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Most of the original furniture in The Heyward-Washington House has still remained. The house was built in 1791, and is one of the only properties that has the kitchen house open to the public. The property also displays a formal garden and priceless furniture.
Address: 360 Meeting Street Charleston SC USA 29403
 1 843 722-2996
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The Edmondston-Alston House is an elegant example of 19th-century high-style architecture. Originally built in 1825, it was rebuilt in 1838 with Greek Revival detailing by Charles Alston. Alston family furniture, silver and paintings are highlighted during daily guided tours.
Address: 1 East Battery Charleston SC 29401
 Send an Email (6) 1 843 722-7171
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The Aiken-Rhett House was originally built in 1818 and expanded by Governor and Mrs. Aiken Jr. in the 1830s and 1850s. The property has remained relatively untouched since 1858 and the original outbuildings consist of kitchens, slave quarters, stables, privies and cattle sheds. The Aiken-Rhett house is a stunning document of Antebellum life.
Address: 48 Elizabeth Street Charleston SC 29403-6250
1 843 723-1623
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Calhoun Mansion
The 24,000 square-foot mansion has 14-foot ceilings, ornate plaster and wood moldings, elaborate chandeliers, a stairwell that reaches to a 75-foot domed ceiling, as well as a ballroom with a coved glass skylight that is 45 feet high. Guided tours are available.
Address: 16 Meeting Street Charleston SC 29401
Send an Email (5) 1 843 722-8205
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Magnolia Plantation and Gardens is a 17th century estate. It features the America's oldest gardens which boasts one of the largest collections of azaleas and camellias in the country. Highlights include the Pre-Revolutionary War Plantation House with museum-quality Early American antiques, Biblical Garden, antebellum cabin, Nature Train, Nature Boat, wildlife observation tower, and gift shop.
Address: 3550 Ashley River Road Charleston SC 29414
Send an Email (17) 1 843 571-1266
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The Joseph Manigault House was built in 1803 and is an example of neo-classical style. The interior is decorated with its original American, English and French period furniture and the garden is manicured in its original design. This house is a National Historic Landmark.
Address: 350 Meeting Street Charleston SC 29403-6438
1 843 723-2926
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Houses permanent and visiting exhibits and archives relating to the history of the sea islands and the Gullah culture. This was the site of the Avery Normal Institute, one of the most prestigious African-American private schools in the country. Tours by appointment.
Address: 125 Bull Street Charletson SC 29424
1 843 953-7609
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The only house to withstand both the revolutionary and civil wars relatively intact, the Drayton Hall has a history that steams over two and a half centuries. Now documented and preserved through its museum foundation, guests can explore this old plantation house, and the grounds which it stands, with highly trained tour guides. Become acquainted with the history of its purpose, its landscape, its people that lived and worked here...its story.
Address: 3380 Ashley River Rd. Charleston SC 29414
1 843 769-2600
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Set amid beautiful gardens, the Nathaniel Russell House has been admired since its construction in 1808. This townhouse, originally owned by Nathaniel and Sarah Russell, is recognized as one of America's most important neoclassical structures. Recent interior renovations have returned the house to its original colors.
Address: 51 Meeting Street Charleston SC 29401
1 843 723-1623
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