Are these pieces à la mode or just macabre? Discover the consequences of style, from accessories made out of now extinct animals to clothing that could kill. We hope to see you...
View EventVisit the Heyward-Washington House in March and April for a unique opportunity to witness an archaeological field school and dig in action. Located in the garden behind the Heyward-Washington House,...
View EventThe Charleston Museum and its Historic Houses are closed on Easter. We resume regular hours on the Monday, April 21. The Charleston Museum: Monday through Saturday 9 am to 5...
View EventThe beautiful formal garden located behind the Heyward-Washington House has been maintained by the Garden Club of Charleston since 1941. The garden is designed to reflect what might have been...
View EventJoin Carl P. Borick, Director of The Charleston Museum and author of A Gallant Defense: The Siege of Charleston, 1780, as he leads a tour to some of the key points related to...
View EventJoin Curator of Natural History Matthew Gibson on Fridays from 3:30 - 4:30 PM in the Bunting Natural History Gallery lab. He will be on hand to share projects currently...
View EventIn this workshop participants will learn how to combine screen printing using a clay paste and indigo. Charleston fiber artist Kristy Bishop will demo how to make the clay paste, pulling...
View EventThis spring at the Heyward-Washington House, archaeologists and researchers from The Charleston Museum and The College of Charleston will conduct an archaeological field school to expand on previous excavations at one of...
View EventJoin us at the Dill Sanctuary to learn to paint a saltmarsh landscape with Museum Educator, Maggie Roof, professional artist and a graduate of SCAD. Utilizing the breathtaking views and...
View EventOn April 30, Museum Members are invited to an exclusive preview of Reimagined Fashion: Creations of the Future Past before it opens to the public. Curator of Historic Textiles Virginia...
View EventJoin Curator of Natural History Matthew Gibson on Fridays from 3:30 - 4:30 PM in the Bunting Natural History Gallery lab. He will be on hand to share projects currently...
View EventJoin the Charleston Museum for an unforgettable evening! Celebrate the opening of our newest exhibit, Reimagined Fashion: Creations of the Future Past with an exclusive opening party! Be among the first to immerse...
View EventJoin the Charleston Museum on Thursday May 8th at 6:00 pm for a new event at the Dill Sanctuary. Enjoy an incredible view of the Stono River and watch the...
View EventAmputation is all you need…at least during the Civil War! Get hands-on (literally!) with medical technology and techniques used by the Union and Confederacy. Discover how photography changed the way...
View EventJoin Curator of Natural History Matthew Gibson on Fridays from 3:30 - 4:30 PM in the Bunting Natural History Gallery lab. He will be on hand to share projects currently...
View EventThe Charleston Museum’s Dill Sanctuary is a 580 acre wildlife preserve located along the Stono River that is home to a wide array of birdlife. A six acre wildlife pond with three...
View EventJoin local artisan Sarah Edwards-Hammond for in-depth instruction on sweetgrass basketry which has been an integral part of the Lowcountry’s Gullah Geechee community since the 17th century. Edwards-Hammond comes from a...
View EventThe beautiful formal garden located behind the Joseph Manigault House has been maintained by the Garden Club of Charleston since 1949. The garden is designed to reflect what might have...
View EventJoin the Patriot defenses during the Siege of Charleston! Learn about the chemistry of gunpowder, design your own fort, and learn how to fire a cannon. Homeschool History Day programs...
View EventJoin Curator of Natural History Matthew Gibson on Fridays from 3:30 - 4:30 PM in the Bunting Natural History Gallery lab. He will be on hand to share projects currently...
View EventJoin the Charleston Museum for an exclusive tour of its newest permanent exhibition, Beyond the Ashes: The Lowcountry’s New Beginnings. This new exhibit reflects the political and social changes that took place...
View EventJoin Curator of Natural History Matthew Gibson on Fridays from 3:30 - 4:30 PM in the Bunting Natural History Gallery lab. He will be on hand to share projects currently...
View EventThe Charleston Museum and its historic houses are open on Memorial Day. The Charleston Museum: Monday through Saturday 9 am to 5 pm, Sunday 12 to 5 pm Heyward-Washington House:...
View EventOn May 29th, Society Members are invited to this exclusive after-hours event to view some of the earliest collections from The Charleston Museum, rarely seen by the public. Artifacts from...
View EventExplore our newest exhibit, Reimagined Fashion, where modern designers have reimagined items from the collections. Using the collections pieces and the new designs, design your own look showcasing your interpretation...
View EventJoin Curator of Natural History Matthew Gibson on Fridays from 3:30 - 4:30 PM in the Bunting Natural History Gallery lab. He will be on hand to share projects currently...
View EventSurround yourself with nature at The Charleston Museum’s Dill Sanctuary, a 580-acre wildlife sanctuary located on James Island along the Stono River. Campers get down and dirty exploring a marsh...
View EventJoin Quilter Artist and Keeper of the Culture, Cookie Washington for a Gullah Rag Rug Summer Camp geared for teens. Washington will provide an interactive demonstration of Rag Rug technique honoring...
View EventDiscover animals that lived in the Lowcountry millions of years ago—from crocodilians to giant birds to giant ground sloths and everything in between! Travel back in time to make friends...
View EventSurround yourself with nature at The Charleston Museum’s Dill Sanctuary, a 580-acre wildlife sanctuary located on James Island along the Stono River. Campers get down and dirty exploring a marsh...
View EventIn 1960, after serving the community for 180 years the pharmacy at Meeting and Broad closed its doors and moved into the Charleston Museum. Explore the apothecary shop and compare...
View EventSurround yourself with nature at The Charleston Museum’s Dill Sanctuary, a 580-acre wildlife sanctuary located on James Island along the Stono River. Campers get down and dirty exploring a marsh...
View EventDid you know that humans have the same number of vertebrae as a giraffe? Or that sharks have no bones at all? Learn all about what lies underneath fur, skin,...
View EventSurround yourself with nature at The Charleston Museum’s Dill Sanctuary, a 580-acre wildlife sanctuary located on James Island along the Stono River. Campers get down and dirty exploring a marsh...
View EventJump into style with a guided tour of Reimagined Fashion: Creations of the Future Past and design your own looks inspired by history! Kid Tours is a series designed to...
View EventLet freedom fly! Start Independence Day celebrations early by learning about America’s bird: the Bald Eagle. Discover these amazing birds of prey and find out what bird almost became America’s...
View EventThe Charleston Museum and its historic houses are open on Independence Day. The Charleston Museum: Monday through Saturday 9 am to 5 pm, Sunday 12 to 5 pm Heyward-Washington House:...
View EventIn 1781, the city of Charleston was engaged in the longest battle of the Revolutionary War. Learn what happened during the Siege of Charleston and discover how to fire a...
View EventLarge mammals like elk and bison used to inhabit this area; now smaller mammals like possum, raccoons, and rabbits make it home. Learn about the magnificent mammals of the Lowcountry!...
View EventLearn about the life of enslaved potter Dave Drake! Read the poetry he inscribed on the pottery he made and craft clay creations inspired by his work. Kid Tours is...
View EventTravel back in time to learn about creatures, customs, and cultures throughout history. Campers ages 6 - 11 are invited to explore the collections of The Charleston Museum to learn...
View EventLet your child make the most of summer break with our Bricks 4 Kidz camps! Inspired by the idea of edutainment, our unique camps build a strong interest in STEAM...
View EventIt is a sea star or a starfish? Where do shells come from? Do sharks have dentists? Is a sand dollar really worth a dollar? Get the answers to these...
View EventTravel back in time to learn about creatures, customs, and cultures throughout history. Campers ages 6 - 11 are invited to explore the collections of The Charleston Museum to learn...
View EventLet your child make the most of summer break with our Bricks 4 Kidz camps! Inspired by the idea of edutainment, our unique camps build a strong interest in STEAM...
View EventThe Charleston Museum and its historic houses are open regular hours on Labor Day. Come enjoy your holiday weekend with us! The Charleston Museum: Monday through Saturday 9 am to...
View EventThe Charleston Museum and its historic houses are closed Thanksgiving Day, so that staff may enjoy the holiday with family and friends. We resume regular hours on the Friday, November...
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