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Located on the North Santee River in South Carolina’s Lowcountry close to Myrtle Beach and Charleston, Hopsewee Plantation was built between 1735 and 1740 and is best known as the birthplace of Thomas Lynch Jr. who signed the Declaration of Independence. It was one of the major rice plantations of its time. Today a private home, the building’s original design and unique architectural features have not been changed. Listed as National Historic Landmark, Hopsewee is open to the public and is beautifully furnished with original 18th and 19th century antiques. The guided tours take visitors through the house and two original slave cabins that still remain on the property. Lunch with Southern favorites such as shrimp and grits is served in The River Oak Cottage Tearoom.

Address: 494 Hopsewee Rd, Georgetown, SC 29440-5598, Phone: 843-546-7891

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