French Quarter in Charleston in Charleston County, South Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
Bible Depository
1828
Originally two stories, built as a depository by the South Carolina Bible Society on land purchased from the City for that purpose in 1828.
In 1882 the South Carolina Art Association acquired the building and used it for an art school until 1908. The Confederate Home and College bought the structure in that year and added a third floor as dormitory rooms for young women.
Severely damaged by the tornado of 1838, the building was purchased and repaired by the German Friendly Society in 1942. This society was founded Wednesday, January 15, 1766 and meets here weekly.
The Arion Society, founded 1832, meets here the second Friday of each month, September through May.
29 Chalmers Street
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Fraternal or Sororal Organizations. A significant historical date for this entry is January 15, 1930.
Location. 32° 46.633′ N, 79° 55.8′ W. Marker is in Charleston, South Carolina, in Charleston County. It is in the French Quarter. Marker is on Chalmers Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 29 Chalmers Street, Charleston SC 29401, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 10 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Prayer Composed By Ellison Capers (within shouting distance of this marker); Robert Gibbes (within shouting distance of this marker); Captain John Christie (within shouting distance of this marker); P.G.T. Beauregard (within shouting distance of this marker); Francis Salvador (within shouting distance of this marker); Elizabeth Hutchinson Jackson (within shouting distance of this marker); Washington Light Infantry Monument (within shouting distance of this marker); The Confederate Home (within shouting distance of this marker); George Washington Statue (within shouting distance of this marker); Henry Timrod (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Charleston.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 4, 2011, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 969 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. submitted on October 4, 2011, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina.