Old Santee Canal is a 195-acre park located on the site of the first true canal in America. The park, on the historic Stony Landing Plantation, has been an important site for trade and transportation since colonial times. It served as an early trading post with the Native Americans, and the first semi-submersible torpedo boat, CSS Little David, was built on the plantation.

Educational programs at the park deal with the wide range of historical events that took place on or around Stony Landing Plantation, such as children's life, archaeology and canal history. Environmental programs emphasize the vast diversity of plant and animal life found throughout the park. Topics include insects, reptiles, trees and wetlands. All programs meet the state curriculum standards.

We invite you and your students to visit our park and participate in these educational programs. Within the park's 195 acres you will find a 19th century plantation house, 4 miles of trails and our impressive 11,000 square foot Interpretive Center. The Interpretive Center houses cultural and natural history exhibits, an interactive computer, live snake exhibits and more. Two theaters feature nature and history films. Visit the Little David Children's Garden and gift shop. The Berkeley Musuem is open on site and available to students visiting the park.

We encourage you to experience the park during all seasons of the year. Book early for best availability.

Sincerely,

Mary Bell
Bradley Sale
Education Staff