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History Museum
Downtown Charleston, Charleston
"Great displays, had a lot of fun!"(3 Tips)
"Great civil war exhibit."(2 Tips)
"Have always loved all the specimens and skeletons."(2 Tips)
"Great exhibits, like the Aisle Style and Charleston Couture."(7 Tips)
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Reginald LassiterJune 13, 2019Weather wasn't good today so decided to visit the museum. Was amazed at how much time we spent here and it was great for the kids. Even had activities for them every Wednesday. Highly recommend.
This Is My SouthSeptember 6, 2014America's Oldest Museum has great exhibits on the history of the city and changing exhibits on topics like indigo, bridal fashion and more. Get a joint ticket for entry into historic houses. Read more
PaulMay 3, 2018A good place to learn about Charleston and its small contribution to the great American history.
Steve GuilmetteDecember 23, 2017Great history of Charleston,the revolution and the civil war.....interesting arms collection
Charming Inns of CharlestonJanuary 23, 2013We love the Charleston Museum! Such a gem. Their locally-focused exhibits are always fun and amazing.- Have always loved all the specimens and skeletons. Been going there since I was a little girl!
Clay ChastainDecember 9, 2011Everything from mummies to strange creatures in bottles like in the horror movies. Some truly interesting history. Not the largest museum but I wasn't disappointed.
Archaeological Research Collective IncDecember 30, 2012Their permanent displays have artifacts recovered archaeologically, and they have rotating exhibits that commonly have artifacts from excavations.
Dea CJuly 23, 2011If you knit, sew, spin, tat, weave, or quilt, check out the wonderful fiber arts display, about halfway through the main gallery on the second floor!
Melissa BaatzJanuary 18, 2010On a rainy day, check out the Charleston museum. They have a giraffe and whale skeleton as well as a funeral carriage and even an advertisement to come out to Isle of Palms since there is no malaria!!
Sys EJune 11, 2012If you're interested in the US Civil War, you'll find a lot to interest you here. If not...- Caroline EubanksMarch 30, 2012Great exhibits, like the Aisle Style and Charleston Couture. Free tote bag with check in! Read more
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America's First Museum, est 1773. Its mission is to preserve & interpret Cultural and Natural history of Charleston and the SC Lowcountry.
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- Mon–Sat
- 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Sun
- 1:00 PM–5:00 PM
(843) 722-2996
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