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Heritage Trust Federal Credit UnionMember-Owned Banking Services: A Financial Concept You Can Trust

Given the turmoil in today’s banking industry, wouldn’t it be nice to find a financial institution that offers deposit insurance in excess of that mandated by the government? Or one that makes business decisions without having to consider the demands of stockholders? Maybe one that’s received 11 consecutive five-star ratings? Well, you can get all of this and more at Heritage Trust Federal Credit Union.

In business since 1955, Heritage Trust FCU provides financial services to more than 50,000 members at 11 branches throughout the Lowcountry region, says Jim McDaniel, CEO and president. “We serve the employees and families of more than 350 employer groups, including the military,” he says.

A Member-OrientedAlternative to Banks

Because credit unions are member owned and not-for-profit, Heritage Trust’s sole focus is on member satisfaction, says McDaniel. “The people who deposit their money in our credit union, own the credit union,” he says. “That means we cater to their needs, not to the demands of anonymous investors.”

Rather than investing in risky loans in a desperate attempt to increase earnings, Heritage Trust is able to invest in a new, multimillion dollar processing system that is bringing increased speed, security and convenience to banking through the credit union. While Heritage Trust has offered home banking for some time, the newly installed processing system also makes mobile banking possible. “This is my branch,” says McDaniel, brandishing his

BlackBerry. “Wherever I go, it’s with me. I can access my account, transfer funds, check my balance. This branch is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You can’t get much more convenient than that.”

The processing system also paves the way for soon-to-be-implemented upgrades that will include automated fraud detection and protection software for members with credit and debit cards. In fact, according to McDaniel, the system will eventually enable members to access their accounts through a scan of their fingerprints. “That’s the most secure account access available and we’re on track to offer it to our members in the very near future,” he says.

In addition to security and convenience, Heritage Trust believes one of the most important services it can offer its members is financial education. Toward that end, it plans to offer a variety of youth and young adult accounts as well as partner with the National Endowment of Financial Education to put financialeducation course materials into local schools. “Financial illiteracy is a major weakness in our system today,” says McDaniel. “It’s very important to us to teach children and adults how to manage their finances. It benefits them and it benefits us because smarter customers are less likely to get into trouble.

“We’ve been around for 53 years,” McDaniel continues. “But we’re looking toward the future, not the past. We’re investing in state-of-the-art technology. We’re educating the next generation of members, and we’re looking to expand our network of branches, including a new branch on the Charleston Air Force Base. We’re digging in and gearing up to provide financial services to members for the next 53 years.”

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Now that you have made the Charleston region

your home, it’s time to explore! Th ere are endless

options for you and your family to discover the

charms of the Lowcountry and become immersed in the

area’s progressive southern culture. As you have probably

already discovered, the Charleston region is full of life, his-

tory and opportunity.

On the surface, the region’s beauty is impossible to

ignore. In fact, it’s probably one of the many reasons you

chose to live here. Rivers serenely wind through scenic

marshlands. Historic buildings are shaded by grand live

oaks draped in Spanish moss. Th ere are a lot of advantages

to living in an area that’s easy on the eyes, whether you’ve

set down roots in Summerville, Charleston, Mount Pleas-

ant or somewhere in between.

But much deeper than Charleston’s beauty is its history,

which dates back to 1670 when the fi rst English settlers ar-

rived and established Charles Towne on the banks of the Ash-

ley River. As a favorite destination for travelers, the Charleston

region proudly celebrates its history and the people who have

helped shape the area into what it is today.

In addition, quality of life is something each commu-

nity takes seriously. Schools are a high priority. New pe-

destrian and family-friendly neighborhoods are being built

that mix seamlessly with established neighborhoods. Th ere

are also abundant opportunities to experience arts, culture,

outdoor recreation, shopping, even dining and nightlife.

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Features2 Introduction to Charleston

6 Education in the Lowcountry

11 Higher Education

14 Taking Care

18 Economic Outlook

44 Sports & Recreation

46 Tee Time

47 Dining Out

49 Places to Stay

51 Arts Abound

54 Attractions & Tours

58 Day Trips

60 Calendar of Events

62 Quick Links

64 Newcomer Information & Map

Living in20 Living in Historic Charleston

22 Living in Mount Pleasant

24 Living on the Isle of

Palms & Sullivan’s Island

26 Living in North Charleston

28 Living in West Ashley

30 Living on James Island & Folly Beach

33 Living on Johns Island

34 Living on Daniel Island

36 Living on Kiawah & Seabrook islands

38 Living in Berkeley County

40 Living in Summerville

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Charleston area schools are

making gains as more em-

phasis is put on achieving and

improving in the 140-plus

schools in the tri-county area.

Testing performance across the region con-

tinues to improve, as do graduation rates.

Charleston County Th e Charleston County school district

runs up and down 1,000 square miles of

the coast and includes a range of schools

from urban to rural. Th ere are about 42,500

students in the system for the 2009-2010

school year. Students are spread out among

77 schools, including 25 magnet schools and

seven charter schools. Th e district has about

5,500 employees and is the fourth-largest

employer in the region.

In spring 2008, the district implemented

a three-year plan, Charleston Achieving

Excellence, to focus on three goals: elevat-

ing the achievement of all students, closing

the achievement gap between groups and

increasing the graduation rate.

Th e district has already begun to see the

benefi ts of the plan. For example, the district

increased its growth/improvement rating on

Educationits 2008 state-issued district report card by

two levels to earn an unprecedented “Excel-

lent Rating.”

Th e district has also expanded its support

of child health and nutrition, literacy and

arts and music.

In 2009, 34 schools in the district

received 49 Palmetto Gold and Silver

awards, the most awards of any of the 85

public school districts in South Carolina.

Th e awards, created in 1998, are based on

improvement and performance. In 2008,

26 district schools received Gold and Silver

awards.

An emphasis on creating a college-

oriented culture begins in the early grades.

Th e district’s overall graduation rate in-

creased 11% during the 2007-2008 school

year, Advanced Placement scores went up

and students’ scores on the ACT were the

highest in 11 years. Students in the district

were awarded more than $46 million in

scholarships in the 2008-2009 school year.

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Berkeley County Berkeley County schools continue to

grow as more and more people move to the

area. Th ere are 39 schools in the district,

including the brand new Cane Bay High

School. More than 28,000 students are

enrolled in the district that employs 2,307

teachers and administrators. More than

58% of the teachers have master’s degrees

and above, and the teachers have an average

of 13 years of experience. Th e district also

recently welcomed a new superintendent,

Tony Parker, who came from North Carolina

and took over in January 2008.

Th e district has several programs in place

that ensure children from age 4 until college

don’t fall through the cracks. LEAP, the

district’s summer reading program, serves

more than 1,500 elementary and middle

school students. Th e Child Development

Education Pilot Program has expanded to

Top: A band performance at one of Charleston County’s schools.

Bottom: District 7 School Board member Wilhelmina Moore cut the ribbon to celebrate the

completion of major renovations to Cross High School.

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Education in the Lowcountry

Top: Fourteen Berkeley County senior athletes

signed college/university intent letters on

National Signing Day.

Bottom: Berkeley County School District Spelling

Bee champion Kirsten Simon is congratulated by

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include more than 600 4-year-olds in full-

day programs.

Programs like the Making Middle Grades

Work and High Schools Th at Work have

helped decrease the dropout rates, and four-

year graduation plans are developed with

each eighth grade student to carry them

through high school in relevant ways.

Hanahan Elementary, for kindergarten

through fourth grade, has a school-wide

reading program, as well as a gift ed cur-

riculum for third and fourth-grade students.

Every classroom has SMART board technol-

ogy and at least three networked computers

as part of the school’s technology plan.

Stratford High in Goose Creek is the

largest high school in the district with about

2,283 students. It also has strong parent

involvement and the Parents Teachers and

Students Association continues to experi-

ence growth in membership.

Dorchester County Dorchester County, which includes

Summerville, part of North Charleston and

several smaller towns, is one of the fastest-

growing areas in the area. It is divided up

into two school districts: District Two,

which mainly serves the Summerville area,

and District Four, which mainly serves the

more rural areas out past Summerville.

District Two serves about 22,500 students

around the Summerville area, and it contin-

ues to add about 900 students each year to

its 21 schools. It has more than 600 business

partnerships that provide mentoring, dona-

tions and school projects, and 3,500 school

volunteers. Both its average SAT and ACT

scores sit above the state-wide average.

Summerville High School is the largest

high school in that district with more than

3,300 students enrolled in 2009.

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SchoolsPUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICTSPUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICTS

Berkeley County School DistrictP.O. Box 608, Moncks Corner, SC 29461

843-899-8600, www.berkeley.k12.sc.us

Charleston County School District75 Calhoun St., Charleston, SC 29403

843-937-6300, www.ccsdschools.com

Dorchester County District II102 Greenwave Blvd.

Summerville, SC 29483

843-873-2901

www.dorchester2.k12.sc.us

Dorchester County District IV500 Ridge St., St. George, SC 29477

843-563-4535

www.dorchester4.k12.sc.us

CHARTER SCHOOLSCHARTER SCHOOLS

Charleston Development Academy233 Line St., Charleston, SC 29413

843-722-2689

www.charlestondevelopmentacademy.org

K-6

East Cooper Montessori Charter School250 Ponsbury Road

Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

843-216-2883

www.montessoricharterschool.com

1-8

Greg Mathis Charter High School7555 N. Spartan Blvd.

North Charleston, SC 29420

843-207-8309

9-12

James Island Charter High School1000 Fort Johnson Road

Charleston, SC 29412

843-762-2754

www.jamesislandcharterhs.org

9-12

Orange Grove ElementaryCharter School3795 Spruill Ave., Charleston, SC 29405

843-763-1520

http://orangegrove.ccsdschools.com

K-5

Susan G. Boykin Academy4951 Rivers Ave.


843-744-8882

K-6

Sea Island Youthbuild2872 Azalea Drive


843-577-1611

www.youthbuildcharterschool.org

Ages 16-21

PRIVATE SCHOOLSPRIVATE SCHOOLS

Addleston Hebrew Academy1639 Wallenberg Blvd.


843-571-1105, www.addlestone.org

PreK-8

Archibald Rutledge Academy1011 Old Cemetery Road

McClellanville, SC 29458

843-887-3323, www.archibaldrut-

ledgeacademy.com

Pre-K-12

Ashley Hall172 Rutledge Ave., Charleston, SC 29403

843-722-4088, www.ashleyhall.org

Coed ages 2-4/all girls for K-12

Bishop England High School363 Seven Farms Drive


843-849-9599, www.behs.com

Blessed Sacrament School7 St. Teresa Drive, Charleston, SC 29407

843-766-2128, www.scbss.org

K4-8

Cathedral Academy3790 Ashley Phosphate Road


843-760-2626

www.cathedralacademy.com

K4-12

Charles Towne Montessori School56 Leinbach Drive, Charleston, SC 29407

843-571-1140

www.charlestownemontessori.org

Ages 6 months-12 years old

Charleston Catholic School888 King St., Charleston, SC 29403

843-577-4495

www.charlestoncatholic.com

K4-8

Charleston Christian School2234 Plainview Road


843-556-4480

www.charlestonchristian.org

K4-8

Charleston Collegiate School2024 Academy Drive

Johns Island, SC 29455

843-559-5506

www.charlestoncollegiate.org

PS-12

Charleston Day School15 Archdale St.


843-377-0315

www.charlestondayschool.org

Christ Our King-Stella Maris School1183 Russell Drive


843-884-4721, www.coksm.org

Pre-K-8

Coastal Christian Preparatory School681 McCants Drive


843-884-3663

www.coastalchristian.org

3K-12

Coastal Shores Christian Preschool8310 Dorchester Road


843-552-0624

www.coastalshoresbaptistchurch.com/

preschool

K2-K5

Daniel Island Academy300 Seven Farms Drive


843-971-5961

www.danielislandacademy.com

Preschool for 12-month- to 5-year-olds

Divine Redeemer Catholic School1104 Fort Drive, Hanahan, SC 29410

843-553-1521

www.divineredeemerschool.com

K4-8

Faith Christian School337 Farmington Road


843-873-8464, www.faithchristiansc.org

K3-12

Ferndale Baptist School4870 Piedmont Ave.


843-744-3307 (elementary)

843-554-0535 (high school)

www.ferndalebaptist.org/school

K4-12

First Baptist Church School of Charleston48 Meeting St., Charleston, SC 29401

843-722-6646, www.fbschool.org

Pre-K3-12

James Island Christian School15 Crosscreek Drive, Charleston, SC 29412

843-795-1762, www.jics.org

K4-12

Mason Preparatory School56 Halsey Blvd., Charleston, SC 29401

843-723-0664, www.masonprep.org

Montessori School of Mount Pleasant414 Whilden St., Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

843-884-1117, www.mmpschool.com

Pre-K-K

Nativity School1125 Pittsford Circle, Charleston, SC 29412

843-795-3975, www.nativity-school.com

K4-8

New Israel Christian School69 Simons St., Charleston, SC 29403

843-723-9200

K-8

Northside Christian School7800 Northside Drive


843-797-2690

www.northsideministries.com/ncs

Pre-K3-12

Northwood Academy2263 Otranto Road


843-572-0940

www.northwoodacademy.com

Pre-K-12

The Oaks Christian School505 Gahagan Road


843-875-7667

www.oakschristianschool.org

K3-8

Palmetto Christian Academy361 Egypt Road


843-881-9967

www.palmettochristianacademy.org

Pre-K5-11

Palmetto MontessoriP.O. Box 1948, Johns Island, SC 29457

843-722-4339

www.palmettomontessori.com

Pre-school

Pinewood Preparatory School1114 Orangeburg Road


843-873-1643, www.pinewoodprep.com

Pre-K4-12

Porter-Gaud School300 Albemarle Road


843-556-3620, www.portergaud.edu

K-12

Riverbend Christian Academy7035 Dorchester Road


843-552-2357

www.riverbendchristian.org

K2-12th

St. John’s Christian Academy204 West Main St.

Moncks Corner, SC 29461

843-761-8539, www.sjcacavaliers.com

Pre-K3-12

St. Paul’s Academy5139 Gibson Road, Hollywood, SC 29449

843-889-2702, www.stpaulsacademy.org

Pre-K-12

Summerville Catholic School226 Black Oak Blvd.


843-873-9310

www.summervillecatholic.org

K4-8

Trident Academy1455 Wakendaw Road


843-884-7046, www.tridentacademy.com

K5-12

Trinity Montessori School1293 Orange Grove Road


843-556-6686

www.trinitymontessori.com

Pre-K3-6



Higher EducationW

hether you are a college-bound

student, a college football fa-

natic, an employee or a resident

interested in lectures and continuing educa-

tion opportunities, there’s a good chance you

will fi nd what you are looking for in South

Carolina’s higher education system.

Enrollment has been on the rise in recent

years. In the fall of 2009, 223,489 students

were enrolled in South Carolina’s public and

independent two- and four-year institutions,

up 3% from 2008.

Founded in 1770, the College of Charles-

ton is the city’s oldest institution. It is a

nationally recognized public liberal arts

and sciences university located in the heart

of historic Charleston. Students attend

class in centuries old buildings, and many

spend their evenings working as waiters and

bartenders — or peddling tourists around

in rickshaws. Because of both their work

ethic and spending power, the students are

a vital part of Charleston’s thriving hospi-

tality industry.

Th e Citadel is another college with deep

roots in Charleston. It’s not uncommon

to spot a “knob” walking the Lowcoun-

try’s streets. Th e freshman class is easily

identifi ed by the men’s shaved heads that

resemble doorknobs — hence the nick-

name. A few dozen women also attend the

military college, although females were not

allowed until 1996. The school is unique

because it offers a classic military educa-

tion described as “intense, meaningful

and academically strong.” It differs from

the nation’s traditional military schools

because students are not required to join

the service upon graduation.

Th e Medical University of South Carolina

is one of the area’s premier hospitals and

includes a strong teaching component. Its

specialty degree programs include dental,

graduate studies, medicine, nursing and

South Carolina is home to84 institutions of higherlearning, including:

Three research institutions •

10 comprehensive teaching institutions•

Four regional campuses of USC•

16 technical colleges•

23 independent senior institutions•

Two two-year independent institutions •

Two private professional schools•

24 out-of-state degree granting •

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pharmacy. It is also one of the region’s larg-

est employers, and the research conducted

there is a vital part of the region’s high-tech

biomedical industry.

Th e Charleston School of Law is a private

institution located in downtown Charleston.

Th e school was founded in 2003, but like most

things in this city, it is steeped in history.

In November 1825, a group of Charles-

ton attorneys petitioned the S.C. General

Assembly for a charter institution. Th e

following year, the Forensic Club started

off ering law lectures, beginning the South-

east’s earliest law school. In 2002, prominent

Charleston judges and attorneys set out to

establish a law school that would continue

the 19th century club’s tradition. Th e school

earned accreditation in 2006 and graduated

its fi rst class the following year.

Th e Charleston region is also home to

several technical colleges that off er a host of

two-year degrees and trade certifi cations.

Th is includes Trident Technical College, the

region’s largest two-year school. Upon the

Boeing Co.’s recent announcement that it

would locate an assembly plant for its 787

Dreamliner in North Charleston, Trident

Tech announced it would expand its aviation

electronics programs and dedicate nearly

Colleges & UniversitiesThe Art Institute of Charleston24 North Market St.


843-727-3500, www.artinstitutes.edu/charleston

Charleston School of Law81 Mary St./P.O. Box 535


843-329-1000, www.charlestonlaw.org

Charleston Southern University9200 University Blvd.


843-863-7000, www.csuniv.edu

The Citadel171 Moultrie St.


843-225-3294, www.citadel.edu

College of Charleston66 George St.


843-953-5500, www.cofc.edu

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University101 West Hill Blvd., Building 221

Charleston AFB, SC 29404

843-767-8912, www.erau.edu/charleston

Limestone College4500 Leeds Ave., Suite 208


843-745-1100 ext 223, www.limestone.edu

Medical University of South Carolina171 Ashley Ave.


843-792-2300

www.musc.edu

Southern Illinois University Carbondale101 West Hill Blvd., Building 221, Room 128

Charleston AFB, SC

843-552-7320, www.wed.siu.edu

Southern Wesleyan University4055 Faber Place Drive, Suite 301


843-747-4736, www.swu.edu/ags

Strayer University5010 Wetland Crossing


843-746-5100, www.strayer.edu

Troy University1064 Gardner Road, Suite 211


843-402-9938, www.troy.edu

Virginia College6185 Rivers Ave.


843-614-4300, www.vc.edu

Webster University - North Charleston Campus5300 International Blvd., Building B


843-760-1324

www.webster.edu/southcarolina/char

10,000 square feet of space for Boeing-related

training programs at its main campus.

Students also have the option of attend-

ing satellite campuses for specialty training,

such as Embry Riddle Aeronautical Univer-

sity located at the Charleston Air Force Base.

Charleston is also home to the American

College of the Building Arts, which trains

students in historical building trades such as

ironwork or plaster.

Th e Lowcountry Graduate Center in

North Charleston is an organization that

formed to help working professionals gain

advanced degrees through collabration be-

tween the state’s colleges and universities.

But despite myriad choices, South Caro-

lina, like many states, is at a crossroads when

it comes to higher education.

Many exciting programs are under way

here, including the South Carolina Centers

for Economic Excellence program.

Th e state recently created the Centers of

Economic Excellence program to provide

incentives for the state’s research universities

to raise capital from private sources to fund

endowments for specialized research profes-

sorships. Th e professorships serve a unique

role in helping cultivate critical public-pri-

vate industrial partnerships and expanding

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the state’s knowledge base.

At the same time, South Carolina is

grappling with decreasing state funds and

increased tuition costs. Without money for

new facilities, demand in the coming years

may outstrip capacity. And schools are con-

stantly challenged with training students for

the evolving high-tech industry.

Th e good news is that university offi -

cials and lawmakers spend countless hours

studying, debating and creating innovative

ways to advance higher learning in South

Carolina — without putting the fi nancial

burden on students and their families. Th e

state’s colleges and universities — including

many in the Lowcountry — off er a competi-

tive education to traditional and return-

ing students. Th ey also help fuel the local

economy by serving as some of the area’s

largest employers, by luring students and

families to town, and in their relationships

with the community and businesses. Th e

Lowcountry’s institutions of higher learning

are — and will continue to be — a major

part of the cultural fabric of this region.

For more information on higher educa-

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physicians practicing in

Charleston, Dorchester and

Berkeley counties.

Charleston stands on the cut-

ting edge when it comes to

medicine. Th e area is home

to several major hospitals

and numerous nursing

homes, assisted living facilities, specialty

clinics and rehabilitation services.

At the end of 2006, medical offi ces oc-

cupied more than 1.9 million square feet of

space in the greater Charleston region. Th ere

are more than 2,000 licensed physicians

practicing in Charleston, Dorchester and

Berkeley counties.

If you fi nd yourself in need of medical

care, your options in the Lowcountry are

plentiful. Th e same could be said if you are

looking for a job in a health care-related

fi eld. Th e medical industry is a strong eco-

nomic driver and major employer.

Th e area’s four biggest hospitals — Roper

St. Francis, the Medical University of South

Carolina, Trident Health System and East

Cooper Medical Center — employ more

than 15,000 workers. Th e Medical University

is Charleston County’s largest employer,

with a staff of about 10,000.

Charleston’s health care industry has ex-

perienced a growth spurt in recent years as

the population expands and ages. Th at trend

is only likely to increase as the baby boomer

generation grows older and seeks Charles-

ton’s warmer climate.

Like every industry, health care has been

impacted by recent economic woes. But it

has been more insulated than most other

businesses and is poised to expand in the

region in the coming years.

Millions of dollars worth of expansion

projects are slated for the tri-county area

and some are already under way. Where the

medical industry in Charleston was histori-

cally cloistered in downtown Charleston, a

recent trend among hospitals is to sprawl

into suburban areas to provide patient care

closer to home.

Both Trident Health System and Roper

St. Francis have been granted permission

from the state to build hospitals in Berkeley

County.

In 2008, Roper broke ground on a hos-

pital expansion project in northern Mount

Pleasant that it expects to open in 2010. East

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Cooper Hospital, based in Mount Pleasant, is

also expanding its existing campus by an ad-

ditional 55 acres and also will open in 2010.

Th e Medical University recently opened

a seven-story medical tower on its campus

to treat heart and vascular and digestive

disease patients. It has several other projects

ongoing at its downtown campus as well.

Th e state has also licensed:

Seven adult day care centers for a •

total of 214 units.

10 ambulatory surgery centers.•

One birthing center – Charleston •

Birth Place Inc.

64 community residential care •

facilities that form a combined 1,745

beds.

10 licensed home health care •

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One in-patient hospice facility.•

Seven at-home hospice care pro-•

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10 hospitals or institutional general •

infi rmaries with a combined 1,972

licensed beds.

11 nursing homes with 1,264 •

licensed beds.

Th ree inpatient drug rehab centers •

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843-747-5830

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Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center109 Bee St.


843-577-5011

www.charleston.va.gov

Roper Hospital316 Calhoun St.


843-724-2000

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At a GlanceCharleston Metro Area Population ......644,506

Growth Rate 2000-2008 .......................17.4%

U.S. Population Rank ...................................80

Median Age .............................................36.0

Total Area, land only (2000 est.) ..2,591 sq. mi.

Average Household Income ................$66,754

Annual Retail Sales ..................... $18.7 billion

Labor Force .......................................320,000

Unemployment Rate ...........10.2% (Oct. 2009)

Corporate Income Tax Rate .....................5.0%

Value of Residential Construction .$834 million

Gross Metropolitan Product (2006) ..$24 billion

Port of Charleston ranks 8th in the nation

in dollar value of shipments ($62 billion annually)

2008 data unless otherwise indicated; (p) preliminary

Source: Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce

struction of a new port terminal in North

Charleston means the port will be ready

when the economy fully recovers.

In 2008, Inc.com ranked the Charleston

metro area No. 6 on its list of the Best Mid-

size Cities for Doing Business. Up nine spots

from the previous year, the metro area’s di-

verse economic climate, location and skilled

work force are garnering national attention.

Tourism is a major part of the Lowcoun-

try’s economy. From restaurants, attractions

and history to beaches and cruise ships,

the region contributes a large part to South

Carolina’s $18 billion hospitality industry.

Many of the millions of visitors who visit

the Charleston area frequently return for

future visits, and many choose to call the

area home.

Th e area’s defense industry has proven

to be recession-proof in the past year, with

billions of dollars fl owing through the area’s

economy from the Naval Weapons Station

in Berkeley County to small, medium and

large defense contractors. One of the region’s

largest manufacturers, Force Protection Inc.,

relies on these companies to integrate large-

scale armored vehicles that are fl own to Iraq

and Afghanistan.

Regionally, Charleston is home to sev-

eral innovation centers, which are allowing

a burgeoning creative class to take root.

Th ese creative offi ce spaces dot the region

and off er aff ordable space to small startup

businesses that are trying to grow from

the ground up. Many of these businesses

“graduate” and end up creating high-paying

jobs for Charleston’s creative and technol-

ogy industries.

In addition to these important industries,

the city of Charleston, along with Summer-

ville, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant —

and other municipalities — have developed

a diverse economic climate geared toward

construction, development, large and small

businesses, privately owned companies,

national chains, real estate, manufacturing and

health care.

Th e Charleston region also has attracted

approximately 70 fi rms that are headquartered

outside the United States.


Historic Charleston

A bit of history Th e city, originally named Charles

Towne, was founded in 1670 in current day

West Ashley and started with about 30 hous-

es. It moved to the peninsula 20 years later

and grew to encompass several thousand as

it became a major trading center.

Aft er weathering several hurricanes and

French and Spanish attacks during the 1700s,

Charleston became a royal colony in 1721.

Charleston began to take shape as a

major city, adding cultural, residential and

commercial aspects. Businesses popped

up, such as the country’s fi rst fi re insurance

company and one of the country’s fi rst the-

aters. Several historic landmarks were built,

such as the East Bay warehouse district,

which is now Rainbow Row; and lots were

laid out in 1745 for the fi rst neighborhood,

Ansonborough.

Th e fi rst church services at St. Michael’s

Episcopal Church on Broad Street were held

in 1761. It is now the oldest church building in

the city. Th e Charleston Museum was estab-

lished in 1773 as the country’s fi rst museum.

Several major Revolutionary battles

unfolded around Charleston, and the city

eventually fell under British control for two

years before it was incorporated in 1783.

Th e College of Charleston was granted

a charter in 1785 and the school garners a

large presence downtown to this day.

In 1824, the Medical University of South

Carolina was founded, becoming the fi rst

medical school in the South. Th e MUSC

campus and hospital occupies a large area on

the western side of the peninsula between Cal-

houn and Bee streets, where a cluster of other

health care providers have hospitals, such as

Roper St. Francis and the VA Medical Center.

Despite a damaging earthquake in 1886

and Hurricane Hugo in 1989, Charleston

still houses some of the most historic homes

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With all the grace and charm of a southern city, Charleston draws in visitors and residents

with its historic charisma and waterfront panoramas. Stroll down King Street to browse

boutiques, wander through art galleries in the French Quarter, or tour some of the city’s

historic homes. Th e penisula is home to a rich history that is revealed in nearly all of its

building, streets and parks.

and buildings in the South. A designated

“historic district” preserves many residential

properties.

Neighborhoods Th e housing options downtown range

from the sprawling pastel-colored multi-

million-dollar homes to new luxury condos

overlooking the Ashley River. Th e median

price of homes downtown is higher than

surrounding areas.

South of Broad is the neighborhood liter-

ally south of Broad Street that includes the

oft en-photographed Battery and Waterfront

Park. Full of large traditional homes, this

area has some of the most expensive real

estate in Charleston with most of the houses

coming with a price tag in the millions.

Stroll down the streets in this quiet, storied

neighborhood to catch a glimpse of tradi-

tional Charleston gardens and verandas.

Th e French Quarter, above Broad Street,

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Waterfront Park. It is characterized by the

many art galleries, cobblestone streets and

restaurants that fi ll the area, and it is named

for the many French merchants that once

occupied the area.

Above the French Quarter is Ansonbor-

ough, the peninsula’s fi rst neighborhood,

although much of it was destroyed in a fi re

in 1838 and had to be rebuilt. Many of the

houses have Greek Revival characteristics

and were built by some of Charleston’s oldest

family names, such as Joseph Legare and

Edward McCrady.

Harleston Village is another one of the

old neighborhoods that was developed

in 1770. It encompasses the area north of

Broad Street to Calhoun Street. It includes

Colonial Lake, which was set aside for pub-

lic use in 1768 and is now used by joggers

and dog walkers. Th e architecture includes

Italian and Georgian styles, as well as styles

that span the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries.

Radcliff eborough is bound by King,

Vanderhorst, Smith and Radcliff e streets and

contains much of the College of Charleston

campus. Many of the houses have Italian and

Gothic revival infl uences.

To the west and north of Radcliff ebor-

ough are Cannonborough and Elliottbor-

ough where homes are being renovated at

a rapid rate. Close to MUSC, this area is

popular with medical students and families

who want a house downtown without the

price of a lower-peninsula property.

New developments are opening up resi-

dential spaces, such as the Midtown project

with condominiums and single family

houses ranging from $500,000 to $900,000.

Th e recently constructed Bee Street Loft s

off er downtown living in units ranging from

$300,000 to $1 million. Th is new injection

of residential property has attracted several

restaurants to the area.

To the east of Radcliff eborough is the

Mazyck-Wraggborough neighborhood,

which stretches from King over to Wash-

ington Street. Anchoring the area is the

landmark Marion Square, the 10-acre public

park that houses a farmer’s market on

Saturdays from April to December. Th e area

also includes the Children’s Museum of the

Lowcountry on Ann Street and the Charles-

ton Museum on Meeting Street.

Farther up the peninsula, Hampton Park

Terrace and Wagener Terrace off er more

aff ordable housing options with turn-of-

the-century and brick bungalow homes. Th e

Citadel campus also falls in the Hampton

Park area.

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Top: Charleston’s Rainbow Row.

Above: Grand homes along East Bay Street

Top Right: Gas lanterns are a common

feature downtown.

Right: Pineapple Fountain at Charleston’s

Waterfront Park.

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ft er almost 250 years as “the sleepy

town on the other side of the

harbor,” Mount Pleasant forged

its 20th-century identity when the Grace

Bridge opened in 1929, connecting it to

Charleston and sparking a building boom

that continues 80 years later. Th e Silas Pear-

man Bridge, built adjacent to the Grace

Bridge, opened in 1966.

Yet by the dawn of the 21st century,

snarling traffi c on those Cooper River

bridges was choking the area’s prized quality

of life. Th ings improved dramatically with

the opening of the $650 million Arthur

Ravenel Jr. Bridge, an eight-lane marvel that

was greeted with fi reworks and celebration

on July 16, 2005.

Th e new bridge marked the beginning of

a new era for the state’s fi ft h-largest munici-

pality, now home to about 65,000.

Despite its reputation as the suburban

gateway to Charleston and the East Cooper

beaches, the historic heart of Mount Pleas-

ant can still be found near picturesque Shem

Creek, where the local fi shing fl eet docks be-

side popular locally owned eateries. Its Old

Village, founded in 1680 and incorporated

in 1837, sits on breezy bluff s that overlook

the harbor just seaward of Shem Creek.

Locals treasure its 18th-century homes,

its quaint Pitt Street commercial district

and the neighborhood’s authentic shade-

drenched ambiance. Residents and visitors

alike enjoy trips to Alhambra Hall Park and

the nearby Pitt Street Bridge, which once

connected the town to Sullivan’s Island by

trolley but now off ers views of Charleston

Harbor and easy access to fi shing and crabbing.

Other glimpses of Mount Pleasant’s past

can be found across town on scenic Long

Point Road.

On one side of the road, motorists may

turn off and wander down a broad alley of

oaks that leads to Boone Hall Plantation.

Settled in 1743, this privately owned historic

property has been open to the public for

tours since 1955 yet remains a working plan-

tation. Its “you-pick ’em” fi elds and seasonal

events are beloved by local families.

On the other side of Long Point Road,

the Charles Pinckney National Historic’

Site interprets life at Snee Farm Plantation,

home of one of the original signers of the

U.S. Constitution. Th e U.S. Park Service

staff makes a special eff ort to explain and

preserve the region’s Gullah culture.

Glimpses of that Gullah heritage can be

seen along U.S. Highway 17, where the area’s

“basket ladies” still make and sell the Low-

country’s signature sweetgrass baskets from

simple roadside stands.

Eff orts to honor and preserve tradi-

tions like sweetgrass basketry demonstrate

an emerging sense of civic identity. Aft er

decades of rapid suburban growth, Mount

Pleasant began allocating building permits

in 2005 and now puts greater emphasis on

planning.

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Th e qualities the town guards today

helped convince Money magazine to name

Mount Pleasant as one of the Top 100 Best

Places to Live in 2006. Average home value

remains around $300,000 and median

household income is more than $76,000.

Caring for others is also on the rise. East

Cooper Community Outreach, a volunteer

organization that emerged from the aft er-

math of Hurricane Hugo in 1989, operates

social programs aimed at helping disadvan-

taged people live healthier, more successful

lives. A weekly farmer’s market on Tuesday

aft ernoons gives locals access to aff ordable,

healthy food.

Th e town has two modern hospitals

under construction (a replacement for East

Cooper Hospital and a new Roper St. Fran-

cis hospital), and fi tness has been on the up-

swing here since the bridge opened in 2005

with a lane for bicyclists and pedestrians.

Residents make extensive use of the town’s

numerous parks, ballfi elds and gyms, and

recreational sports leagues for children and

adults are numerous, popular and spirited.

Palmetto Island County Park, a 943-

acre facility, has nature trails, picnic areas,

a 50-foot observation tower, a water park

and pedal boat rentals. Patriots Point on

the Charleston Harbor boasts a state-run

military museum that displays four World

War II-era vessels and more than a dozen

vintage aircraft . Th e aircraft carrier USS

Yorktown is also the home to the Medal

of Honor Society Museum. Patriots Point

features a golf course (one of fi ve in town),

and a new athletic complex. Patriots Point

also connects to the Ravenel Bridge by way

of Memorial Park, a $14 million waterfront

park unveiled in the summer of 2009.

Because of its 20th century history as

a bedroom community, Mount Pleasant’s

neighborhoods are typically distinct subur-

ban developments. Th eir varying styles off er

residents a range of choices.

Th e Tides, an upscale condominium com-

munity on the Charleston Harbor, is among

the town’s newest. I’On, a new-urbanist

development off Mathis Ferry Road, is an

award-winning neighborhood of beautiful

homes, tiny yards, elaborate public spaces

and mixed-use construction. Farther out, the

sprawling new developments of Park West

and Carolina Park are moving the geographic

center of town more to the east each year.

With people come businesses, most of

them oriented on either Highway 17 or

Coleman Boulevard. Th e town’s most promi-

nent shopping area is Towne Centre, located

between the Isle of Palms Connector and the

end of Interstate 526.

In keeping with Lowcountry tradition,

the town loves a good festival. Mount Pleas-

ant hosts festivals for the arts, oysters, Scot-

tish games, local foodies and children. Every

April, the town turns out for the annual

Blessing of the Fleet at Alhambra Hall, dur-

ing which local clergy bless the fi shing fl eet,

and local residents hang around to celebrate

spring. Th e annual Christmas parade is a

big draw, as is the Cooper River Bridge Run,

which attracts runners and walkers by the

tens of thousands each spring.

Opposite top: Patriots Point.

Opposite bottom: The Arthur

Ravenel Jr. Bridge connects Mount

Pleasant to downtown Charleston.

Below: Shem Creek.

Bottom: Shoppers enjoy the Mount

Pleasant Farmers’ Market on

Tuesday evenings from

spring through fall.

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Isle of Palms & Sullivan’s Island

East Cooper’s two beach-front islands are

connected by one bridge but represent

two distinct lifestyles.

Sullivan’s Island lies at the entrance to the

Charleston Harbor and spent much of its

history as a slave port. Its strategic position

made it a key to the seaward defense of the

city of Charleston and it was fortifi ed well into

the 20th century. To Charlestonians of the late

19th and early 20th century, Sullivan’s Island

was the beach to which they escaped by boat

when the summer heat grew unbearable.

Today, the island’s military and beach-

retreat heritage give the place an elegantly

shabby, slow-moving style that is unique

among southern beach communities. Island-

ers have adapted abandoned fortifi cations

and disused buildings from Fort Moultrie’s

sprawling past into creative living spaces and

public uses. Victorian homes line shaded

streets.

About 2,000 people live on the

3.3-square-mile island, which remains a

popular destination for beach-goers from

Charleston and Mount Pleasant. But with

no hotels, the beach is seldom crowded.

Easements and strict regulations protect the

island’s dunes and maritime forests, and its

lighthouse, which began operation in 1962,

was conveyed to the National Parks Service

in 2008.

Th ough Sullivan’s Island was home to two

settlements in the 19th century, the neigh-

boring Isle of Palms remained a remote,

sparsely populated vacation spot until the

early 20th century. A 50-room hotel opened

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in 1906, followed in 1912 by a beach pavil-

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First known as Hunting Island, and then

Long Island, developers renamed it the Isle

of Palms in 1913 to attract tourists. Develop-

ment of the 5.6-square-mile island didn’t

begin in earnest until the 1940s.

Th e boom started in 1944 with the

purchase of 1,300 acres by Th e Beach Co.,

which laid out roads and began building a

mixture of vacation and aff ordable housing.

Th e Ben Sawyer Bridge connecting Mount

Pleasant to Sullivan’s Island completed the

Charleston-to-IOP automobile link in 1945

and more growth followed.

By the 1970s, developers turned their eyes

toward a 1,600-acre tract and began construc-

tion of what is today the gated Wild Dunes

Resort. Th is exclusive community features

two golf courses, extensive tennis facilities

and a system of walking and bicycling trails.

Hurricane Hugo destroyed 95% of the

IOP’s buildings in 1989 and the infl ux of

Opposite left: Wild Dunes Resort.

Opposite right: A family walks the beach

on the Isle of Palms.

Below: Fencing along the beach prevents

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insurance cash lead to a burst of luxurious

gentrifi cation. Today, the island has a popu-

lation of more than 4,500, multimillion-

dollar homes line the water, and its Front

Beach commercial district bustles with

restaurants and shops.

Th e IOP’s Windjammer Lounge is a clas-

sic beachfront bar and music venue, and the

annual Polar Bear Swim on Sullivan’s Island,

which draws thousands of high-spirited

bathers every New Year’s Day, originates at

Dunleavy’s Pub in the island’s tiny down-

town.

Life on the islands off ers distinct choices

for those who can aff ord them — the up-

scale energy of the IOP versus the quirkier

charms of Sullivan’s Island. Residents of

both islands benefi t from one of the state’s

fi nest elementary schools, enjoy easy access

to shopping via the Isle of Palms Connector

and can oft en be spotted tooling around in

their ubiquitous electric golf carts.

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North Charleston is an area in transi-

tion. With industrial and military

roots, the city in recent years has

committed to redeveloping its central neigh-

borhoods and reinventing itself as a trendy

yet aff ordable place to live.

Th e area north of Charleston was devel-

oped as plantations by early colonists, but aft er

the Civil War, it grew into an industrial center.

Just aft er the turn of the 20th century, the

U.S. Navy targeted a huge swath of land along

the Cooper River for a new naval base, and

planned neighborhoods began to unfold to

house workers, the military and their families.

Th e North Charleston area boomed dur-

ing World War II. Th e dynamic area incor-

porated as a city in 1972 and has expanded

to include land in Charleston, Dorchester

and Berkeley counties.

In the 1990s, the federal government

closed the Navy base in North Charleston.

Th e city of North Charleston has since part-

nered with developers to infuse new life into

the area’s historic neighborhoods.

Redevelopment areas include Park Circle,

a community of neighborhoods planned early

in the 20th century. Residential developments

in the works, such as Oak Terrace Preserve

and Mixson, have earned a reputation for

their sustainable building practices. Nearby

Montague Avenue is a Main Street of the past,

alive again with shops and restaurants.

Redevelopment is ongoing on the former

naval base as well, where once empty military

buildings now bustle with art studios, private

offi ces and other commercial activity col-

lectively known as the Navy Yard at Noisette.

Th e base’s waterfront is now a public park

with monuments commemorating its past.

Beyond the historic center of North

Charleston, the area is full of neighborhoods

built in the late 20th century and shopping

centers, including the Tanger Outlet Center

and Northwoods Mall. North Charleston

remains a center of business activity for the

region, with many of the Charleston area’s

commercial and industrial employers lo-

cated there. Boeing Co. announced plans in

late 2009 to locate its second assembly line

for its 787 Dreamliner in North Charleston,

a move that expects to create more than

3,800 well-paying jobs.

One of the area’s major attractions is the

North Charleston Coliseum and Performing

Arts Center and adjacent Charleston Area

Convention Center. Th e complex is home to

the Stingrays, a minor league hockey team,

and is a venue for concerts, performances

and meetings large and small.

Th e Charleston International Airport is

also located in North Charleston. Interstate

26 forms a spine that begins in Charleston

and runs through North Charleston toward

Columbia. Interstate 526, which has terminal

points in Mount Pleasant and West Ashley,

reaches its peak in North Charleston.

Left: The Old Village.

Above: New and redeveloped neighborhoods

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West AshleyT

he area west of the Ashley River in

Charleston is home to some of the

area’s oldest suburban neighborhoods

and, a little farther out, some of the newest.

West Ashley, as it’s called, also features a

range of old and new shopping centers and

restaurants, historic plantations and other at-

tractions, and a unique outdoor walking trail.

Neighborhoods closest to the Charleston

peninsula were built in the 1920s through

the 1950s. Among the older subdivisions are

Old Windermere, Byrnes Down, Moreland,

Avondale and Th e Crescent. Development

continued through the 1970s and 1980s in

neighborhoods farther out from the city,

such as Northbridge, Northbridge Terrace

and Wespanee Plantation. New residential

development has continued in recent years,

especially past the western boundary of In-

terstate 526, in neighborhoods like Shadow-

moss and Carolina Bay.

Long-ago residents of West Ashley have

left behind several historic plantations and

gardens that have been preserved and are

open for tours. Magnolia Plantation, Mid-

dleton Place and Drayton Hall Plantation

allow visitors to learn about the architecture

and life of South Carolinians in the 1700s

and the centuries following.

Another historic destination in West

Ashley is Charles Towne Landing, the site of

the English settlement that would become

the Carolina colony. Th e 664-acre attraction

is a state park.

When getting around by car, main

highway corridors in West Ashley are U.S.

17, called Savannah Highway, and S.C.

61, also known as Ashley River Road. Th e

two highways are connected by S.C. 7, also

called Sam Rittenberg Boulevard. Interstates

526 and 26 connect West Ashley to North

Charleston to the north and Mount Pleasant

to the east.

For those interested in seeing West Ash-

ley by foot or bike, the West Ashley Green-

way is a good option. Th is 10.5-mile walking

and biking path weaves among residential

areas and shopping centers and through

small marshy areas and swaths of trees.

Th e trail starts near the South Windermere

Shopping Center and stretches to Johns

Island.

Shopping is plentiful in West Ashley.

Th e area is home to Citadel Mall, one of the

area’s two enclosed malls. Shopping centers

anchored by national retailers and restau-

rants surround Citadel Mall, which is lo-

cated just inside I-526 near the intersection

of U.S. 17 and Sam Rittenberg Boulevard.

West Ashley also includes eclectic shopping

strips fi lled with many locally owned stores

and eateries, such as the Avondale shopping

area along U.S. 17.

Top: Sunset along the Ashley River.

Bottom: The Avondale neighborhood boasts

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James Island & Folly Beach

James Island and Folly Beach, located

just south of Charleston, represent a

distinctly independent streak in the

Lowcountry character.

Long a semi-rural area, James Island’s

population has been booming since the early

1990s and the opening of the James Island

Connector, a bridge that links the island di-

rectly to the Charleston peninsula. Many of

the island’s older neighborhoods lie within

Charleston’s city limits, but the rest of the

island was incorporated into an independent

town in 2008.

James Island is bounded by Wappoo

Creek, Charleston Harbor and the Stono and

Folly rivers. Its network of marshes, inlets,

sounds and creeks gives it one of the most

scenic natural environments in the region. It

was a strategic key to Charleston during the

Revolutionary and Civil wars. Th e Confed-

erate attack on Fort Sumter began in 1861

with a shot from Fort Johnson, modern-day

home of a state-of-the-art government ma-

rine science research facility.

McLeod Plantation, with its alley of

slave cabins visible from Folly Road near

the foot of the Wappoo Bridge, stands near

the entrance to the private Country Club of

Charleston. Th e Riverland Terrace neighbor-

hood, located between Maybank Highway

and Wappoo Creek, features enormous live

oaks and deeply shaded lanes. A nearby

Top left: Shrimp boats in a creek on James Island.

Top right: A family gathers for a picnic at the

James Island Yacht Club.

Bottom: A view of the sun setting over Kiawah

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Bea

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antiques and the Terrace Th eatre, the area’s

only art-house cinema.

Recreational options include the Charles-

ton Municipal Golf Course and James Island

County Park, a 643-acre facility with trails,

fi shing docks, a 50-foot climbing wall, kayak

rentals, picnic areas and a campground. Th e

park’s Splash Zone water park is extremely

popular with families during summer months,

and the county’s annual Holiday Festival of

Lights attracts motorists on winter nights.

James Island ends where Folly Road en-

ters a marsh marked by the landmark “Folly

Boat,” an abandoned hull that was deposited

on the roadside by Hurricane Hugo. Locals

have been painting messages on it ever

since. Another treasured local landmark –

the ramshackle Bowen’s Island Restaurant

– sits on a tidal creek in a hummock of trees

in the vast marsh between James Island and

Folly Beach.

Folly Beach calls itself “Th e Edge of

America,” and the seven-mile island cer-

tainly seems to take the nickname seriously.

Th e island celebrates its bars, fi shing shacks,

funky eateries and nefarious characters, and

East Coast surfers swarm to the spot they

call “Th e Washout” whenever an Atlantic

swell pushes big waves ashore.

A county-run 1,000-foot fi shing pier

marks the center of the island.

Th e county also operates a beach park on

the island’s western tip, and the undeveloped

eastern end of the island was the longtime

site of a Coast Guard station. Morris Island,

where the Union assault depicted in the

movie Glory took place, lies across the inlet

from the old Coast Guard station. Th e island

has been heavily eroded, and the Morris

Island Lighthouse has been surrounded by

water for decades.

Long described as the Lowcounty’s “poor

man’s beach,” Folly’s signature shacks ceased

to be aff ordable escapes for drift ers, starving

artists and beach bums a decade ago, but the

island’s 2,300 year-round residents preserve

its identity as a place where corporate ho-

mogenization hasn’t taken over – yet.

Above left: The fog settles in on the Folly River.

Above Right: The houses at Folly range from

signature shacks to beautiful beachfront homes.

Above: The historic Morris Island Lighthouse.

Right Top: Kayakers at James Island County Park.

Right bottom: Taco Boy is one of Folly’s popular

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Johns Island

Johns Island, the Lowcountry’s last

remaining rural sea island, is a vast

swath of land between James Island, the

mainland west of Charleston and the private

barrier islands of Kiawah and Seabrook.

Its future is one of the most important

undecided questions in the Lowcountry.

Th e island grows much of the area’s fresh

organic produce and is home to numer-

ous farms, nurseries, packing houses and

produce stands. And though its main

transportation arteries are heavily traffi cked,

the island has miles of long, quiet, tree-lined

roads that attract Lowcountry bicyclists

looking for a nice day’s ride.

Traffi c remains one of the island’s most

pressing issues. Johns Islanders shot down

a proposed Cross Island Expressway in

the 1990s and are divided over a proposed

extension to Interstate 526 that would cross

the island en route to the James Island Con-

nector, shortening the 30-minute commute

to Charleston considerably. Th e trade off ?

Opponents don’t want to trade their rural

way of life and thousands of acres of farm-

land for the suburban development better

roads would bring.

Th e island boasts Th e Angel Oak, be-

lieved to be one of the oldest trees east of the

Mississippi. Said to be an estimated 1,400

years old, the oak is a graceful giant, 65 feet

tall, more than 25 feet around and provides

more than 17,000 square feet of shade with

limbs as long as 89 feet. It’s owned by the

city of Charleston and is open to the public.

Another local gem is the village of Rock-

ville at the end of neighboring Wadmalaw

Island. Th is remote, picturesque village is

largely untouched by the coastal develop-

ment boom and it plays host each August

to the Rockville Regatta, an event that dates

back more than 100 years and marks the

end of the Lowcountry’s competitive sailing

season. It’s as much a party as it is a race.

Horses raised for work, transportation or

recreation have long been a part of life on

the island. Th e public Mullet Hall Eques-

trian Center at Johns Island County Park (a

largely undeveloped 738-acre tract) provides

riders with facilities for horse shows and

equestrian tournaments, plus 20 miles of

riding trails.

Th e Charleston Executive Airport on

Trenholm Road is a small facility that off ers

convenience to resort visitors and fl ying les-

sons for locals.

A new 16,000-square-foot library, com-

pleted in 2004, is the county’s largest branch.

Much of the development driving the

island today is upscale. Home prices at Th e

Preserve at Fenwick Hall, for instance, start

at a cool $1 million. Other developments

off er a mixture of aff ordable and luxury

choices, varying from waterfront lots to

Charleston-style urbanism to custom rural

seclusion.

Th e island’s central commercial district

is still located at the intersection of Main,

Maybank and Bohicket roads, but the

number of choices increases every year. And

though it once would have seemed hard to

believe, the island now boasts a fi ne-dining

French restaurant — Th e Fat Hen on May-

bank Highway.

Johns Island is a stronghold of Gullah

culture and holds a special place in the

Lowcountry’s civil rights history. Native son

Esau Jenkins, despite receiving no formal

education beyond the 4th grade, understood

in the 1950s and 1960s that the future of the

island’s isolated black communities would

depend on bootstrapping programs for

their education and health. He and others

founded “Citzenship Schools” that helped

residents — many of whom were illiterate —

qualify to vote, and their Sea Island Health

Corporation brought doctors, nurses and

modern medicine to rural corners that had

never received proper care.

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Daniel Island

The Lowcountry’s newest address

is also one of its most attractive.

Daniel Island has grown from an

undeveloped expanse of forest and farmland

into a thriving community of roughly 5,800

in just a decade.

Th e 4,000-acre island at the tip of the

Cainhoy Peninsula was essentially uninhab-

ited when Interstate 526 crossed it in the

1990s, linking the land between the Wando

and Cooper rivers to the mainland for the

fi rst time. Development, guided by a master

plan worked out in conjunction with the

Guggenheim Foundation (which owned the

island from 1947-97), began in the late 1990s.

Today, the Daniel Island community spans

eight neighborhoods, a central commercial

district, more than 400 acres of public park-

land, two golf courses, a professional soccer

stadium and a world-class tennis facility.

Daniel Island is incorporated into the

city of Charleston, even though it’s located

in Berkeley County and residents must

pass through Mount Pleasant or North

Charleston to reach it. Though gener-

ally considered a bedroom community,

the island’s daytime population swells to

an estimated 8,500, thanks to employers

such as software firm Blackbaud and the

34-acre campus of Bishop England High

School, which moved to the island in

1998 after more than 80 years in down-

town Charleston.

Home prices range from the $300,000s

to $6 million, with select lots selling for

upwards of $1 million.

Condominiums are available for less than

$200,000, but the island’s network of public

spaces, services, shopping, education and

amenities generally tends to put a premium

on property values. Plans point toward an

eventual population of 15,000.

Life on the island benefi ts from 23 miles of

shoreline, much of it open to the public, and

the extensive system of parks and docks give

neighborhoods plenty of public spaces and

room to socialize. Th e island’s event calendar

gets more crowded every year, thanks in large

part to the Family Circle Cup Tennis Center

(its namesake tournament is played there

each April) and Blackbaud Stadium, home

pitch for the Charleston Battery Soccer Club.

Th ese modern facilities are increasingly in

demand for concerts and festivals.

Above: Daniel Island has grown to a community of more than 5,000 in just a decade. Top right: A misty sunrise over the marsh.

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Beautiful homes and homesites

An in-town country club

Golf courses by Tom Fazio and Rees Jones

The Family Circle Tennis Center

On-island shops, schools, restaurants and churches

Convenient to beaches and international airport

More than 40 parks and gardens

Ancient live oaks draped in Spanish moss

Surrounded by 23 miles of rivers and tidal creeks

Extensive biking and walking trails

Neighborhoods that are actually neighborly

More than 50 civic and social organizations

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iawah and Seabrook islands, two

private resort communities south

of Charleston, off er a quality of life

that includes world-class golf, upscale homes

and breathtaking views of the Lowcountry’s

landscape.

Pottery found on Kiawah Island dates as

far back as 4,000 years. Ownership of the is-

land changed many times through the years

from the Indians to the British and then to

some of the earliest “Charlestonians.” Its

history is linked to names you may already

be familiar with: Gibbes, Vanderhorst and

Middleton, to name a few.

Development of the island loosely began

in the 1950s when C.C. Royal, who made his

fortune in the lumber business, purchased the

island. He built a home for his wife and seven

children and then sold 65 lots to friends. In

1974, the Kuwait Investment Co. purchased

the island from Royal’s heirs and created a land

plan that consisted of a resort and residential

development. Kiawah Development Partners

is currently the master developer of the island.

Approximately 1,100 full-time residents

inhabit the island, but the population swells

in the spring and summer when about 600

Above: Exploring Kiawah Island by kayak.

Below: The Ocean Course at Kiawah.

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of the island’s properties are rented.

Th e island is also home to the Kiawah Is-

land Golf Resort, which includes fi ve public

golf courses and two private courses; Th e

Sanctuary, a AAA Five Diamond hotel; an

award-winning spa; and several restaurants.

Outside of golf, the island also caters to

tennis players and is a destination for run-

ners each year during the annual Kiawah

Island Marathon, held each December.

Seabrook Island, just across the marsh

from Kiawah Island, is a 2,200-acre mix of

forest, salt marshes and beach. Th e island was

discovered by settlers in 1666 and indigo and

rice were its fi rst cash crops. Th e island was

fi rst called Jones Island, then Simmons Island

and fi nally Seabrook when it was purchased

by William Seabrook in 1816.

Originally developed in 1972 as a resort

and conference center location, the is-

land has evolved into a private oceanfront

community. Th ere are more than 2,500

properties on Seabrook Island and about

700 families live on the island year-round.

Seabrook Island residents recently voted

in favor of the Horizon Plan, a $31 million

master growth plan to redevelop and elevate

the island’s amenities and facilities to meet

current and future needs.

There is no shortage of things to do

on Seabrook Island, from playing golf on

one of two private golf courses, to playing

tennis, horseback riding and boating.

There are several restaurants to choose

from, as well.

Inhabitants of both islands place a high

value on the environment and have made

sure that the buildings are constructed in

harmony with the natural surroundings.

Th ere are also plenty of opportunities to

experience the wildlife, whether strolling

on the beach or exploring the waterways via

kayak or canoe.

Just 30 minutes away from Charleston,

the islands are close enough for a day trip

into the city; however, there are several

options for shopping excursions on both

islands, as well as at Freshfi elds Village on

neighboring Johns Island. Freshfi elds Vil-

lage off ers a variety of stores, from sport-

ing goods to groceries, as well as several

restaurants.

Above: A beautiful home on Kiawah Island.

Right: Dining with a view at the

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Berkeley County

Historic Berkeley County is the

largest of the three counties in the

Charleston metro area and one of

the fastest growing in the state. Its agricul-

tural base – dating back to the 17th century

— has given way to industry as evidenced by

a $600 million investment by internet giant

Google in a new data center and DuPont’s

expansion of a Kevlar plant that the county

won over 40 potential locations worldwide.

In addition, the entire tri-county area will

benefi t from the 2009 announcement that

Boeing Co. had selected North Charleston

as the location for its second assembly line

for the 787 Dreamliner — a $750 million

investment.

Major employers include the U.S. Naval

Weapons Station, with approximately 11,000

employees, and Berkeley County School

District, with 3,650. Several industry leaders,

including Nucor Steel, J.W. Aluminum and

Alcoa Mt. Holly, have earned recognition for

sustainability eff orts.

Sensitive to quality of life issues, the

Berkeley County Planning Commission has

launched an initiative to study and manage

growth. Dubbed “Planning the Future While

Preserving the Past,” its mission is to create a

comprehensive development plan.

Indeed, quality of life is a major draw for

visitors and newcomers to Berkeley County,

with its temperate coastal plain climate,

abundant waterways and unspoiled land-

scapes. A rich heritage that traces its origins

to the fi rst settlers in the Carolinas is alive

today in the residents of Berkeley County

and their communities — Bonneau, Goose

Creek, Hanahan, Jamestown, Moncks Corner,

St. Stephen and Daniel Island.

Originally the domain of European plant-

ers, county farmlands once supported rice

and cotton crops. Plantations may still be

seen today along tributaries of the Cooper

River and some still serve as residences.

Mepkin Abbey, a former plantation

perched on the river’s bluff s, now serves as

home to a Trappist monastery with a garden

and chapel open to the public. It is located in

the town of Moncks Corner, originally a colo-

nial trading post dating back to 1738 that took

its name from landowner Th omas Monk.

Old Santee Canal Park commemorates

America’s fi rst summit canal, which began

operating in 1800. In addition to tours of the

historic site, the park features the Berkeley

County Museum and Heritage Center. Ex-

hibits and artifacts portray the region’s his-

tory and include Brig. Gen. Francis Marion,

also known as the “Swamp Fox,” Native

Americans, colonial life, the Civil War and

the Francis Marion National Forest.

At Francis Beidler Forest in Four Holes

Swamp, shaded boardwalks wind through

ancient groves of towering cypress and

Pleistocene swamps. Th e forest — a National

Natural Landmark — is protected and man-

aged by the National Audubon Society and

is the largest remaining virgin black water

cypress and tupelo swamp in the world.

Cypress Gardens features boat rides

through black water swamps and the Berke-

ley Blueways off er 20 canoeing and kayaking

trails. World-class waterskiing, wind surfi ng,

sailing, boating and fi shing are popular on

Lake Moultrie, as well as the state’s largest

lake, Lake Marion. Th e Palmetto Trail, a

recreational trail that stretches statewide,

takes trekkers off the beaten path for a closer

experience with southern fauna and wildlife.

Th e active lifestyle of Berkeley County pairs

well with the wide variety of residential neigh-

borhoods available. From the small town feel

of some of the county’s oldest communities to

planned neighborhoods with single-family at-

tached and detached homes, choices abound in

every price range. Th e new Del Webb Charleston

located in Cane Bay Plantation off ers all the classic

amenities for the active adult population.

Recently developed Daniel Island off ers

a master-planned lifestyle community built

on a sea island. Th oughtful planning and

quality execution have earned the Daniel

Island Co. recognition from the Urban Land

Institute and the National Association of

Homebuilders for exceptional smart growth

development practices. One of the hottest

tickets in professional sports, the Family

Circle Cup, attracts top-seeded players every

year to the all-woman’s Tier I pro tennis

event on Daniel Island.

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Summerville is a community that still

gathers at Town Square to celebrate

the 4th of July, where Friday night

high school football draws a spirited crowd,

and in early December, the holiday season

is ushered in with an annual Christmas Tree

Lighting downtown. In this modern south-

ern city, progress and preservation are in-

extricably intertwined, making it a dynamic

and diverse place to live and work.

Downtown Restoration, Enhancement

and Management (D.R.E.A.M.), a nonprofi t

group spearheaded by local residents, has

done much since its inception in 1992 to

bring focus and support to Summerville and

its historic downtown district. Th e commer-

cial area is bustling again with unique shops,

a local bookstore, art galleries and eateries.

Guerin’s Pharmacy – the oldest still operat-

ing in South Carolina – contains antiques, a

full-service pharmacy and an old-style soda

fountain that serves drug store classics like

cherry and vanilla cokes, milkshakes and

chili dogs.

Th e Summerville-Dorchester Museum

documents cultural and natural history with

a fi lm and exhibits of the colonial settlers,

early churches and architecture. Over 700

buildings have been placed on the National

Register of Historic Places.

Summerville traces its roots to the 1780s,

when it was known as Pineland Village to

plantation owners waiting to escape the

swamp fever and insects of the Lowcountry

summer. Aft er being deemed by medical

specialists in 1899 as one of the best areas

in the world for lung and throat disorders,

the area experienced a golden era, with

special lodgings and resorts springing up to

accommodate pulmonary patients. Th e most

famous was Pine Forest Inn, which some-

times served as the Winter White House

for Presidents William Howard Taft and

Th eodore Roosevelt.

Today, Summerville is Dorchester Coun-

ty’s largest city with an estimated popula-

tion of over 44,000. Named one of the 50

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off ers residents the best of both worlds in

terms of quality of life and housing. Known

for its stately Victorian homes, the city also

off ers the full spectrum of new construction

options attracting families, business and

military personnel to the area.

Dubbed Flower Town in the Pines, Sum-

merville still gets high marks for natural

attributes. Th e Flowertown Festival draws

250,000 people every spring for a weekend

dedicated to artisans and craft s amid the

profusion of blooms in Azalea Park.

Th e park, a 12-acre oasis of ponds, paths,

fountains and tennis courts, has also been

the site for one of South Carolina’s premiere

outdoor arts events, Sculpture in the South.

Summerville residents take to the trails at

nearby Givhans Ferry State Park, on the for-

mer site of an 18th-century ferry that once

crossed the Edisto River. Th e park features

camping, cabins, fi shing, picnic areas and

river access.

At Francis Beidler Forest in Four Holes

Swamp, shaded boardwalks wind through

ancient groves of towering cypress and

Pleistocene swamps. Th e forest — a National

Natural Landmark — is protected and man-

aged by the National Audubon Society and

is the largest remaining virgin stand in the

world.

Among the many fi ne and fun dining

options in Summerville, perhaps the most

famous is the Dining Room at Woodlands

Resort & Inn — one of only three lodging

properties in America to be awarded the

Mobil Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond

awards for both lodging and dining. Th e

Dining Room has been awarded the Relais

& Chateaux highest culinary designation:

Relais Gourmand. Th e readers of Travel +

Leisure magazine ranked Woodlands Inn

No.1 in the Continental U.S. and Canada

and No.3 worldwide in the 2008 World’s

Best Service Awards.

Opposite: Downtown Summerville.

Top: Kayakers exploring a waterway.

Middle: Summerville’s Flowertown Festival.

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Carolina. Its main cities and towns include

Georgetown, which is regularly rated

among the top 100 small towns in America,

as well as Murrells Inlet, Andrews, Litch-

fi eld and Pawleys Island.

Located between Charleston and Myrtle

Beach, Georgetown provides easy access

to entertainment, recreation and shopping

available in these two cities. But George-

town, with its rich history, beauty and

southern charm has worked hard to develop

itself into a well-rounded destination for

new residents and visitors alike.

As South Carolina’s third oldest city,

Georgetown was founded in 1729. It was

developed by Elisha Screvin, who designed

the city in a four-by-eight block grid.

Georgetown’s location along fi ve rivers

and on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean of-

fered the perfect setting for growing indigo

and rice, and for exporting it. Th e region en-

joyed great prosperity in the 1700s and early

1800s as a result of these successful cash

crops. In fact, at one point, the region pro-

duced nearly half of the total rice crop in the

United States, and the port of Georgetown

was at one time the largest rice-exporting

port in the world.

Aft er the Civil War, Georgetown evolved

from an agricultural center to an industrial

center. Its seaport attracted many large

manufacturers in the paper, wood products

and steel industries.

In more recent years, tourism has

become a large part of the area’s economy.

Georgetown’s historic downtown is a main

attraction. Th e streets still bear the original

names, and many of the original homes have

been maintained and can be toured, includ-

ing the Kaminski House. Th is mansion was

built in 1769 and was bequeathed to the city.

It is furnished with the Kaminski family’s

heirlooms and is the perfect example of the

classic southern home.

History buff s can also tour Hopsewee

Plantation, which was the home of George-

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Georgetown’s beauty has also attracted

nature lovers. Huntington Beach State Park

spans 2,500 acres, including three miles of

beautiful wide beaches, a freshwater lake,

nature trails and some of the fi nest bird

watching in the region. Brookgreen Gardens,

which once included four rice plantations, is

now a sculpture park, botanical garden and

wildlife sanctuary. It is located literally across

the street from Huntington Beach State Park.

Both properties were owned by Anna Hyatt

and Archer Huntington who left them for

future generations to enjoy.

Several of the area’s plantations have also

been turned into golf courses and many have

been ranked by numerous golf magazines as

some of the best in the country.

Locals and visitors also take advantage of

Georgetown’s coastal location and the range

of activities it off ers from lounging on the

beach to deep-sea fi shing.

Th e region’s charm and beauty, as well

as competitively priced housing is popular

with retirees seeking a calmer, gentler way

of life. Former plantations have also been

developed into walkable communities that

embrace the region’s natural setting as well

as promote healthy living and a sense of

community.

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The Lowcounty’s coastal envi-

ronment makes outdoor life

here a special draw, but its

sports and recreation scene

doesn’t end with beachgoing.

Th e area boasts three professional teams,

three small college athletic programs, excel-

lent venues and dozens of amateur recre-

ational leagues in a variety of sports.

Folly Beach is generally considered one

of the three top surfi ng destinations on the

East Coast, and dedicated wave riders keep

track of conditions at its storied “Washout”

via webcam. Waves at the Isle of Palms aren’t

quite as powerful, but East Cooper surfers

swear by them.

Sullivan’s Island waves are inadequate

for surfi ng, but kiteboarding is a popular

alternative.

Kayaking has been a popular local sport

for years, and outfi tters along Shem Creek in

Mount Pleasant cater to locals and tourists

alike.

Remote islands in the Cape Romain Na-

tional Wildlife Refuge are a draw for many,

but others prefer to drive south of Charles-

ton and strike out into the blackwater wil-

derness of the pristine and sprawling ACE

Basin or head farther inland to explore the

swamps and groves of Dorchester County.

Sailing — either competitive or contem-

plative — has been a Lowcountry passion

since antebellum days. Charleston Race

Week, a three-day regatta sponsored by

the Charleston Ocean Racing Associa-

tion, draws more than 900 sailors to the

Charleston Harbor every April. Th e College

of Charleston and Th e Citadel both fi eld

competitive sailing teams. Th e local sailing

season ends in August with the Rockville

Regatta, a tradition for more than 100 years.

Recreational boating — particularly as

it relates to fi shing — takes up much of the

calendar and deep sea charters are available

from Shem Creek and other locations.

Charleston County runs a fi shing pier

at Folly Beach and surf casters land siz-

able fi sh every year. Locals dip for crabs in

tidal creeks all summer and shrimp-baiting

season typically runs from September to

November.

Hunters fl ock to inland private game

preserves and public game lands each fall in

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the Francis Marion National Forest and the

ACE Basin.

Fall and winter are also the best time for

hiking and biking in the local forests.

Running has grown in popularity since

the founding of the Cooper River Bridge

Run in 1978, but received a healthy boost

in 2005 when the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge

opened with a pedestrian/bicyclist lane. Th e

Bridge Run takes place each April, attracting

worldclass 10k runners and tens of thou-

sands of amateur athletes and walkers. Th e

race begins near Shem Creek and fi nishes in

downtown Charleston. Kiawah Island hosts

an annual marathon and half-marathon, and

there are organized races throughout the

year in various locations across the region.

In recent years, triathlons — particu-

larly the shorter, “sprint” triathlons — have

been proliferating, many of them taking

advantage of the region’s open water for the

swimming legs.

Th e area’s fl at roads make for fast cycling.

Th e Lowcountry hosts a series of popular

cycling events, including criterion races at

Charleston’s Hampton Park, 100k and 100-

mile “century” rides in the Francis Marion

National Forest and group rides that make

use of the long, shady roads on Johns Island.

Johns Island is also home to the Mullet Hall

Equestrian Center.

Most municipalities in the area off er

recreational leagues, but amateur youth and

adult baseball/soft ball leagues are extremely

popular in Mount Pleasant, Summerville,

Goose Creek and the St. Andrews District

west of Charleston. Gahagan Park in Sum-

merville is a soft ball shrine. Mount Pleasant,

which is riddled with ballfi elds, opened an

extensive recreation complex at Dunes West

earlier this decade and has been expanding

it ever since.

Soccer is popular in the suburban areas,

and recreation departments in some loca-

tions run the football leagues for their local

public and private middle schools. Mount

Pleasant’s youth football season begins

each year with a massing of the teams and a

series of 15-minute scrimmages at Wando

Stadium. It concludes with a well-attended

town championship game. Summerville’s

Memorial Stadium is a high school foot-

ball shrine, home to the Summerville High

School Green Wave. Young players in

southern Dorchester County are groomed

from elementary school to play for one of

the district’s two high schools.

Charleston Southern University, between

Summerville and North Charleston, com-

petes in the Big South Conference, while

Th e Citadel and the College of Charleston

are members of the storied Southern Con-

ference.

Th e Citadel’s football team moved into a

new and improved Johnson Hagood Stadi-

um in 2008, while the College of Charleston

opened its 5,000-seat Carolina First Arena

basketball facility later that fall.

Citadel sports thrive on tradition and

pageantry, while C of C basketball has

developed a reputation as a mid-major

“giant-killer,” with a history of upsetting

high-ranked teams. Both Southern Confer-

ence schools have an outstanding history of

success in baseball.

Professional baseball in Charleston dates

back to 1886 and the city has been associat-

ed with the South Atlantic League off and on

for more than 100 years. Th e city is currently

represented by the Class A Charleston Riv-

erDogs, a member of the New York Yankees

farm system.

Th e RiverDogs play in Joseph P. Riley Jr.

Park, known by locals as “Th e Joe.” It over-

looks the Ashley River and was considered

one of the fi nest ballparks in America when

it opened in 1997.

Th e Carolina Stingrays, a member of the

East Coast Hockey League affi liated with the

Washington Capitals, have been a fi xture at

the North Charleston Coliseum since 1993.

Th at same year also saw the founding of the

Charleston Battery, a member of the United

Soccer Leagues’ First Division. Th e Bat-

tery plays at Blackbaud Stadium on Daniel

Island.

Daniel Island is also home to the Family

Circle Tennis Center where its namesake

tournament is held each year. Th e state-of-

the-art stadium and surrounding courts

were built in 2000 and are also used as a

public tennis center, allowing area residents

to play where some of the best athletes in

tennis play each year.

Opposite: The Family Circle Cup tennis

tournament has been held on Daniel Island

since 2001.

Right: Charleston’s waterways offer many

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Charleston hasn’t marketed itself as a golf-

ing destination like Myrtle Beach, Kiawah

Island or Hilton Head Island, but the city

is literally the birthplace of golf in America and

today features numerous places to play and

several award-winning courses.

Charlestonians fi rst teed it up in 1786

on the peninsula on a course they called

Harleston Green at the South Carolina Golf

Club. While this original golf course no lon-

ger exists, the city is still actively involved in

the game.

Th e Charleston Municipal Golf Course,

a.k.a. “Th e Muni,” opened in 1929 on James

Island and now books 60,000 rounds of golf

every year.

No matter where you live in the Low-

country, golf is just a short drive away.

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Daniel Island: The Daniel Island

Club (843-971-3555) offers two private,

non-equity courses: Beresford Creek

Course and the highly-rated Ralston Creek

Course.

Edisto Island: The Plantation Course

at Edisto (843-869-1111) is a top-ranked

public course.

Goose Creek: There are two 18-hole

public courses in town, Crowfi eld Golf

& Country Club (843-764-4618) and

Redbank Plantation Golf Course (843-

764-7802). The Oaks Golf & Country Club

(843-553-2422) is a nine-hole, par-35

public course.

Hollywood: The Links at Stono Ferry

(843-763-1817) is public and a local

favorite.

Isle of Palms: Wild Dunes Resort

(843-886-2164) has two public courses,

the Harbor Course and the highly regarded

Links Course.

James Island: There are 60,000

rounds of golf played at Charleston

Municipal Golf Course (843-795-6517)

every year. The Country Club of Charleston

(843-795-8009) is private.

Johns Island: The Golf Club at Briar’s

Creek (843-768-3050) is an award-

winning, private non-equity course.

Kiawah Island: This resort community

is built around golf. Its Kiawah Island Club

River Course (843-768-6120) is a private

non-equity award-winner. Cassique Golf

Club (843-768-6120) is equally well-re-

garded as a private equity course. Kiawah

Island Resort offers fi ve public choices:

The Ocean Course (843-768-2121), which

is ranked among the Top 100 courses in

America; the award-winning Osprey Point

Course (843-768-2121); the fi ve-star

Turtle Point Course (843-768-2121), the

four-star Cougar Point Course (843-

768-2121), and the Oak Point Course

(843-768-7431).

Moncks Corner: The 18-hole Berkeley

Country Club (843-761-4880) is a public

course, as is the nine-hole Cypress Point

Par 3 (843-761-5599).

Mount Pleasant: Rivertowne Country

Club (843-216-3777) is an award-

winning public course. Charleston National

Country Club (843-884-4653) and Dunes

West Golf Club (843-856-9000) are highly

rated and public. Patriots Point Links on

Charleston Harbor (843-881-0042) is an

affordable public course with great scenery.

Snee Farm Country Club (843-884-8571) is

a private non-equity course.

North Charleston: Yeamans Hall

Country Club (843-747-8855), located on

North Charleston’s boundary with neigh-

boring Hanahan, is an award-winning,

top-ranked course. Wrenwoods Golf Club

(843-963-1833) is a private, non-equity

course. Coosaw Creek Country Club (843-

767-9000) is private.

Seabrook Island: The private equity

Club at Seabrook Island (843-768-2529)

offers two courses: Crooked Oaks and

Ocean Winds.

Summerville: The Golf Club at Wescott

Plantation (843-871-2135) is Sum-

merville’s municipal golf facility, offering

three public nine-hole courses: Burn Kill,

Black Robin and Oak Forest. Legend Oaks

Plantation Golf Club (843-821-4077),

Pine Forest Country Club (843-851-1193)

and Miler Country Club (843-873-2201)

are 18-hole public courses. The Lakes of

Summerville (843-832-0809) is a public

nine-hole course. River Club on the Ashley

(843-873-7110) is a semi-private,

18-hole course.

West Ashley: Shadowmoss Plantation

Golf Club (843-556-8251) is a public

course in a subdivision.


Dining Out

The following list is just a taste

of the many restaurants in the

Charleston region you can enjoy.

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Andolini’s Pizza82 Wentworth St., Charleston

843-722-7437

East Bay Deli334 East Bay St., Charleston

843-723-1234

Fig Restaurant232 Meeting St., Charleston

843-805-5900

Fleet Landing186 Concord St., Charleston

843-722-8100

Fulton Five5 Fulton St., Charleston

843-853-5555

Garibaldi’s49 Market St., Charleston

843-723-7266

Gilroys Pizza Pub353 King St., Charleston

843-937-9200

Hanks Seafood Restaurant10 Hayne St., Charleston

843-723-3474

Harbour Club35 Prioleau St., Charleston

843-723-9680

Haven41 George St., Suite B, Charleston

843-579-9000

High Cotton199 East Bay St., Charleston

843-724-3815

Il Cortile Del Re193 King St., Suite A, Charleston

843-853-1888

Jestine’s Kitchen251 Meeting St., Charleston

843-722-7224

Jim & Nick’s BBQ288 King St., Charleston

843-795-5823

Library At The Vendue23 Vendue Range, Charleston

843-577-7970

Magnolias185 East Bay St., Suite 100, Charleston

843-577-7771

Majestic Grill345 King St., Charleston

843-577-0091

Marina Variety Store17 Lockwood Blvd., Charleston

843-723-6325

Market Pavillion Hotel225 East Bay St., Charleston

843-723-0500

Market Street Bakery & Cafe188 Meeting St., Charleston

843-853-3098

McCrady’s2 Unity Alley, Charleston

843-577-0061

Oak Steakhouse17 Broad St., Charleston

843-722-4220

Pearlz Oyster Bar153 East Bay St., Charleston

843-769-0350

Peninsula Grill112 Market St., Suite N, Charleston

843-723-0700

Poogan’s Porch72 Queen St., Charleston

843-577-2337

Saffron333 East Bay St., Charleston

843-722-5589

Sermet’s Corner276 King St., Charleston

843-853-7775

Sushi Hiro Of Kyoto298 King St., Charleston

843-723-3628

Sweetwater Cafe137 Market St., Charleston

843-723-7121

Ted’s Butcher Block334 East Bay St., Suite K, Charleston

843-577-0094

Tristan Restaurant LLC55 South Market St., Charleston

843-534-2155

Fish442 King St., Charleston

843-722-3474

Five Loaves Cafe43 Cannon St., Charleston

843-937-4303

Hominy Grill207 Rutledge Ave., Charleston

843-937-0930

Juanita Greenbergs Nacho Royal439 King St., Charleston

843-723-6224

Santi’s Restaurante Mexicano1302 Meeting St. Road, Charleston

843-722-2633

WEST ASHLEYWEST ASHLEY

Andolini’s Pizza1117 Savannah Highway, Charleston

843-225-5200

El Dorado Mexican Restaurant1109 Savannah Highway, Charleston

843-763-0699

Iacofano Deli10 Windermere Blvd., Suite A,

Charleston

843-225-3354

Joy Luck Chinese1303 Ashley River Road, Charleston

843-573-8899

Nirlep India Restaurant908 Savannah Highway, Charleston

843-763-9923

Olympic Restaurant & Bakery1922 Savannah Highway, Charleston

843-556-9359

Osaka Restaurant100 Folly Road, Charleston

843-852-9979

Palmetto Brickhouse2070 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., Charleston

843-766-7429

Panda Palace1119 Wappoo Road, Charleston

843-763-7472

Red Orchid China Bistro1401 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., Charleston

843-573-8787

Rococo German Bakery975 Savannah Highway, Suite D

Charleston

843-763-2055

Salsarita’s2070 Sam Rittenberg Blvd.

Suite D528, Charleston

843-766-3155

ISLE OF PALMSISLE OF PALMS

Boathouse Restaurant at Breach Inlet101 Palm Blvd., Isle of Palms

843-886-8000

Duney’s Bar & Grill5950 Palmetto Drive, Isle of Palms

843-886-6000

Edgar’s Restaurant & Bar10001 Backbay Drive, Isle of Palms

843-886-2297

Harbor Halfway House44 41st St., Isle of Palms

843-886-2294

Long Island Cafe Inc.1515 Palm Blvd., Suite A, Isle of Palms

843-886-8809

My Favorite Things1009 Ocean Blvd., Suite D

Isle of Palms

843-886-6387

Sea Biscuit Cafe LLC21 J C Long Blvd., Isle of Palms

843-886-4079

Sea Island Grill5757 Palm Blvd., Isle of Palms

843-886-2200

SEABROOK ISLANDSEABROOK ISLAND

Red Sky Grill1001 Landfall Way, Seabrook Island

843-768-0183

Rosebank Farm Cafe1886 Andell Bluff, Seabrook Island

843-768-1807

MOUNT PLEASANTMOUNT PLEASANT

Andolini’s Pizza414 Coleman Blvd., Mount Pleasant

843-849-7437

Boulevard Diner409 Coleman Blvd., Mount Pleasant

843-216-2611

Capriccio1034 Chuck Dawley Blvd.

Mount Pleasant

843-881-5550

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Charleston Harbor Hilton20 Patriots Point Road

Mount Pleasant

843-856-0028

CJ’s Catering/Gullah Cuisine1717 Hwy 17 North, Mount Pleasant

843-881-9076

Five Loaves Cafe1055 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Suite 50

Mount Pleasant

843-849-1043

Gilligan’s Steamer & Raw Bar1475 Long Grove Drive

Mount Pleasant

843-849-2244

Giuseppi’s Pizza & Pasta1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd., Suite 1301

Mount Pleasant

843-856-2525

Iacofano Deli626 Coleman Blvd., Mount Pleasant

843-881-2313

Ichiban Restaurant909 Houston Northcutt Blvd.

Mount Pleasant

843-849-8121

Langdons Restaurant778 S Shellmore Blvd., Suite 105

Mount Pleasant

843-388-9200

Melvin’s Southern BBQ925 Houston Northcutt Blvd.

Mount Pleasant

843-881-0549

Moe’s Southwest Grill900 Houston Northcutt Blvd.

Mount Pleasant

843-388-0101

Momma Brown’s Bar-B-Q1471 Ben Sawyer Blvd., Mount Pleasant

843-849-8802

Mustard Seed Restaurant1036 Chuck Dawley Blvd., Mount Pleasant

843-849-0050

Pattaya Restaurant607 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Suite C

Mount Pleasant

843-856-1808

Sakyo Japanese1150 E. Hungryneck Blvd., Mt. Pleasant

843-881-8580

Sette201 Coleman Blvd., Mount Pleasant

843-388-8808

Skoogie’s840 Coleman Blvd., Mount Pleasant

843-442-5185

Square Onion18 Resolute Lane, Suite B

Mount Pleasant

843-856-4246

Wreck Of Richard & Charlene106 Haddrell St., Mount Pleasant

843-884-0052

Jack’s Cosmic Dogs2805 Highway 17 North, Mount Pleasant

843-884-7677

SULLIVAN’S ISLANDSULLIVAN’S ISLAND

Atlanticville Restaurant & Café2063 Middle St., Sullivan’s Island

843-883-9452

High Thyme2213 Middle St., Suite C

Sullivan’s Island

843-883-3536

Seel’s Fish Camp2213 Middle St., Suite B

Sullivan’s Island

843-883-5030

Station 22 Inc.2205 Middle St., Sullivan’s Island

843-883-3355

Sugar Shack2213 Middle St., Suite C

Sullivan’s Island

843-883-8811

Sullivan’s Restaurant2019 Middle St., Sullivan’s Island

843-883-3222

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Places to Stay

The following list is just a sample

of the many places to stay in the

Charleston region.

CHARLESTONCHARLESTON

15 Church Street Bed & Breakfast15 Church St., Charleston

843-722-7602

www.bedandbreakfast.com

1807 Phoebe Pember House & Studio26 Society St., Charleston

843-722-4186

www.phoebepemberhouse.com

1837 Bed & Breakfast Inc.126 Wentworth St., Charleston

877-723-1837

www.1837bb.com

21 East Battery Bed & Breakfast21 East Battery, Charleston

843-556-0500

www.21eastbatterybedandbreakfast.com

Andrew Pinckney Inn40 Pinckney St., Charleston

843-937-8800

www.andrewpinckneyinn.com

Ansonborough Inn21 Hasell St., Charleston

843-723-1655

www.ansonboroughinn.com

Battery Carriage House Inn20 South Battery, Charleston

843-727-3100

www.batterycarriagehouse.com

Best Value Inn3668 Dorchester Road, Charleston

843-744-4664

Best Western King Charles Inn237 Meeting St., Charleston

843-723-7451

www.kingcharlesinn.com

Best Western Sweetgrass Inn1540 Savannah Highway, Charleston

843-571-6100

www.thesweetgrassinn.com

Charleston Marriott170 Lockwood Blvd., Charleston

843-723-3000

www.marriott.com/chsmc

Charleston Place205 Meeting St., Charleston

843-722-4900

www.charlestonplacehotel.com

Charlotte Street Cottage32 Charlotte St., Charleston

843-577-3944

www.charlestoncottage.com

Comfort Inn Charleston144 Bee St., Charleston

843-577-2224

www.comfortinncharleston.com

Courtyard by Marriott Down-town/Riverview35 Lockwood Drive, Charleston

843-722-7229

www.marriott.com/chscy

Days Inn Historic Charleston155 Meeting St., Charleston

843-722-8411

www.the.daysinn.com/charleston05262

Doubletree Guest Suites181 Church St., Charleston

843-577-2644

www.charlestondoubletree.com

Elliott House Inn78 Queen St., Charleston

843-723-1855

www.elliotthouseinn.com

Embassy Suites Historic Charleston337 Meeting St., Charleston

843-723-6900

www.historiccharleston.embassysuites.

com

Francis Marion Hotel387 King St., Charleston

843-722-0600

www.francismarioncharleston.com

French Quarter Inn166 Church St., Charleston

843-722-1900

www.fqicharleston.com

Fulton Lane Inn202 King St., Charleston

843-720-2600

www.fultonlaneinn.com

Governor’s House Inn117 Broad St., Charleston

843-720-2070

www.governorshouse.com

Hampton Inn & Suites678 Citadel Haven Drive, Charleston

843-573-1200

www.charleston-hotels.net

Hampton Inn Daniel Island160 Fairchild St., Charleston

843-216-6555

www.hamptoninndi.com

Hampton Inn Historic District345 Meeting St., Charleston

843-723-4000

www.charlestonhistoricdistrict.hampton-

inn.com

HarbourView Inn2 Vendue Range, Charleston

843-853-8439

www.harbourviewcharleston.com

Hawthorn Suites2455 Savannah Highway, Charleston

843-225-4411

www.hawthorn.com

Hayne House Bed & Breakfast30 King St., Charleston

843-577-2633

www.haynehouse.com

Historic Charleston Bed & Breakfast57 Broad St., Charleston

843-722-6606

www.historiccharlestonbedandbreakfast.

com

Holiday Inn Charleston Riverview301 Savannah Highway, Charleston

843-556-7100

www.holiday-inn.com/chs-riverview

Holiday Inn Express1943 Savannah Highway, Charleston

843-402-8300

www.hiexpress.com/chs-us17south

Holiday Inn Historic District125 Calhoun St., Charleston

843-805-7900

www.charlestonhotel.com

Homewood Suites by HiltonCharleston Convention Center/

Airport

5048 International Blvd, Charleston

843-735-5000

www.charleston-hotels.net

John Rutledge House Inn116 Broad St., Charleston

843-723-7999

www.johnrutledgehouseinn.com

King George IV Inn32 George St., Charleston

843-723-9339

www.kinggeorgeiv.com

Kings Courtyard Inn198 King St., Charleston

843-723-7000

www.kingscourtyardinn.com

La Quinta Inn Riverview11 Ashley Pointe Drive, Charleston

843-556-5200

www.lq.com

Lands Inn2545 Savannah Highway, Charleston

843-763-8885

www.landsinnsc.com

Lowndes Grove266 St. Margaret St., Charleston

843-853-1810

www.lowndesgrove.com

Planters Inn112 N. Market St., Charleston

843-722-2345

www.plantersinn.com

Renaissance Charleston Hotel68 Wentworth St., Charleston

843-534-0300

www.renaissancecharlestonhotel.com

Residence Inn by MarriottCharleston Riverview

90 Ripley Point Drive, Charleston

843-571-7979

www.marriott.com/chsri

Places to Stay

HarbourView Inn


Places to Stay

Sleep Inn of Charleston1524 Savannah Highway, Charleston

843-556-6959

www.sleepinn.com

Springhill Suites by Marriott98 Ripley Point Drive, Charleston

843-571-1711

www.marriott.com/chssh

The Anchorage Inn26 Vendue Range, Charleston

843-723-8300

www.anchorageinncharleston.com

The Inn at Middleton Place4290 Ashley River Road, Charleston

843-556-0500

www.theinnatmiddletonplace.com

The Kitchen House126 Tradd St., Charleston

843-577-6362

www.cityofcharleston.com/kitchen.htm

The Mills House Hotel115 Meeting St., Charleston

843-577-2400

www.millshouse.com

The Palmer Home5 East Battery, Charleston

843-853-1574

www.palmerhomebb.com

The Thomas Lamboll House Bedand Breakfast

19 King St., Charleston

843-723-3212

www.lambollhouse.com/home.htm

Town & Country Inn and Confer-ence Center2008 Savannah Highway, Charleston

843-571-1000

www.thetownandcountryinn.com

Two Meeting Street Inn2 Meeting St., Charleston

843-723-7322

www.twomeetingstreet.com

Vendue Inn19 Vendue Range, Charleston

843-577-7970

www.vendueinn.com

Vendue Suites30 Vendue Range, Charleston

843-853-8025

www.venduesuites.com

Victoria House Inn208 King St., Charleston

843-720-2946

www.thevictoriahouseinn.com

Wentworth Mansion149 Wentworth St., Charleston

843-853-1886

www.wentworthmansion.com

Zero Water StreetBed & Breakfast

31 East Battery, Charleston

843-723-2841

www.zerowaterstreet.com

FOLLY BEACHFOLLY BEACH

Holiday Inn Charleston on the Beach1 Center St., Folly Beach

843-588-6464

www.charlestononthebeach.com

ISLE OF PALMSISLE OF PALMS

Seaside Inn1004 Ocean Blvd., Isle of Palms

843-886-7000

www.seasideinniop.com

The Boardwalk Inn at Wild Dunes Resort5757 Palm Blvd., Isle of Palms

843-886-6000

www.wilddunes.com

The Palms Hotel1126 Ocean Blvd., Isle of Palms

843-886-3003

www.palmscharleston.com

KIAWAH ISLANDKIAWAH ISLAND

The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf ResortOne Sanctuary Beach Drive, Kiawah Island

843-768-6000

www.kiawahresort.com

MOUNT PLEASANTMOUNT PLEASANT

Best Western Patriots Point259 McGrath Darby Blvd.

Mount Pleasant

843-971-7070

www.bestwestern.com

Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina20 Patriots Point Road, Mount Pleasant

843-856-0028

www.charlestonharborresort.com

Comfort Suites-Mount Pleasant1130 Hungryneck Blvd., Mount Pleasant

843-216-0004

www.choicehotels.com/

Courtyard by Marriott Charles-ton-Mount Pleasant1251 Woodland Ave., Mount Pleasant

843-284-0900

www.marriott.com/chscm

Days Inn Patriots Point261 Johnnie Dodds Blvd.

Mount Pleasant

843-881-1800

www.daysinn.com

Hampton Inn & Suites1104 Isle of Palms Connector

Mount Pleasant

843-856-3900

www.charlestonisleofpalmssuites.

hamptoninn.com

Holiday Inn Patriots Point250 Johnnie Dodds Blvd.

Mount Pleasant

843-884-6000

www.himtpleasant.com

Homewood Suites by Hilton1998 Riviera Drive, Mount Pleasant

843-881-6950

www.charlestonmtpleasant.homewood-

suites.com

Residence Inn1116 Isle of Palms Connector

Mount Pleasant

843-881-1599

www.marriott.com/chsmp

Shem Creek Inn1401 Shrimp Boat Lane, Mount Pleasant

843-881-1000

www.shemcreekinn.com

Belvideere Club and Resort16 Patriots Point Road, Mount Pleasant

843-849-2413

www.belvidereclub.com

Old Village Post House101 Pitt St., Mount Pleasant

843-388-8935

www.oldvillageposthouse.com

The Inn at Long Point1199 Long Point Road, Mount Pleasant

843-416-8484

www.theinnatlongpointbandb.com

NORTH CHARLESTONNORTH CHARLESTON

Comfort Inn Coliseum5055 North Arco Lane

North Charleston

843-554-6485

www.choicehotels.com

Courtyard by Marriott Charleston North2415 Mall Drive, North Charleston

843-747-9122

www.marriott.com/chscn

Embassy Suites Hotel Airport/Convention Center5055 International Blvd.,

North Charleston

843-747-1882

www.embassysuitescharleston.com

Hampton Inn Charleston North7424 Northside Drive, North Charleston

843-820-2030

www.hamptoninn.com

Hilton Garden Inn-Charleston Airport5265 International Blvd.

North Charleston

843-308-9330

www.hiltongardeninn.com

Holiday Inn Charleston Airport and Convention Center5264 International Blvd.

North Charleston

843-576-0300

www.holiday-inn.com/chastnairport

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites7670 Northwoods Blvd.

North Charleston

843-553-1600

www.charlestonconvention.com/

hotel09.htm

Holiday Inn Express-North Charleston8975 Elms Center Road,

North Charleston

843-569-3200

www.hiexpress.com/charleston-n

Quality Inn7415 Northside Drive, North Charleston

843-572-6677

www.choicehotels.com/hotels/sc276

Radisson Hotel Charleston Airport5991 Rivers Ave., North Charleston

843-744-2501

www.radisson.com/charlestonsc_airport

Ramada Charleston7401 Northwoods Blvd.

North Charleston

843-572-2200

www.ramada.com

Residence Inn Charleston Airport5035 International Blvd.

North Charleston

843-266-3434

www.marriott.com/chsno

Sheraton North Charleston4770 Goer Drive, North Charleston

843-747-1900

www.sheraton.com/northcharleston

Sleep Inn North7435 Northside Drive, North Charleston

843-572-8400

www.sleepincharleston.com

The North Charleston Inn2934 W. Montague Ave.

North Charleston

843-744-8281

www.northcharlestoninn.com

Wingate by Wyndham5219 North Arco Lane, North Charleston

843-308-9666

www.wingateinncharleston.com

SUMMERVILLESUMMERVILLE

Holiday Inn Express-Summerville120 Holiday Drive, Summerville

843-875-3300

www.hiexpress.com/summervillesc

Woodlands Resort & Inn125 Parsons Road, Summerville

843-875-2600

www.woodlandsinn.com

Kings Inn Bed & Breakfast207 Central Ave., Summerville

843-486-0419

www.bbonline.com/sc/kingsinn

Bed & Breakfast of Summerville304 South Hampton St., Summerville

843-871-5275

www.bbonline.com/sc/summerville

Linwood Historic Home and Gardens Bed & Breakfast200 South Palmetto St., Summerville

843-871-2620

www.bbonline.com/sc/linwood

Price House Cottage Bed & Breakfast224 Sumter Ave., Summerville

843-871-1877

www.pricehousecottage.com


Arts Abound

The depth and breadth of Charles-

ton’s arts scene just may surprise

you. From established galleries

and historic theaters to funky

festivals and improv comedy, the Holy

City and surrounding areas have it all. Th e

following is just a small selection of what’s

available to spark and satisfy your artistic

cravings.

Visual arts Artistic Spirit Gallery Artistic Spirit Gallery, located at the Navy

Yard at Noisette, features well-known art-

ists’ work and “outsider art,—pieces created

by self-taught, emerging artists. Call for an

appointment. 10 Storehouse Row, Charles-

ton, 843-579-0149. www.artisticspiritgallery

Carolina Galleries Th is Church Street gallery focuses on two

distinct periods in Charleston history: First,

the Charleston Renaissance, which took

place during the fi rst half of the 20th cen-

tury and features artwork inspired by the

beauty and war-ravaged Lowcountry. And

second, 21st-century Charleston, which

includes more recent paintings that capture

the personality of the region, from its his-

toric streets to quintessential marsh scenes.

106-A Church St., 843-720-8622.

www.carolinagalleries.com

Charleston Fine Art Dealers’ AssociationCreated in 1999, the Charleston Fine Art

Dealers’ Association now includes 15

galleries. Th e association hosts the Fine

Art Annual, a weekend event held each

November that features national artists and

raises funds to support art programs in lo-

cal schools. www.cfada.com

City Gallery at Waterfront Park Th e City Gallery presents six to eight

exhibits each year focusing on contempo-

rary visual arts created by local, regional,

national and international artists. 34 Prio-

leau St., Charleston, 843-958-6484. www.

ci.charleston.sc.us

French Quarter Gallery Association More than 30 galleries are members of the

French Quarter Gallery Association. Th e

galleries stay open late the fi rst Friday night in

March, April, May, June, October and

Arts AboundSpoleto USA opening ceremonies (Photo/Courtesy of Spoleto)


Arts Abound

December for the very popular Art Walks.

Free. 843-724-3424.

www.frenchquarterarts.com

Gallery ChumaSpecializing in the works of the Gullah

people of coastal South Carolina, Gallery

Chuma features Gullah art, books, craft s,

storytelling, tours and food. 43 John St.,

Charleston, 843-722-7568.

www.gallerychuma.com

Gibbes Museum of ArtAs Charleston’s only visual arts museum, the

Gibbes also off ers a variety of educational

programs, group tours and art discovery

walking tours. 135 Meeting St., Charleston.

843-722-2706. www.gibbesmuseum.org

Halsey Institute of Contemporary ArtAdministered by the School of the Arts

at the College of Charleston, the Halsey

Institute of Contemporary Art was created

to advocate, exhibit and interpret visual art,

with an emphasis on contemporary art. 54

St. Philip St., Charleston, 843-953-5680.

http://halsey.cofc.edu/index.php

MOJA Arts Festival Now in its 26th year, the annual MOJA Arts

Festival is a celebration of African Ameri-

can and Caribbean arts and features music,

visual art, storytelling, performances, craft s,

children’s activities and more. 843-724-7305.

www.mojafestival.com

New Perspectives Gallery New Perspectives Gallery was created to

provide a venue where residents and visitors

can experience contemporary and experi-

mental artwork from Charleston area artists.

180 Meeting St., Charleston, 843-958-6459.

www.ci.charleston.sc.us

North Charleston City Gallery Located in the common areas at the Charles-

ton Area Convention Center, the North

Charleston City Gallery features exhibits

that are rotated on a monthly basis. 5001

Coliseum Drive, North Charleston, 843-

745-1087. www.northcharleston.org

Piccolo SpoletoPiccolo Spoleto was created in 1979 to coin-

cide with the international Spoleto Festival

USA and primarily features artists from the

Southeast. Held at a variety of locations in

downtown Charleston. 843-724-7305.

www.piccolospoleto.com

Spoleto Festival USAHeld each spring since 1977, this 17-day

festival features visual art exhibits and more

than 120 performances from opera to jazz

music. 843-722-2764; Box offi ce: 843-579-

3100. www.spoletofestivalusa.org

The Charleston Symphony Orchestra will celebrate its 75th anniversary during the 2010-2011 season. It is the largest full-time performing arts

organization in South Carolina


Arts Abound

Performing arts

The Actors’ Theatre of South CarolinaFounded in 1995 and headquartered in

Charleston, members of the Actors’ Th eatre

travel the state presenting a full season of

performances as well as acting classes. 843-

588-9636. www.actorstheatreofsc.org

American TheaterTh e American Th eatre opened in 1942 as

one of Charleston’s premiere movie houses.

It closed in 1977 and stood vacant for 20

years until it was revitalized and reopened

in 2003 as a state-of-the-art meeting and

conference facility. It also hosts a variety of

performances, including Spoleto activities.

446 King St., Charleston. 843-853-0246.

www.americantheater.com

Charleston Ballet TheatreDuring the last 20 years, the Charles-

ton Ballet Th eatre has achieved national

recognition for its artistic and professional

presentations of a range of works from

classic to eclectic. 477 King St., Charleston.

843-723-7334. www.charlestonballet.org

Charleston Music HallSaid to off er some of the best acoustics in

Charleston, the Charleston Music Hall wel-

comes a variety of performers throughout

the year from bluegrass to blues. 37 John St.,

Charleston. www.charlestonmusichall.com

Charleston StageWhile the Dock Street Th eatre is undergoing a

three-year, $20 million renovation, Charleston

Stage is holding performances at the College

of Charleston’s Sottile Th eatre and the newly

renovated Memminger Auditorium. Charles-

ton Stage was founded in 1978 and is the

state’s largest professional theatre company.

843-577-7183. www.charlestonstage.com

Charleston Symphony OrchestraFounded in 1936, the Charleston Symphony

Orchestra is the largest full-time perform-

ing arts organization in South Carolina.

Known for its Masterworks and Pops series,

the CSO also off ers holiday performances

and family concerts throughout the year.

Concerts are held at various locations

around Charleston including the Gaillard

Auditorium and the Memminger Audito-

rium. 77 Calhoun St., Charleston. 843-723-

7528. www.charlestonsymphony.com

The Dock Street Theatre Th e historic Dock Street Th eatre is currently

undergoing a three-year, $20 million renova-

tion that is expected to be complete in 2010.

Th e theatre originally opened in 1736 and

was the fi rst building built specifi cally for

theatrical productions. It is a performance

venue for Spoleto Festival USA and home of

Charleston Stage. 135 Church St., Charles-

ton. 843-720-3968. www.charlestoncity.info

Flowertown Players Th is community theater presents a range of

productions from musicals to serious dra-

mas, as well as performances and classes just

for children. 133 S. Main St., Summerville.

843-875-9251. www.fl owertownplayers.org

Footlight Players TheatreSince 1931, the Footlight Players Th eatre

has presented a variety of stage products

and has become known as one of the top

community theatres in the South. A typical

season includes six performances. 20 Queen

St., Charleston. 843-722-4487.

www.footlightplayers.net

The Gaillard Municipal Auditorium Built in 1968, the Gaillard hosts a multitude

of events and performances from rock ‘n’

roll concerts to fashion shows. 77 Calhoun

St., Charleston, 843-577-7400.

www.charlestoncity.info

The Have Nots! Comedy Improv Called the longest-running show in

Charleston, Th e Have Nots! cast has been

together for 13 years and performed more

than 1,200 shows. Local shows are held at

Th eatre 99, the group’s own theatre, as well

as other locations throughout Charleston.

280 Meeting St., Charleston. 843-853-6687.

www.thehavenots.com

Memminger AuditoriumBuilt in the 1930s as an auditorium for

Memminger High School, the build-

ing stood vacant since the 1960s and was

severely damaged by Hurricane Hugo.

Spoleto Festival USA played a large part

in the building’s recent $6 million renova-

tion and the facility reopened in 2008. Now

used for a variety of performances from

international artists performing as part of

Spoleto, to local school groups. 56 Beaufain

St., Charleston.

North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts CenterTh e North Charleston Coliseum and Per-

forming Arts Center have hosted numerous

events from hockey games to Broadway

shows throughout the year. Th e coliseum

seats more than 13,000 for a concert perfor-

mance. Th e Performing Arts Center seats

2,300. 5001 Coliseum Drive, North Charles-

ton, 843-529-5011. www.coliseumpac.com

Pure Theatre PURE Th eatre performs at the Circular

Congregational Church and has gained

respect as a small professional theatre

focusing on the works of contemporary

playwrights. 150 Meeting St., Charleston,

843-723-4444. www.puretheatre.org

Sottile Theatre Th e Sottile Th eatre opened in 1922 as Th e

Gloria Th eatre and hosted the premiere of

Gone With the Wind in 1939. It’s now the

home of various performances, including

Charleston Symphony Orchestra concerts

and Spoleto Festival performances. 44

George St., Charleston, 843-953-5623.

http://www.sottile.cofc.edu

Village PlayhouseOpen since 2001, the Village Playhouse and

Repertory Company off er more than 150

nights of entertainment each season. Clas-

sics, as well as new dramas and musicals, can

be experienced within a venue that features

small, candle-lit tables rather than auditorium

seating. 730 Coleman Blvd., Mt. Pleasant,

843-856-1579. www.thevillageplayhouse.com

A performance of The Nutcracker by the

Charleston Ballet.


�The Charleston region’s

greatest assets:History

Food

Attractions

Beach/waterfront

Shopping

Local hospitality

Walkable cities

Atmosphere

Source: Offi ce of Tourism Analysis,

College of Charleston

Attractions and ToursAiken-Rhett HouseCharleston merchant John Robinson built

the Aiken-Rhett House in 1817 and sold it

to William Aiken Sr. in 1827. Aiken’s son

and namesake moved into the property with

his new bride in 1833. William Aiken Jr.

was one of the state’s wealthiest citizens and

served as governor from 1844-1846. Th e

home remained in the Aiken family until the

1970s, when it was donated to the Charles-

ton Museum and subsequently purchased by

the Historic Charleston Foundation.

48 Elizabeth St. 843-723-1159.

www.historiccharleston.org

American Military MuseumSince 1987, the American Museum has

off ered military buff s the chance to view au-

thentic artifacts from 14 diff erent American

confl icts. Pieces represent the Revolution-

ary War through the recent war in Iraq.

More than 70 cases display 260 uniforms, 33

fl ags, medals and hundreds of artifacts from

the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and

Angel OakLocated on Johns Island, the massive and

majestic Angel Oak has been shading the

ground beneath it for an estimated 1,400

years. It has a circumference of 25 feet; its

branches reach out 160 feet from the trunk

and cover 17,000 square feet. 3688 Angel

Oak Road, Charleston. 843-559-3496.

www.angeloaktree.org

Boone Hall Plantation & GardensExperience what plantation life was like in

the 1800s at one of America’s oldest work-

ing plantations. At one time, Boone Hall

produced cotton and pecans, but today, the

main crops are strawberries, peaches and

other fruits and vegetables. Tour the planta-

tion house, slave cabins and gardens, and

don’t forget to stop by the U-Pick fi elds be-

fore you head home. 1235 Long Point Road,

Mount Pleasant. 843-884-4371.

www.boonehallplantation.com

Coast Guard. Th e museum is located in the

Aquarium Wharf. 360 Concord St., Charles-

ton. 843-577-7000. www.americanmilitary-

museum.org

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Attractions and Tours

Carolina Heritage Outfi ttersFocusing on canoe and kayak tours of the

Edisto River and Bull Island, Carolina Heri-

tage Outfi tters off ers 10-mile day trips and

22-mile overnight trips where you can spend

the night in a private tree house. Highway

15, Canadys. 843-563-5051.

www.canoesc.com

Carolina Ice PalaceHome of the Stingrays, Carolina Ice Palace

also off ers public skating and lessons. 7665

Northwoods Blvd., Charleston. 843-572-

2717. www.carolinaicepalace.com

Caw Caw Nature History and Interpretive Center Located south of Charleston in Ravenel, the

Caw Caw Interpretive Center was once part

of several rice plantations. It off ers interpre-

tive exhibits and programs, as well as more

than 6 miles of trails with elevated board-

walks through the wetlands. 5200 Savannah

Hwy., Ravenel. 843-889-8898.

www.ccprc.com

Charles Pinckney Historic Site Charles Pinckney, one of the signers of

the U.S. Constitution, owned a coastal

plantation in what is now Mount Pleasant.

Th e 715-acre plantation is now a national

historic site and includes a walking trail, ar-

cheological excavations and a visitor center.

1254 Long Point Road, Mount Pleasant. 843-

881-5516. www.nps.gov/chpi

Charles Towne Landing State Historic ParkRebuilt in 2006, Charles Towne Landing

focuses on its rich history as the location

of the fi rst permanent European settlement

in South Carolina. Explore the park’s new

visitor’s center, museum and archaeology

exhibit. Experience the natural habitat

zoo, 80 acres of gardens and a replica of a

17th-century ship. 1500 Old Towne Road,

Charleston. 843-852-4200.

www.southcarolinaparks.com

The Charleston Museum Charleston is a city of many fi rsts, including

America’s fi rst museum. Founded in 1773,

the museum provides an authentic look into

the history of Charleston and the Low-

country. In addition to the museum, you

can explore two houses listed as National

Historic Landmarks: Th e Joseph Manigualt

House and the Heyward-Washington House.

360 Meeting St., Charleston. 843-722-2996.

www.charlestonmuseum.org

Children’s Museum of the LowcountrySince opening in September of 2003, the

Children’s Museum has seen more than

450,000 visitors. It features eight interactive

exhibits and off ers something for children ages

3 months to 12 years. 25 Ann St., Charleston.

843-853-8962. www.explorecml.org

The Citadel Archives & MuseumFeaturing memorabilia from special events,

cadet uniforms and more, the Citadel Mu-

seum represents the history of Th e Military

College of South Carolina. 171 Moultrie St.,

Charleston. 843-953-6846.

www.citadel.edu/museum

The Confederate Museum History buff s won’t want to miss a trip to the

Confederate Museum, located on the second

fl oor of the recently renovated City Market

Hall. 188 Meeting St., Charleston. 843-723-

1541. www.csa-scla.org/articles/ Confeder-

ateMuseum.htm

Cypress Gardens Once one of the area’s largest rice planta-

tions, Cypress Gardens is now a pristine

black water swamp that has served as a loca-

tion for several movies, including the Note-

book and Th e Patriot. Walk along the scenic

trails or take a boat through the swamp to

experience the towering cypress and tupelo

trees. 3030 Cypress Gardens Road, Moncks

Corner. 843-553-0515.

www.cypressgardens.info

Drayton HallDrayton Hall stands apart from other

historic properties in that the house is not

furnished, allowing the imagination to run

wild. Drayton Hall’s mission is to maintain

the look and feel the plantation had when

it was turned over to the National Trust in

1974. 3380 Ashley River Road, Charleston.

843-769-2600. www.draytonhall.org

Edisto Beach State ParkLocated just an hour south of Charleston,

Edisto Beach State Park off ers an oceanfront

campground as well as a maritime forest full

of live oaks and some of the state’s tallest

palmetto trees. State Cabin Road, Edisto

Island. 843-869-2756.

www.southcarolinaparks.com

Edisto Island Museum Established in 1990, the Edisto Island

Museum is run by the Edisto Island Historic

Preservation Society. Th e museum recounts

the island’s history through a variety of

exhibits. 8123 Chisolm Plantation Road,

Edisto Island. 843-869-1954. www.edisto-

museum.com

Edisto Island Serpentarium & Gift Shop Learn about reptiles that are native to the re-

gion, as well as those from around the world

at the Edisto Island Serpentarium. Explore

the indoor and outdoor exhibits and watch

alligators and turtles swim in the outdoor

ponds. 1374 Hwy. 174, Edisto Island. 843-

869-1171. www.edistoserpentarium.com

Folly Beach County ParkLocated on the west end of Folly Island, Folly

Beach County Park allows beachgoers to en-

joy the sand and surf with lifeguards, picnic

areas and bathroom facilities. 1100 W. Ashley

Ave., Folly Beach. 843-588-2426.

www.beachparks.com/follybeach.htm

Fort MoultrieFort Moultrie, located on Sullivan’s Island

across from Fort Sumter, has been restored

to refl ect the major events in the fort’s his-

tory, from World War II to the American

Revolution. 1214 Middle St., Sullivan’s

Island. 843-883-3123. www.nps.gov/fomo

Fort SumterFort Sumter is known as the site where the

American Revolution began. Take a boat

ride from Charleston or Mount Pleasant to

the fort where you can walk right up to thick

brick walls built to withstand cannon fi re.

Park rangers are available to answer ques-

tions and a museum off ers a host of artifacts.

843-883-3123. www.nps.gov/ fosu/home.htm

H.L. HunleyTh e H.L. Hunley was the fi rst submarine

to ever sink an enemy ship. It was lost at

sea for 137 years and found just outside the

Charleston Harbor in 1995 by author and

adventurer Clive Cussler. It was raised from

the sand and silt in 2000 and can be viewed

on the weekends at the Warren Lasch

Conservation Center. 1250 Supply St., North

Charleston. 877-448-6539. www.hunley.org

Opposite: South Carolina Aquarium.



The Center for Birds of PreyTh e Center for Birds of Prey is dedicated to

studying the welfare of birds and their habi-

tats with the mission to educate the public

on environmental issues that impact birds

and humans. Th e center treats nearly 400

injured birds of prey each year. Open every

day for tours except major holidays. 4719

Hwy. 17 N., Awendaw. 843-928-3494.

www.internationalbirdsofprey.org

Isle of Palms County ParkTh is oceanfront park off ers picnic tables, a

playground, a volleyball court and beach

chair rentals. One 14th Ave., Isle of Palms.

843-886-3863.

www.beachparks.com/ isleofpalms.htm

Kiawah Beachwalker ParkTh is public beach is located on the west

end of the private Kiawah Island. Th e park

includes dressing areas, restrooms, picnic

tables, grills and beach chair rentals. Beach-

walker Drive, Kiawah Island. 843-768-2395.

www.ccprc.com

and chapel open to the public. 1098 Mepkin

Abbey Road, Moncks Corner. 843-761-8509.

www.mepkinabbey.org

Middleton PlaceTh is carefully-preserved 18th-century

plantation off ers a glimpse into the life of

four generations of Middletons dating back

to 1741. Th e House Museum, gardens and

stableyard are open for tours. Middleton

Place is also the location for several annual

events including the Spoleto Festival fi nale.

4300 Ashley River Road, Charleston.

843-556-6020. www.middletonplace.org

Morris Island Lighthouse Originally constructed 1,200 feet from the

ocean, the land the Morris Island Light-

house sits on today is submerged in water. A

group called Save the Lighthouse has been

working since 1999 to coordinate the stabili-

zation, erosion control and restoration of the

lighthouse. So far, the group has raised more

than $4.5 million for this purpose. 843-556-

0353. www.savethelight.org

Old City MarketOpen 365 days a year, the Old City Market

consists of four open-air buildings that are

fi lled with vendors and shoppers. At one end

of the market sits Market Hall, a substantial

building with a curved iron staircase.

Located on Market Street between Meeting

and East Bay streets. 843-856-8000.


Old Exchange and Provost DungeonBuilt in 1771, this three-story building was

an important part of South Carolina’s, and

the nation’s, history. It was the place where,

in 1776, South Carolina draft ed its fi rst con-

stitution and declared independence from

Great Britain. Beneath the Old Exchange

building is the Provost Dungeon. 122 East

Bay St., Charleston. 843-727-2165 or 1-888-

763-0448. www.oldexchange.com

Old Slave Mart MuseumOnce used as a slave auction gallery, the Old

Slave Mart was constructed in 1859. Its uses

through the years ranged from a tenement

dwelling to an auto repair shop. Th e city of

Charleston acquired the property in 1988

and now operates a museum here.

6 Chalmers St., Charleston, 843-958-6467.


Carriage ToursCarolina Polo & Carriage Co.The only carriage company in the city owned

and operated by Charlestonians whose family

has been in Charleston since the 1600s. 181

Church St., 16 Hayne St., Charleston.

843-577-6767. http://cpcc.com

Classic Carriage ToursA carriage ride with Classic Carriage Tours will

provide insight on the city of Charleston and a

lesson in southern culture. 10 Guignard St.,

Charleston. 843-853-3747. www.classiccarriage.com

Old South Carriage ToursGuides dressed in Confederate uniforms will

take you around the city, providing information

on more than 300 years of Charleston’s history.

14 Anson St., Charleston. 843-723-9712.

www.oldsouthcarriage.com

Old Towne Carriage Co.Hop on a carriage ride that will take you through

the historic market and past historic homes

and buildings in a 25-30-block area downtown.

20 Anson St., Charleston. 843-722-1315.

www.oldtownecarriage.com

Palmetto Carriage WorksThe oldest carriage company in Charleston,

Palmetto Carriage Works covers a 30-block

area of the historic district. Evening tours

offered in the summer. 40 N. Market St.,

Charleston. 843-723-8145. www.carriagetour.com

Magnolia Plantation & Gardens Magnolia Plantation was founded in 1676

by the Drayton family. Tour the historic

home and grounds, which includes Spanish

moss-draped gardens, a black water swamp

garden, slave cabins and a petting zoo. 3550

Ashley River Road, Charleston. 800-367-

3517. www.magnoliaplantation.com.

Marion SquareHome of the Charleston Farmer’s Market

each Saturday from April through Decem-

ber, Marion Square also hosts several events

including the Charleston Wine + Food

Festival, Charleston Fashion Week and the

Southeastern Wildlife Festival. Th e 10–acre

green space in downtown Charleston is bor-

dered by King, Calhoun and Meeting streets.


Mepkin AbbeyA former plantation perched on the bluff s of

the Cooper River, Mepkin Abbey is now the

home of a Trappist monastery with a garden



Patriots Point Naval & Maritime MuseumTh e museum at Patriots Point is a state-run

military museum that displays four World

War II-era vessels and more than a dozen

vintage aircraft . Th e aircraft carrier USS

Yorktown is also the home to the Medal of

Honor Society Museum. 40 Patriots Point

Road, Mount Pleasant. 866-831-1720,

843- 884-2727. www.patriotspoint.org

Philip SimmonsChildren’s GardenPhilip Simmons, born in 1912, is a world-

renowned iron worker whose works

include more than 500 pieces of ornamental

wrought iron gates, fences, balconies and

window grills. Th e Philip Simmons Chil-

dren’s Garden celebrates the blacksmith’s

artistic skill and social contributions. Th e

garden is located at the corner of East Bay

and Blake streets. 843-830-4674.

www.simmonschildrensgarden.com

Powder MagazineCompleted in 1713, the Powder Magazine

was the oldest public building in South

Carolina and may be the oldest surviving

building in all of the former British colonies.

It served as a military storage area for loose

gun power until 1770 and has since served

as a wine cellar, a print shop and a museum.

79 Cumberland St., Charleston. 843-722-9350.

www.powdermag.org

Shem Creek Maritime MuseumLocated on the bank of historic Shem Creek,

this outdoor exhibit off ers a look at Charles-

ton’s rich maritime heritage. 514 Mill St.,

Mount Pleasant. 843-849-9000.

South Carolina AquariumTh e South Carolina Aquarium provides

a look at the wildlife you’ll fi nd in South

Carolina from the mountains to the sea.

100 Aquarium Wharf, Charleston. 843-720-

1990. www.scaquarium.org

Summerville-Dorchester Museum Th is museum chronicles Dorchester Coun-

ty’s history. 100 E. Dotty Ave., Summerville.

843-875-9666.

www.sumervilledorchestermuseum.org

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Day Trips

In the mood to explore? Th e Lowcoun-

try’s location provides easy access to

a host of interesting places. Just about

anything you would want to see — from

majestic mountains and tranquil rivers, to

swinging hotspots and quirky stores — is

within a few hours’ drive. So gas up, roll

down the windows and don’t forget to take

the back roads.

Asheville, N.C.Tucked into what seems like a cupped

hand of a valley is a town that was built

by pioneering souls that holds tight to its

free-thinking, artistic roots. It’s a town that

attracts thousands of visitors each year who

fl ock to see mountain vistas, ogle the Gilded

Age splendor of the Biltmore Mansion, shop

an eclectic range of boutiques, or tuck into

a variety of global cuisine at restaurants that

feature local (and oft en organic) ingredients.

Homegrown bands play at intimate venues,

while plenty of touring acts stop in west-

ern North Carolina’s largest city. Festivals

abound celebrating everything from the glit-

tering holiday pageantry of Biltmore to the

humble bounty of the mountain’s fruits and

vegetables. www.exploreasheville.com

Atlanta, Ga.Th e proud capital of the “New South” is a

diverse and welcoming metropolitan area.

Neighborhood enclaves, each with their own

distinctive fl air, hold a wealth of sights and

cultural attractions that range from pop (the

Coca-Cola Museum) to fi ne art (the High

Museum). Th e new Georgia Aquarium is al-

ready drawing thousands of eager spectators

to view the watery world of deep sea creatures

while the Botanical Garden and Piedmont

Park encourage outdoor strolls amid gor-

geous landscaping. Shop boutiques or big

malls, club hop into the wee hours, or take in

a Braves or Falcons game. www.atlanta.net

Charlotte, N.C. Th ough the Queen City reigns over a bus-

tling big business scene, Charlotte has plenty

of southern charm with a strong dose of

contemporary fi ne dining and a chic shop-

ping scene that has sprung up in all pockets

of the city. Rosedale Plantation off ers visitors

a chance to witness the pace and elegance

of the past, as does the Fourth Ward with its

streets fi lled with fi ne specimens of Victo-

rian architecture. Th ose preferring a more

exciting pace will appreciate a plethora of

NCAA hoops along with the NBA’s Char-

lotte Bobcats. Th e NFL’s Carolina Panthers

satisfy a taste for gridiron clashes and you

can hear the NASCAR engines roar just

north of the city at Lowe’s Motor Speed-

way. Fans get their turn at the wheel at the

Richard Petty Driving Experience at the

speedway or they can simply soak in history

at the Auto Racing Hall of Fame in nearby

Mooresville. www.charlottesgotalot.com

Forsyth Park, Savannah, Ga.


known for its shopping — from outlet malls

to local boutiques — and its restaurants,

many featuring seafood fresh off the boat.

Hilton Head also includes a thriving arts

and cultural scene and has the state’s second

largest theater facility, the Arts Center of

Coastal Carolina. www.hiltonheadisland.org

Myrtle Beach, S.C.Th ere is always something to do in Myrtle

Beach. Located about two hours north of

Charleston via U.S. 17, Myrtle Beach off ers

visitors two outlet malls, more than 100 golf

courses, numerous nightlife and concert

venues, as well as 60 miles of beaches. On

the way, stop by Brookgreen Gardens, a

National Historic Landmark and display

garden. www.visitmyrtlebeach.com

Savannah, Ga.About two hours south of Charleston is a

waterfront town that will, no doubt, remind

you of Charleston with its historic homes

and lush gardens fi lled with azaleas, camel-

lias and towering live oak trees. Founded in

1733, Savannah was the site of many famous

Revolutionary and Civil War battles. Th is

history has been preserved and is celebrated

along with the city’s vibrant arts and cultural

scene. Its more than 20 city squares, monu-

ments, parks, historic homes, churches and

forts will appeal to history buff s of all ages.

Don’t miss River Street with its waterfront

park, quirky shops and varied restaurants.

www.savannahvisit.com

Great Smoky Mountains National Park, N.C./Tenn.Formed hundreds of millions of years ago,

these mountains are some of the oldest in

the world and are comprised of peaks that

rise up over 6,000 feet. Th e park encom-

passes more than 520,000 acres of forests,

streams, rivers, waterfalls and hiking trails

passing through valleys, peaks and forests

with plenty of overlooks to take in scenic

views. Perhaps even more striking than its

size is the enormous variety of plants, trees,

mammals, birds and fi sh — so many that the

United Nations has designated the park an

International Biosphere Reserve. More than

100 species of trees thrive in the park.

www.nps.gov/grsm

Hilton Head Island, S.C.Well known among golf fanatics around the

world, Hilton Head Island boasts nearly 30

golf courses nestled among lush pine and

live oak forests that off er some of the most

challenging holes on the East Coast. Hilton

Head Island is the largest barrier island off

the Atlantic coast between Long Island and

the Bahamas. And while it is known for its

beautiful beach and fantastic golf, it’s also

Day Trips

Trail to Looking Glass Rock, Asheville, N.C.

Charlotte skyline at night.

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Calendar of Events

Lowcountry Oyster FestivalEach January, two tractor trailer loads of

oysters – more than 65,000 pounds – are

brought in for the annual Lowcountry Oys-

ter Festival. Special contests, live music and

activities are scheduled throughout the day,

including an oyster shucking contest, oyster

eating contest and a contest between local

chefs for the best oyster recipe. Boone Hall

Plantation, 843-805-3084. www.charleston-

restaurantassociation. com

Southeastern Wildlife ExpositionKnown for its world-class original art,

diverse exhibits and animal demonstrations,

the annual Southeastern Wildlife Exposition

kicks off in February with approximately

120 artists and more than 350 exhibitors.

Th e nation’s largest wildlife and nature

event off ers a variety of exhibits throughout

Charleston, including its trademark conser-

vation exhibits, birds of prey and retriever

demonstrations, and the new crowd favorite:

Dock Dogs. Various locations, 843-723-1748.

www.sewe.com

Charleston Wine + Food FestivalHeld each March, this festival celebrates the

culinary history and culture of the Low-

country. Foodies can enjoy more than 50

events during the four-day event, including

a Sip and Stroll, a wine tasting and auction

and a fospel brunch. Marion Square is the

central location for most activities. 843-727-

9998. www.charlestonwineandfood.com

Charleston Fashion Week During Charleston’s Fashion Week, Marion

Square is transformed into a venue that

rivals New York’s Bryant Park. Th e latest

trends from local designers and boutique

owners will be featured at this annual fash-

ion event held in March. www.charleston-

fashionweek.com

Charleston International Antiques ShowFeaturing more than 30 of the nation’s most

prominent antique dealers, the Charleston

International Antiques Show is held each

spring and has become a premier destina-

tion for antique collectors. 40 East Bay St.,

Charleston. 843-722-3405. www.historic-

charleston.org

Summerville Flowertown Festival Th is three-day event is held each spring

and organized by the Summerville Family

YMCA. Th e festival includes a host of food

vendors and more than 200 artisans from

across the country, as well as a 10k run. 843-

871-9622. www.summervilleymca.org

Annual Spring Festival of Houses & Gardens Some of Charleston’s fi nest historic homes

and gardens are on display during the

Historic Charleston Foundation’s Annual

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Calendar of Events

Spring Festival of Houses and Gardens. Each

Festival tour features eight to 10 properties

dating from the American colonial period

through the antebellum and Victorian years

of architecture, to the early 20th century.

843-722-3405. http://historiccharleston.org

Cooper River Bridge RunHeld at the end of March or in early April

each year, this event includes a 10k run

across the Cooper River on the new Arthur

Ravenel Jr. Bridge. It begins in Mount Pleas-

ant and ends in downtown Charleston. 843-

792-1586. www.bridgerun.com

Family Circle CupAft er 28 years in Hilton Head Island, the Fam-

ily Circle Cup moved to a new home on Daniel

Island in 2001. A partnership between the

city of Charleston and Family Circle magazine

helped build a state-of-the-art tennis facility

that is not only used for the week-long tennis

tournament each April, but is also open to the

public and used as a venue for sporting and

cultural events. 800-677-2293. www.family-

circlecup.com

Piccolo SpoletoPiccolo Spoleto was created in 1979 to coin-

cide with the international Spoleto Festival

USA and primarily features artists from the

southeast. Held at a variety of locations in

downtown Charleston. 843-724-7305. www.

piccolospoleto.com

Spoleto Festival USAHeld each spring since 1977, this 17-day

festival features visual art exhibits and more

than 120 performances from opera to jazz

music. 843-722-2764; Box offi ce: 843-579-

3100. www.spoletofestivalusa.org

MOJA Arts FestivalTh e annual MOJA Arts Festival is a celebra-

tion of African American and Caribbean arts

and features music, visual art, storytelling,

performances, craft s, children’s activities and

more. 843-724-7305. www.mojafestival.com

Annual Fall Tourof Homes & GardensExperience some of the region’s most

historic homes and gardens. Th e tour also

serves as a fundraiser for the Preservation

Society and is held for fi ve weeks, beginning

in September. www.preservationsociety.org

Taste of Charleston Th is three-day event, held each October,

showcases more than 40 area restaurants. In

addition to great food to sample, there is also

an Iron Chef competition and an art walk.

Held at Boone Hall Plantation. 843-577-4030.

www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com

Holiday Festival of Lights Millions of sparkling lights at the James Is-

land County Park will get you in the holiday

spirit. When the event started in 1990, there

were only 18 light displays. Now there are

2 million lights and 600 light displays. Th e

festival is open from November to just aft er

New Year’s. 843-795-4386. www.ccprc.com

Guests sip and stroll at Charleston Wine + Food Festival.

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TELEPHONETELEPHONE

BellSouthwww.bellsouth.com

Home Telephone Companywww.hometelco.com

Knologywww.knology.com

CABLECABLE

Comcastwww.comcast.com

HomeStarhttp://www.hometelco.com/cableTelevision.php

Knologywww.knology.com

Time Warner Cablewww.timewarnercable.com

ELECTRICITY AND NATURAL GASELECTRICITY AND NATURAL GAS

Berkeley Electric Cooperativewww.becsc.com

Edisto Electric Cooperativewww.edistoelectric.com

Santee Cooperwww.santeecooper.com

South Carolina Electric & Gaswww.sceg.com

CITY GOVERNMENTSCITY GOVERNMENTS

Awendawwww.awendawsc.org

Charlestonwww.charlestoncity.info

Folly Beachwww.follybeachsouthcarolina.org

Goose Creekwww.cityofgoosecreek.com

Hanahanwww.cityofhanahan.com

Hollywoodwww.townofhollywood.org

Isle of Palmshttp://www.iop.net/

James Islandwww.townofjamesislandsc.org

Kiawah Islandwww.kiawahisland.org

Lincolnvillewww.lincolnvillesc.com

McClellanvillehttp://www.townofmcclellanville-sc.net/

Meggettwww.meggettsc.com

Moncks Cornerhttp://townofmonckscorner.sc.gov/

Mount Pleasantwww.townofmountpleasant.com

North Charlestonwww.northcharleston.org

Rockvillewww.townofrockville.com

Seabrook Islandwww.townofseabrookisland.org

Sullivan’s Islandwww.sullivansisland-sc.com

Summervillewww.summerville.sc.us

CITY GUIDESCITY GUIDES

Charleston’s Finest City Guidehttp://www.charlestonsfi nest.com

COUNTY GOVERNMENTSCOUNTY GOVERNMENTS

Berkeley Countywww.co.berkeley.sc.us

Charleston Countywww.charlestoncounty.org

Dorchester Countywww.dorchestercounty.net

CHAMBERS OF COMMERCECHAMBERS OF COMMERCE

Berkeley County Chamber of Commercewww.bcoc.com

Charleston Metro Chamber of Commercewww.charlestonchamber.net

Greater Dorchester – Summerville Chamber of Commercewww.gsdcchamber.org

TRANSPORTATIONTRANSPORTATION

CARTA (Charleston Area Regional Transpor-tation Authority)www.ridecarta.com

Charleston International Airportwww.chs-airport.com

THINGS TO DOTHINGS TO DO

Attractions

American Military Museumhttp://www.americanmilitarymuseum.org/

Anna’s House & Garden Tour/Ghost Walkwww.ghostwalk.net

Audubon Swamp Gardenhttp://www.magnoliaplantation.com/

gardens.html

Boone Hall Plantations & Gardenwww.boonehallplantation.com

Carolina Heritage Outfi tterswww.canoesc.com

Carolina Ice Palacewww.carolinaicepalace.com

Caw Caw Interpretive Centerwww.ccprc.com

Charleston Ghost and Graveyard Tourswww.bulldogtours.com

The Charleston Museumwww.charlestonmuseum.org

Charles Pinckney Historic Sitewww.nps.gov/chpi

Charles Towne Landing State Historic Parkhttp://www.southcarolinaparks.com/

park-fi nder/state-park/1575.aspx

Children’s Museum of the Lowcountrywww.explorecml.org

The Citadel Museumwww.citadel.edu/museum

The Confederate Museumwww.csa-scla.org/articles/ConfederateMuseum.htm

Cypress Gardenswww.cypressgardens.info

Edisto Island Museumwww.edistomuseum.com

Edisto Beach State Parkwww.southcarolinaparks.com

Edisto Island Serpentariumwww.edistoserpentarium.com

Folly Beach State Parkhttp://ccprc.com/index.asp?nid=932

Fort Moultriewww.nps.gov/fomo

Fort Sumterwww.nps.gov/fosu/home.htm

The International Center for Birds of Preywww.internationalbirdsofprey.org

Isle of Palms County Parkhttp://ccprc.com/index.asp?nid=932

Magnolia Plantationwww.magnoliaplantation.com

Middleton Placewww.middletonplace.org

Morris Island Lighthousewww.savethelight.org

Old Exchange and Provost Dungeonwww.oldexchange.com

Old Slave Mart Museumwww.charlestoncity.info

Old South Carriage Tourswww.oldsouthcarriagetours.com

Palmetto Carriage Tourswww.carriagetour.com

Quick Links


Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museumwww.patriotspoint.org

South Carolina Aquariumwww.scaquarium.org

ARTSARTS

The Actors’ Theatre of South Carolinawww.actorstheatreofsc.org

American Theaterwww.americantheater.com

Carolina Gallerieswww.carolinagalleries.com

Charleston Ballet Theatrewww.charlestonballet.org

Charleston Stagewww.charlestonstage.com

Charleston Symphony Orchestrawww.charlestonsymphony.com

City Gallery at Waterfront Parkwww.charlestoncity.info

Flowertown Playerswww.fl owertownplayers.org

Footlight Players Theatrewww.footlightplayers.net

French Quarter Gallery Associationwww.frenchquarterarts.com

Gibbes Museum of Artwww.gibbesmuseum.org

The Have Nots! Comedy Improvwww.thehavenots.org

MOJA Arts Festivalwww.mojafestival.com

North Charleston City Gallerywww.northcharleston.org

Spoleto Festival USA/Piccolo Spoletowww.piccolospoleto.com

PUBLIC SCHOOLSPUBLIC SCHOOLS

Berkeley County School Districtwww.berkeley.k12.sc.us

Charleston County School Districtwww.ccsdschools.com

Dorchester County School District 2www.dorchester2.k12.sc.us

Dorchester County School District 4www.dorchester4.k12.sc.us

CHARTER SCHOOLSCHARTER SCHOOLS

Charleston Development Academywww.charlestondevelopmentacademy.org

East Cooper Montessori Charter Schoolwww.montessoricharterschool.com

James Island Charter High Schoolwww.jicharterhigh.org

Orange Grove Elementary Charter Schoolhttp://orangegrove.ccsdschools.com

Youthbuild Charlestonwww.youthbuildcharterschool.org

PRIVATE SCHOOLSPRIVATE SCHOOLS

Addleston Hebrew Academywww.addlestone.org

Ashley Hallwww.ashleyhall.org

Bishop England High Schoolwww.behs.com

Blessed Sacrament Schoolwww.scbss.org/home.aspx

Cathedral Academywww.cathedralacademy.org

Charleston Catholic Schoolwww.charlestoncatholic.com

Charleston Christian Schoolwww.charlestonchristian.org

Charleston Collegiate Schoolwww.charlestoncollegiate.org

Charleston Day Schoolwww.charlestondayschool.org

Divine Redeemer Catholic Schoolwww.divineredeemerschool.com

Faith Christian Schoolwww.faithchristiansc.org

Ferndale Baptist Schoolwww.ferndalebaptist.org/school

First Baptist Church Schoolwww.fbschool.org

First Baptist Church School of Mount Pleasantwww.fbcsmtpleasant.org

James Island Christian Schoolwww.jics.org

Mason Preparatory Schoolwww.masonprep.org

Nativity Schoolwww.nativity-school.com

Northside Christian Schoolwww.nativity-school.com

Northwood Academywww.northwoodacademy.com

The Oaks Christian Schoolwww.oakschristianschool.org

Pinewood Preparatory Schoolwww.pinewoodprep.com

Porter-Gaud Schoolwww.portergaud.edu

Riverbend Christian Academywww.riverbendchristian.org

St. John’s Catholic Schoolwww.www.catholic-doc.org/stjohnschool

Summerville Catholic Schoolwww.summervillecatholic.org

Trident Academywww.tridentacademy.com

Trinity Montessori Schoolwww.trinitymontessori.com

COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIESCOLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES

American College for the Building Artswww.buildingartscollege.us

Beta Tech Charlestonwww.betatech.edu/charleston-south-carolina.asp

Charleston School of Lawwww.charlestonlaw.org

Charleston Southern Universitywww.csuniv.edu

The Citadelwww.citadel.edu

College of Charlestonwww.cofc.edu

Culinary Institute of Charlestonwww.culinaryinstituteofcharleston.com

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Institutewww.erau.edu

Limestone Collegewww.limestone.edu

Medical University of South Carolinawww.musc.edu

Miller-Motte Technical Collegewww.mmtccharleston.com

Moore School of Businesswww.mooreschool.sc.edu

South Carolina State Universitywww.scsu.edu

Southern Illinois Universityhttp://wed.siu.edu/public/ocdp/Base.

php?Location=110

Southern Wesleyan Universityhttp://www.southernwesleyanucharleston.

com/

Trident Technical Collegewww.tridenttech.edu

Voorhees Collegewww.voorhees.edu

Webster Universitywww.webster.edu

HOSPITALSHOSPITALS

Bon Secours St. Francis Hospitalwww.ropersaintfrancis.com

East Cooper Regional Medical Centerwww.eastcoopermedctr.com

HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Charlestonwww.healthsouth.com

MUSC Children’s Hospitalwww.musckids.com

MUSC Institute of Psychiatrywww.muschealth.com/psychiatry

MUSC University Hospitalwww.musc.edu

Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Centerwww.med.va.gov

Roper Hospitalwww.ropersaintfrancis.com/roper

Storm Eye Institute at MUSCwww.muschealth.com/eyes

Summerville Medical Centerwww.tridenthealthsystem.com

Trident Medical Centerwww.tridenthealthsystem.com

U.S. Naval Hospitalwww.nhchasn.med.navy.mil

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Newcomer InformationTELEPHONETELEPHONE

BellSouth888-757-6500

www.bellsouth.com

Home Telephone Company843-899-1111

www.hometelco.com

Knology843-225-1000

www.knology.com

CABLECABLE

Comcast800-266-2278

www.comcast.com

HomeStar843-761-8188

www.hometelco.com/homestar.html

Knology843-225-1000

www.knology.com

Time Warner Cable866-892-7201

www.timewarnercable.com

ELECTRICITY ELECTRICITY AND NATURAL GASAND NATURAL GAS

Berkeley Electric Cooperative843-761-8200

www.becsc.com

Edisto Electric Cooperative800-433-3292

www.edistoelectric.com

Santee Cooper843-761-8000

www.santeecooper.com

South Carolina Electric & Gas800-251-7234

www.sceg.com

GARBAGEGARBAGE

City of Charleston843-724-7364


City of Goose Creek843-824-2200

www.cityofgoosecreek.com

City of Hanahan843-529-3413

www.cityofhanahan.info

City of Isle of Palms843-886-8956

www.iop.net

James Island Public Service District843-795-9060


Town of Moncks Corner843-719-7900

www.townofmonckscorner.com

Town of Mount Pleasant843-884-8518

www.townofmountpleasant.com

City of North Charleston843-745-1026

www.northcharleston.org

Town of Sullivan’s Island843-883-3198

www.sullivansisland-sc.com

Town of Summerville843-851-5210

www.summerville.sc.us

WATER AND SEWERWATER AND SEWER

Berkeley County Water & Sanitation Authority843-572-4400

www.co.berkeley.sc.us

Charleston Water System843-727-6800

www.charlestonwater.com

Dorchester County Water Au-thority843-563-0075

www.dorchestercounty.net

City of Folly Beach843-588-2447

www.follybeachsouthcarolina.org

City of Goose Creek843-797-6220

www.cityofgoosecreek.com

City of Isle of Palms843-886-6148

www.iopwsc.com

James Island Public Service District843-795-9060


Town of Moncks Corner843-719-7900

www.townofmonckscorner.com

Town of Mount Pleasant843-849-2022

www.townofmountpleasant.com

St. John’s Water Company843-559-0186

Town of Sullivan’s Island843-559-0186

Town of Summerville843-871-0810

www.summerville.sc.us


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