Charleston Museum
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Charleston Museum
Ringleaders of Rebellion
Charleston in Revolt, 1775-1783
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PERMANENT EXHIBIT
Lowcountry History Hall
In the
Lowcountry History Hall
, see materials related to the Native Americans who first inhabited the South Carolina Lowcountry as well as the colonists and enslaved people who transformed the region into an agricultural empire.
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The Armory
In the Museum’s Armory, see excellent examples of historic weaponry, dating from 1750 to the twentieth century, with uses that ranged from military to more personal applications such as hunting and dueling.
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PERMANENT EXHIBIT
Becoming Americans: Charleston in the Revolution
In
Becoming Americans
, explore Charleston’s important role in the American Revolution, from protest to independence.
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PERMANENT EXHIBIT
City Under Siege: Charleston in the Civil War
In
City Under Siege
, see the Museum’s exhibition concerning Charleston’s role in the Civil War.
details
PERMANENT EXHIBIT
Bunting Natural History Gallery
In the
Bunting Natural History Gallery
, experience an extraordinary presentation of fossils, specimens, bird and animal mounts, and geologic examples, which together tell the story of Lowcountry natural history. Learn about the diverse array of creatures that once called this area home and the remarkable changes that have taken place in its landscape over hundreds of millions of years.
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PERMANENT EXHIBIT
Early Days
In the
Early Days
gallery, see exotic collections from around the world, representative of the Museum’s nineteenth century cosmopolitan collecting focus.
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PERMANENT EXHIBIT
Kidstory
The Charleston Museum is pleased to present Kidstory, a fun and exciting, hands-on exhibit for children, where the fascinating history of Charleston and the Lowcountry comes alive.
details
PERMANENT EXHIBIT
Historic Textiles
In the
Historic Textiles
Gallery, come see rotating special exhibitions featuring objects from our rich historic costume and textiles collection-- one of the finest in the southeastern United States. Depending on the subject of the show, objects on view can include couture fashion, working wear, military uniforms, quilts, needlework, and much more.
PERMANENT EXHIBIT
Charleston Silver
In the
Loeblein Gallery of Charleston Silver
discover the impressive work of the South’s finest silversmiths, from the colonial era through the Victorian Age.
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Permanent Exhibits
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Charleston's Story Starts Here
360 Meeting Street
Downtown Charleston
Founded in 1773, The Charleston Museum,
America's First Museum
, has been discovering, preserving, interpreting, celebrating, and sharing ever since. Our collections, exhibitions, educational programs, and events are designed to inspire curiosity and conversation - about the South Carolina Lowcountry - and the stories that make us who we are.
Our Historic Houses
HISTORIC HOUSES
Joseph Manigault House
One of Charleston's most exquisite antebellum structures, the Joseph Manigault House, built in 1803, reflects the urban lifestyle of a wealthy, rice-planting family and the enslaved African Americans who lived there.
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HISTORIC HOUSES
Heyward-Washington House
Built in 1772, this Georgian-style double house was the town home of Thomas Heyward, Jr., one of four South Carolina signers of the Declaration of Independence. The property features the only 1740s kitchen building open to the public in Charleston as well as formal gardens featuring plants commonly used in the South Carolina Lowcountry in the late 18th century.
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Rebecca Brewton Motte
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Ringleaders of Rebellion
Charleston in Revolt, 1775-1783
Learn more
PERMANENT EXHIBIT
Lowcountry History Hall
In the
Lowcountry History Hall
, see materials related to the Native Americans who first inhabited the South Carolina Lowcountry as well as the colonists and enslaved people who transformed the region into an agricultural empire.
details
PERMANENT EXHIBIT
The Armory
In the Museum’s Armory, see excellent examples of historic weaponry, dating from 1750 to the twentieth century, with uses that ranged from military to more personal applications such as hunting and dueling.
details
PERMANENT EXHIBIT
Becoming Americans: Charleston in the Revolution
In
Becoming Americans
, explore Charleston’s important role in the American Revolution, from protest to independence.
details
PERMANENT EXHIBIT
City Under Siege: Charleston in the Civil War
In
City Under Siege
, see the Museum’s exhibition concerning Charleston’s role in the Civil War.
details
PERMANENT EXHIBIT
Bunting Natural History Gallery
In the
Bunting Natural History Gallery
, experience an extraordinary presentation of fossils, specimens, bird and animal mounts, and geologic examples, which together tell the story of Lowcountry natural history. Learn about the diverse array of creatures that once called this area home and the remarkable changes that have taken place in its landscape over hundreds of millions of years.
details
PERMANENT EXHIBIT
Early Days
In the
Early Days
gallery, see exotic collections from around the world, representative of the Museum’s nineteenth century cosmopolitan collecting focus.
details
PERMANENT EXHIBIT
Kidstory
The Charleston Museum is pleased to present Kidstory, a fun and exciting, hands-on exhibit for children, where the fascinating history of Charleston and the Lowcountry comes alive.
details
PERMANENT EXHIBIT
Historic Textiles
In the
Historic Textiles
Gallery, come see rotating special exhibitions featuring objects from our rich historic costume and textiles collection-- one of the finest in the southeastern United States. Depending on the subject of the show, objects on view can include couture fashion, working wear, military uniforms, quilts, needlework, and much more.
PERMANENT EXHIBIT
Charleston Silver
In the
Loeblein Gallery of Charleston Silver
discover the impressive work of the South’s finest silversmiths, from the colonial era through the Victorian Age.
details
Permanent Exhibits
Current Exhibits
View All
Charleston's Story Starts Here
360 Meeting Street
Downtown Charleston
Founded in 1773, The Charleston Museum,
America's First Museum
, has been discovering, preserving, interpreting, celebrating, and sharing ever since. Our collections, exhibitions, educational programs, and events are designed to inspire curiosity and conversation - about the South Carolina Lowcountry - and the stories that make us who we are.
Our Historic Houses
HISTORIC HOUSES
Joseph Manigault House
One of Charleston's most exquisite antebellum structures, the Joseph Manigault House, built in 1803, reflects the urban lifestyle of a wealthy, rice-planting family and the enslaved African Americans who lived there.
DETAILS
HISTORIC HOUSES
Heyward-Washington House
Built in 1772, this Georgian-style double house was the town home of Thomas Heyward, Jr., one of four South Carolina signers of the Declaration of Independence. The property features the only 1740s kitchen building open to the public in Charleston as well as formal gardens featuring plants commonly used in the South Carolina Lowcountry in the late 18th century.
DETAILS
General News
Rebecca Brewton Motte
read more
Subscribe to Our Email Newsletter
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