ATTRACTIONS
Charleston SC - Historic Places
 Charleston’s
history is evident throughout the city. Historic houses, churches,
and forts throughout the area gives visitors a glimpse into the
past. Well-preserved architecture and furnishings help to document
what life was like in Charleston’s early days. Guided tours are
available and admission is charged at some attractions.
AIKEN-RHETT HOUSE, (c.1817) - 48 Elizabeth Street, Charleston,
SC. A palatial residence of antebellum life in the American South.
One of the most complete and compelling survivals of African-American
urban life. (843) 723-1159
DOCK STREET THEATRE - 135 Church Street, Charleston, SC.
Built on the site of one of America's early playhouses, it is a
combination of a an early Georgian playhouse and the preservation
of the old Planters Hotel. (843) 720-3968 or (843) 965-4032 for
Box Office info.
DRAYTON HALL, (c.1738) - 3380 Ashley River Road, Charleston,
SC. Truly one of the finest examples of colonial architecture in
America. The only plantation that survived the Civil War, intact,
on the Ashley River. Guided tours are available through the beautiful
gardens and marsh. (843) 766-0188
EDMONDSTON-ALSTON HOUSE - 21 East Battery, Charleston, SC.
A Greek Revival house with a commanding view of the Charleston Harbor.
The house contains an outstanding collection of documents, portraits,
furniture, silver and family furnishings. (843) 722-7171
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH - 48 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC.
Founded in 1682 it is the oldest Baptist Church in the South. The
present sanctuary building, designed by Robert Mills, was completed
in 1822. (843) 722-3896
FORT MOULTRIE - West Middle Street, Sullivan's Island, SC.
Attacked by a British fleet in 1776, the colonists repelled the
assault in a decisive victory and began a tradition of seacoast
defense. (843) 883-3123
FORT SUMTER - Charleston Harbor, Charleston, SC. The first
shot of the Civil War was fired on Fort Sumter (a man-made island)
in 1861 and in 1865, when Confederates evacuated, it was little
more than a heap of rubble. May be visited by tour boat. (843) 883-3123
FRENCH PROTESTANT (HUGUENOT) CHURCH, (c. 1844) - French Huguenots
were worshipping in a church on this site as early as 1687. A French
Liturgy service is still held each Spring. (843) 722-4385
HEYWARD-WASHINGTON HOUSE, (c. 1772) - 87 Church Street, Charleston,
SC. Home to Thomas Heyward, a signer of the Declaration of Independence.
Many of the 18th century furnishings were crafted by Charleston
artisans. (843) 722-0354.
JOSEPH MANIGUALT HOUSE, (c. 1843) - 350 Meeting Street, Charleston,
SC. A beautiful example of Adam-style architecture, designed by
Gabriel Manigault for his brother Joseph. A curving cantilever staircase
adorns the entrance hall. (843) 723-2926
NATHANIEL RUSSELL HOUSE, (c. 1809) - 51 Meeting Street, Charleston,
SC. An unusually beautiful example of Adam architecture that features
flying staircase spirals unsupported from floor to floor. Fine period
furnishings adorn this house. (843) 724-8481
OLD ST. ANDREWS PARISH CHURCH - 2604 Ashley River Road, Charleston,
SC. The oldest surviving church in the Carolinas. Founded and built
in 1706 the site has a number of historic tombs in the church yard.
(843) 766-1541
ST. MICHAEL'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH - Meeting at Broad Street,
Charleston, SC. The oldest church edifice in Charleston. George
Washington worshipped here in 1791. The church bells have tolled
for over 200 years. (843) 723-0603
ST. PHILIP'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH, (est. 1670) - 146 Church Street,
Charleston, SC. The present building was built in 1835. Known as
a lighthouse church, a light was put into the steeple to help guide
ships to port. (843) 722-7734
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