Charleston Stories

What better place to celebrate the birth of our nation than in a city that has deep roots in its creation? The Fourth of July in Charleston, SC, is one of the biggest days of the year. From fireworks to cookouts to 5K races, we’ve got you covered with all the annual activities — and…

Charleston is so pleasant and warm, you probably won’t want to head inside after a day in the sun. But sometimes you just need a break from the heat or the rain. These 10 must-see Charleston museums will give you a much-needed break from the outdoors while educating you on Lowcountry history and culture. Charleston…

What is Charleston known for? When it comes to fun, we’ve got it all, including history, romance, drama, and food. Check out our definitive list of all the best activities that make the Holy City one of the best in the continental U.S.   1. History By Alonzo Chappel If you love history, you’ll love Charleston,…

Charleston is quickly becoming one of the most popular tourist destinations in the U.S. But did you know there is a secret Charleston that only the locals know about? You won’t find Charleston’s most hidden treasures in just any guidebook. To find them, you’ll need to ask a local.  Tips to Find Secret Charleston Sites…

Charleston is one of the most stunning cities in the South. What better destination for a bonding trip? If you’re looking to book a mother/daughter trip to Charleston, we’ve got some mother/daughter trip ideas and tips to help your vacation go smoothly. From activities to pampering to iconic Lowcountry foods, there’s no shortage of girl…

Q: How many days do I need to explore Charleston? A: That’s a tricky one! Most of us have lived in Charleston all our lives — and we still haven’t explored every nook and cranny of the Holy City. That being said, you can easily spend one day, a long weekend, or even up to…

One of our favorite times to be in Charleston is during the December holidays. The city is decorated with hundreds of thousands of lights, the weather is mild, and there’s so much to see and do! With Charleston being nicknamed “The Holy City”, Christmas in Charleston is especially spectacular. Come see the city’s historic homes…

“THE BATTERY” is the common name used in Charleston to describe the pair of man-made seawalls that border the eastern and southern tips of the Charleston peninsula.  The “High Battery” is just over 1,400 feet long and was built in the early 1800s which led to the creation of what is now East Battery Street…

By Mark Jones MarkJonesBooks.com One of the seminal events of American history was the Confederate firing on the U.S. Army at Fort Sumter in Charleston Harbor, on April 12, 1861. But long before that first shot landed, a thirty-year long bitter undercurrent of turbulence undermined the years in post-Revolutionary America. Starting with the Missouri Compromise…

By Mark R. Jones For guests of the Charleston’s Alleys and Hidden Passages Tour,  your meeting location – at the “Slave Auction” marker on the north side of the Old Exchange Building – is one of the most historic sites in the United States. To support Charleston’s burgeoning transatlantic trade, in 1767 the South Carolina…

By Mark R. Jones Centrally located at the famous Four Corners of Law, Charleston City Hall is where the “Historic Downtown Tour” begins each day at 10 a.m. and 2 p. m. City Hall, 1870s & 1950s Courtesy of the Library of Congress. The “four corners” nickname is attributed to Robert Ripley, who in his popular newspaper…

By Mark R. Jones Anyone who has strolled Charleston’s quaint streets and hidden alleys has felt the faint echo of a more serene era, removed from the bustle of today’s America. For anyone interested in nineteenth-century Charleston culture Jane Austen’s novels (Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, Emma) are accurate guideposts. With Valentine’s Day as…