South of Broad in Charleston in Charleston County, South Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
Toomer- Purse House
c. 1796
Erected by Preservation Society Of Charleston.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1840.
Location. 32° 46.36′ N, 79° 56.04′ W. Marker is in Charleston, South Carolina, in Charleston County. It is in South of Broad. Marker is on Legare Street, on the right when traveling south. Located between Tradd and Gibbes Streets. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 17 Legare Street, Charleston SC 29401, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Simmons-Edwards House (a few steps from this marker); John Fullerton House (a few steps from this marker); 8 Legare Street (within shouting distance of this marker); The Reverend Paul Trapier Gervais House (within shouting distance of this marker); Parker Drayton House (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); 32 Legare Street (about 500 feet away); Miles Brewton House (about 500 feet away); John McKee House (about 600 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 14, 2011, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 774 times since then and 23 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 14, 2011, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina.