Charles Pinckney National Historic Site
National Historic Site ยท South Carolina
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National Historic Site of the United States
The Charles Pinckney National Historic Site is a unit of the United States National Park Service, preserving a portion of Charles Pinckney's Snee Farm plantation and country retreat. The site is located at 1254 Long Point Road, Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Pinckney (1757-1824) was a member of a prominent political family in South Carolina. He fought in the American Revolutionary War, was held for a period as prisoner in the North, and returned to the state in 1783. Pinckney, a Founding Father of the United States, served as a delegate to the constitutional convention where he contributed to drafting the United States Constitution.
About Charles Pinckney National Historic Site
Charles Pinckney was a principal author and signer of the United States Constitution and went on to be a political leader in South Carolina for over 40 years. The park preserves Snee Farm, one of his plantation properties, where visitors can learn about the politician's influences on Charleston, the African people he enslaved, plantation operations, and the legacy of Pinckney's life.
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Operating Hours
Charles Pinckney National Historic Site
The historic home (Visitor Center) is open seasonally. For the 2026 season, the Visitor Center will be open three days a week Friday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.. The season begins on Friday, May 1, 2026 and ends on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Park grounds are open Wednesday - Sunday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. The entrance gate to the parking lot will be locked when the grounds are closed.
| mon | tue | wed | thu | fri | sat | sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Closed | 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter Charles Pinckney National Historic Site?
Charles Pinckney National Historic Site is free to enter.
What are the best activities at Charles Pinckney National Historic Site?
Popular activities at Charles Pinckney National Historic Site include: Food, Picnicking, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Hands-On, Citizen Science, Volunteer Vacation, Hiking.
What is the weather like at Charles Pinckney National Historic Site?
Winters are generally mild. Summers are hot and humid.
How do I get to Charles Pinckney National Historic Site?
The park is located on the south side of Long Point Road .7 miles from US Highway 17, or 3 miles if coming from I-526.
Entrance Fees
Free Admission
Weather
Winters are generally mild. Summers are hot and humid.
Directions
The park is located on the south side of Long Point Road .7 miles from US Highway 17, or 3 miles if coming from I-526.
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