Kid Tours: Eager Eagle

07/02/2025

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Let 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...

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Independence Day: Museum and its historic houses OPEN

07/04/2025

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

The 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:...

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Kid Tours: Under Siege!

07/09/2025

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

In 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...

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Kid Tours: Mighty Mammals

07/16/2025

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Large 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!...

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Kid Tours: Crafting Clay

07/23/2025

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Learn 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...

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Museum Camp

07/28/2025 - 08/01/2025

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Travel 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...

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Bricks 4 Kidz Camp

07/28/2025 - 08/01/2025

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Let 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...

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Kid Tours: Beach Buddies

07/30/2025

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

It 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...

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Museum Camp

08/04/2025 - 08/08/2025

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Travel 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...

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Bricks 4 Kidz Camp

08/04/2025 - 08/08/2025

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Let 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...

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Labor Day: Museum and its historic houses OPEN

09/01/2025

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

The 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...

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Thanksgiving Day: Museum and its historic houses CLOSED

11/27/2025

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

The 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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