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Gardens of the Hampton-Preston Mansion

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Gardens of the Hampton-Preston Mansion

 

One of the capital city’s oldest estates, the Hampton-Preston property features three acres of beautiful gardens filled with native and exotic plantings. Magnolias and live oaks tower over garden spaces, including the back lawn and side gardens, while pergolas, a gazebo and a fountain garden provide dynamic settings for creative event designs. Learn more about the history of this site.

Amenities & Capacity

    • Extensive back lawn lined with magnolia trees – perfect for large events
    • Sunken patio with recessed lighting and electricity
    • Newly renovated basement area with restrooms, water fountains, and private lounge/changing suite
    • Recently restored mid-1800s arboretum with paved walking paths
    • Freshly painted home exterior
    • Access to electricity throughout the gardens
    • Historic Columbia staff on-site for duration of event
    • A fountain garden, surrounded by seating underneath live oak trees
    • Stunning covered gazebo space

     

    Capacity: 400 outdoors

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  • Tent behind HP
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  • Styled shoot at HP
  • Styled shoot at HP

Booking Information

Click here to request more information about renting one of our properties. You can also contact our rental department at 803.252.7742 x 11 or email us at rentals@historiccolumbia.org.

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Historically Ever After

Styled Shoot at Hampton-Preston

Columbia Bride Guide Styled Shoot at Hampton-Preston

We are so excited to present Columbia Bride Guide’s first official entry in their new Styled Wedding Shoot series! This faux wedding reception was the brainchild of Nina Bashaw Photography, and with help from the Columbia Bride Guide crew, she pulled off one of the most beautifully detailed shoots we’ve...

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1601 Richland Street
Columbia, SC 29201

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All historic house and garden tours start at the Gift Shop at Robert Mills.
1616 Blanding Street
Columbia, SC 29201

Questions? Call (803) 252-7742.

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