South of Broad in Charleston in Charleston County, South Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
As Old as Charleston
The Tavern has been a spirited part of Charleston's history since the late 17th century.
From the early seaport days, through pirate attacks, the Revolution and Civil War, earthquakes and hurricanes, Prohibition and the Great Depression, the Tavern and Charleston have not only survived these historical events, they stand as a living example of the Spirit of Self-reliance and the Resilience that is the
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings.
Location. 32° 46.583′ N, 79° 55.6′ W. Marker is in Charleston, South Carolina, in Charleston County. It is in South of Broad. Marker is at the intersection of East Bay Street and Exchange Street, on the right when traveling north on East Bay Street. Marker is affixed to the west side of the building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 120 East Bay 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. The Tavern (here, next to this marker); Convention on Ratification (within shouting distance of this marker); Walker, Evans & Cogswell Company (within shouting distance of this marker); Lee Cohen Harby (within shouting distance of this marker); The Old Exchange (within shouting distance of this marker); One Broad Street (within shouting distance of this marker); Second Bank of the United States (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); 83-107 East Bay Street Rainbow Row (about 300 feet away); Slave Auctions (about 300 feet away); One North Adger's Wharf (about 300 feet away). 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 8, 2011, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 831 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 8, 2011, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina.