Midtown - Downtown in Columbia in Richland County, South Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
Hampton-Preston Welcome Garden
Founded in 1935 and affiliated with the Garden Club of America since 1941, The Palmetto Garden Club of South Carolina stimulates the knowledge and love of gardening and restores, improves and protects the quality of the environment through educational programs and action in the fields of conservation and civic improvement. A long-time supporter of Historic Columbia's Garden Restoration Initiative, its members invite you to explore the horticultural heritage of South Carolina's capital city as embodied at the Hampton-Preston estate.
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This modern architect's rendering depicts the mansion after renovations made between 1848 and 1850. During the next 15 years, the estate's garden continued to awe visitors to the estate, which grew in natural splendor with each season.
Erected by Historic Columbia Foundation.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Education • Environment • Horticulture & Forestry. A significant historical year for this entry is 1935.
Location. 34° 0.618′ N, 81° 1.772′ W. Marker is in Columbia, South Carolina, in Richland County. It is in
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Regionally, this marker is in the Midlands. It is also in the American South and specifically in the Deep South. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture, one of the original Thirteen Colonies, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Columbia Bible College, 1937-1960 / Westervelt Home, 1930 - 1937 (a few steps from this marker); Hampton-Preston House (a few steps from this marker); Historic Fence and Gates Restoration (a few steps from this marker); A Garden Resource for Everyone (a few steps from this marker); Welcome to the Hampton-Preston Mansion & Gardens (a few steps
Additional keywords. landscape architecture
Credits. This page was last revised on January 24, 2026. It was originally submitted on January 24, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 53 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 24, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
