In fact, Drayton Hall was America's first and best example ... The house is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday to Monday (with the last entrance at 3:30 p.m.). It is closed on Tuesdays.

Drayton Hall is offering a reduced $10 ticket for residents of Charleston, Berkeley, Dorchester and Colleton counties and active-duty military. Proof of residency is required. Adult general ...