In the Dark of the Night
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Rose Hill Plantation State Historic Site 2677 Sardis Rd, Union, South Carolina 29379
Surrounded by forest, with only the stars above you, come out to Rose Hill Plantation and join us for a twilight hike along Rose Hill’s half-mile nature trail and see what nightlife was like in the 1800s. Gaze at the sky as you learn about the constellations and how enslaved individuals used the stars to navigate their way to freedom. Weather permitting, please join the Midlands Astronomy Club as they let visitors use telescopes to view planets and stars.
Reservations are required by January 21st. E-mail or call us so we can take your reservation.
Cost is $10 per person (age 6 and older). Age 5 and under are free. This is a S.C. Park Passport Plus program.
The night begins at 6PM behind the kitchen at the rear of the Gist Mansion. Attendees are asked to dress for the weather and wear comfortable clothing with hiking boots or sneakers. Bring a flashlight (preferably red light), binoculars, bug spray, a blanket and/or chair and a mug for a complimentary beverage. Please be aware that lighting will be limited and the ground is slightly uneven.
In the event of inclement weather, the program may not be held.