildings such as the Hampton Mansion. Travellers can join a guided tour provided by Historic Columbia to visit this mansion, Robert Mills house and Woodrow family house, etc, although the price is a little high, about $10 for each place. All these places are well preserved. Moreover, those stories from the past are awaiting their listeners.

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