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Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim
621 reviews
#1 of 69 Museums in Charleston
"Bruce (our docent...) was incredibly informative: he let us in on the congregation's origins, Carolina's origins, and the impacts of the Civil War.The architecture of the place is also a wonderful (if sobering...)...""A Fascinating bit of Jewish history in Charleston via film and docent tour, known as the birthplace of Reform Judaism in America"
Fort Sumter National Monument
5,551 reviews
#2 of 69 Museums in Charleston
"It is an Awesome way to spend an afternoon, a ferry ride and a guided tour of the fort and then time just to wonder around the fort, Awesome for pictures, great gift shop and Park Rangers were Great.""The Park Ranger that gave a brief intro to the history of Fort Sumter was very informative and had an excellent note about perspective that encouraged thoughtful reflection as we toured the island."
Nathaniel Russell House
1,946 reviews
#3 of 69 Museums in Charleston
"Built in 1808 by slave trader Nathaniel Russell, this is recognized as one of America's best Neoclassical house (inspired by the architecture of ancient Greece and Rome, with porches and columns).""Many had origins in the Charleston area; the house is owned by the Historic Charleston Foundation and they are endeavoring to present the house as it was in the early 19th Century."
Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon
1,361 reviews
#4 of 69 Museums in Charleston
"The guided tour of the dungeon was interesting, with stories of events surrounding political prisoners, gun ammo storage, and English tea! Upstairs, you will see artifacts that date back to the 1700’s and 1800’s s...""Such great insight into Charleston history and the city’s place in both Revolutionary and Civil War history."
The Charleston Museum
1,026 reviews
#5 of 69 Museums in Charleston
"... definitely something for everyone to enjoy, including lots of war history, fossils and skeletons, a kids room, lowcountry/slavery history, an armory, and even some early civilization history (including a mummy).""wonderful history and diorama of the city; enjoyed textile area; and history of rice growing; many animals and birds from "old" museum of MANY yrs ago ; EXC staff who was so accomodating ; spent 90 min there and t..."
Heyward-Washington House
390 reviews
#6 of 69 Museums in Charleston
"This is a fascinating dive into old Charleston history, with vintage furniture including one of the most priceless bookcases in the U.S. The tour guide, who was an English lady was superb, very knowledgeable and e...""Cost of one adult is $12 and they have a deal where you can get tours of the Charleston Museum, which is awesome and your choice of the Heyward-Washington House or the Joseph Manigault house for $18."
Edmondston-Alston House
941 reviews
#7 of 69 Museums in Charleston
"Located at 21 East Battery, the three-story house was built between 1820 and 1828 and has a panoramic view of Charleston Harbor and the High Battery, the city's well known waterfront promenade.""I would highly recommend touring this house which has the most incredible views of Fort Sumter from the second floor veranda!"
Old Slave Mart Museum
1,449 reviews
#8 of 69 Museums in Charleston
"Excellently organized and meticulously researched, this museum provides an honest and extremely sobering account of the slave trade in our country's history.""The dioramas that tell the story of slavery from every sad, sordid perspective are expertly laid out and the audio histories of surviving slaves bring their stories to life for all of us to think about."
Gibbes Museum of Art
118 reviews
#9 of 69 Museums in Charleston
"From their collection of 18th and 19th century paintings and sculptures, mini portraits, Modern and Contemporary Art, to their special exhibits and installations, there is sure to be something that will keep you e...""Galleries 1 and 4 offer a look at antebellum Charleston, with portraits and furniture of wealthy Charlestonians, plus familiar Neoclassical themes (Rome, mythological scenes) as well as scenes from the Civil War."
Robert Lange Studios
87 reviews
#10 of 69 Museums in Charleston
"Gallery owners, Megan and Robert, are both incredibly talented painters, who have created a beautiful venue representing a diverse array of artists.""Unlike many other galleries primarily or exclusively dedicated to the selling of artworks, which makes casual browsing an uncomfortable and overwhelming experience, RLS is welcoming and fun!"
Confederate Museum
344 reviews
#11 of 69 Museums in Charleston
"In 1899, the United Daughters of the Confederacy began using Market Hall to house the Confederate Museum, which displayed Confederate artifacts and other items from Charleston's Civil War period.""The artifacts on display cover a wide area of interests, including old photos & paintings, weapons, clothing, journals & ledgers, the list goes on."
The Williams Mansion
1,538 reviews
#12 of 69 Museums in Charleston
"This gorgeous home is a museum of antiques and fine architecture, as well as a treasure trove of art by Tiffany (spanning his early years, during which Tiffany was an artisan, and including at least one of his sig...""There is so much detail and such an eclectic collection of artifacts inside, ranging from Joseph (Napoleon's brother) Bonaparte's daybed to footstools made of real elephant's feet all from the Gilded age."
Children's Museum of the Lowcountry
201 reviews
#13 of 69 Museums in Charleston
"Everyone enjoyed the art making & kinetic sand, were impressed by the mid evil castle & loved the grocery store & awesome water area which simulated the water cycle.""There's the art room, where you can create freely, draw, paint, play with magnets or with colorful sand, there's a pirate room, a supermarket, a medieval castle, a water room that teaches evaporation, condensation..."
The Best Friend Train Museum
22 reviews
#19 of 69 Museums in Charleston
"The Best Friend is clean and impressive (its a replica but still, impressive) while the information stands around it help non-Charleston residents learn about the train as well as rail transportation of the area.""My family and I found this little train museum by accident or luck while exploring the area around this visitor center and the Charleston museum."
French Quarter Art walk charleston sc
19 reviews
#21 of 69 Museums in Charleston
"The closer you get to Charleston, SC., the more you see art everywhere...From the city tours by horse carriages, to the best travel anyone can enjoy—ones feet—Charleston offers artistic variations from galleries t...""It’s a great way to sss a lot of galleries’ works without feeling like you’re going to be pressured into buying when you walk into a gallery."
South Carolina Historical Society Museum
16 reviews
#22 of 69 Museums in Charleston
"Founded in 1855 to preserve South Carolina's rich historical legacy, the South Carolina Historical Society Museum is the state's oldest and largest private repository of books, letters, journals, maps, drawings an...""It has been featured in The Wall Street Journal because the Fireproof Building is an architectural gem of national prominence, and the compact museum brings the state's history to life with interactive exhibits an..."
Mace Brown Museum of Natural History
18 reviews
#23 of 69 Museums in Charleston
"This free museum is packed with other fossils as well from stromatolites through Pleistocene Ice Age animals (think mammoth and giant ground sloths), and a fossil "dig" where kids can sift through sand for shark t...""To fully grasp the museums exhibits you must cross the street to the library to view the skeletal remains of a T-Rex named Bucky, amazing."
Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art
11 reviews
#25 of 69 Museums in Charleston
"Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art in Charleston, South Carolina, is a non-profit, no-collecting contemporary art institute within the School of Fine Arts at the College of Charleston.""Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art at the College of Charleston is an awesome art venue and gallery that has great displays that run for a limited time."
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