C. 1775 and 1826
This splendid mansion was
built in 1826 by Dr. Joseph
Glover, a noted Charleston
physician, utilizing the
service wing of an older
house of about 1775. In 1906
it was purchased by the
Cavaliere Giovanni Sottile,
. . . — — Map (db m51308) HM
This is one of the last grand
antebellum houses of
Charleston built by Edisto
Island cotton planter,
I. Jenkins Mikell. He adopted
design sophistication and
colour of an Italian villa
unusual in Charleston.
Notice the . . . — — Map (db m54714) HM
For ninety-five years, five generations for the
Follin family, including John A. Zeigler, Jr. the
last member of the family to own the house, lived
at Nine College Way. Mr Zeigler and Edwin
Peacock operated The Book Basement,
Charleston's . . . — — Map (db m54417) HM
Old Marine Hospital has been designated a National Historic Landmark. This site possesses national significance in commemorating the history of the United States of America. — — Map (db m48278) HM
Built as the parsonage of
St. Philip's Church and home
of the Reverend Robert Smith,
The College of Charleston's
first president (1790~1797).
The College's initial classes
were held in 1785 on the
ground floor.
The house is the . . . — — Map (db m54794) HM
Built before 1817 by Kathrine Blacklock Farr and her husband Nathaniel on land conveyed to her by her father William Blacklock builder of 18 Bull Street. — — Map (db m141255) HM
This building, designed by Robert Mills,
widely known architect was erected 1833
for the care of sick and disabled merchant
seamen. It served also as a teaching clinic
for the Medical College of South Carolina,
and after 1860 as a military . . . — — Map (db m48711) HM
William Blacklock House
has been designated a
National
Historic Landmark
This Site Possesses National Significance
in Commemorating the History of the
United States of America
1974
National Park Service
. . . — — Map (db m52607) HM
Private residence, built before 1728 by William Harvey. This house was leased 1750 by his Excellency James Glenn, Governor of the Province until purchased in 1756 by Ralph Izard planter. A century later, 1858, Izard descendants sold it to Judge . . . — — Map (db m27470) HM
This three-story masonry single house with hipped roof and Federal style details was constructed for Charles
Graves, a local factor. One of the oldest building along upper Tradd Street, the house is located on portions of Lots 226 and 227 of the . . . — — Map (db m48674) HM
This Adam style Single House was constructed circa 1805 by Captain John W. Morrison on the site of the circa 1790 garden of Robert Squibb, who brought many exotic plants to Charleston, exported rare species from Charleston to England, and published . . . — — Map (db m48759) HM
Residence of
the Surgeon General of
the Continnetal Army
and boyhood home of
Confederate Generals
Hamilton Prioleau Bee
& Bernard Bee.
One of only three
South Carolina homes with
early exposed interior
corner post . . . — — Map (db m48236) HM
This residence was built on
the original Robert Limehouse
farmlands. The house was
definitely standing in 1855
and was occupied that year
by Joseph Dawson, a druggist
in business at 17 Broad St. — — Map (db m51899) HM
This three-story stucco house with a clay tile hip roof was built by Charleston merchant William Bell following the destruction of an earlier residence by fire in 1778. The fire, the second of five great Charleston fires between 1740 and 1860, . . . — — Map (db m47978) HM
This town house was constructed by Adam Ewing, a Scots merchant, for his residence and place of business. He and his partner Robert Ewing (who bore the same surname but was no relation) had their counting house in the front room of the ground . . . — — Map (db m47977) HM
Legare Street is named for goldsmith Solomon Legare “the Huguenot,” who built the first house on this property. Before the lot left the family in 1803, his descendants had become wealthy plantation owners and commission merchants.
. . . — — Map (db m47750) HM
This Georgian Style residence is an early example of the "Charleston Single House." The original woodwork is notable; the drawing room mantle is attributed to Charleston cabinet maker, Thomas Elfe. Unique in the kitchen building is the original . . . — — Map (db m47763) HM
Charlestonian James Simmons is believed to have built this Georgian style house circa 1760. It is located on Lot 278 of the "Grand Model of Charles Town", the earliest plan of the city. Otis Mills, the original owner of the Mills House bought the . . . — — Map (db m47837) HM
Built for St. Michaels Church Rectory by Miller & Fullerton. Sold in 1823 to Dr. William Read, who served in the Revolution as Surgeon General of the Colonial Army. Now a private residence. — — Map (db m242604) HM
This substantial house was built by J. Brailsford Jenkins, soon after they purchased the site in 1905. The lot previously had been part of the extensive grounds of present-day 38 Church Street, where Dr. Vincent LeSeigneur had a famous garden in the . . . — — Map (db m47611) HM
The James Brown House is situated on a portion of Lot Number 82 of the Grand Modell, the city plan for
Charleston that was developed in 1670. The lot was originally granted by the Lords Proprietors on June 12, 1694 to John Frowman, a butcher, for . . . — — Map (db m47899) HM
This three-story stuccoed single house
was constructed circa 1760 by Charleston
physician Dr. William Cleland as a
residence for his son William. After
William's death the property was
purchased in 1778 by Scottish ιmigrι
Robert Wells, . . . — — Map (db m48141) HM
Captain Francis W. Saltus, Sr., a Charleston ship owner and cotton factor built this two and one half story Federal style single house. The frame structure rests on a raised basement and features a closed return box cornice and a gable roof with an . . . — — Map (db m50449) HM
circa 1740
Local merchant James Matthews constructed this three-story over raised basement, double tenement building circa 1740. The house features a Flemish bond brick pattern and nine over nine light windows. The gambrel roof with a . . . — — Map (db m47902) HM
Colonel Miles Brewton I, (1675-1745),
was one of the original founding members of Charles Towne. A wealthy Charleston "goldsmith" (banker), provincial powder receiver, built this stucco-over brick house circa 1716-33 (near the center of the old . . . — — Map (db m50442) HM
circa 1726 rebuilt 1781
The masonary structure of this double residence was constructed by Charleston merchant Thomas Lamboll
circa 1726. The date of construction is based on surviving land grants showing the establishment of common use alleys . . . — — Map (db m62151) HM
Rainbow Row represents the longest cluster of intact Georgian row houses in the United States. The earliest
structures on this portion of East Bay Street, between Tradd and Elliott Street, were built by 1680. The buildings were constructed on lots . . . — — Map (db m51737) HM
The National Register
of Historic Places
83-85 Church Street
Charleston Old and
Historic District
South Carolina
Department of Archives
And History — — Map (db m50451) HM
The Ancrum Wharf Building was constructed by Parker Quince and John Ancrum, both North Carolina natives, who were married to Savannah and Mary Rhett. The Rhett sisters were heirs to Col. William Rhett. The Ancrum Wharf Building is one of the . . . — — Map (db m103639) HM
This simply detailed two story wooden dwelling, and the neighboring dwelling at 93 Lenwood Boulevard, were originally one building. This building was located at the present intersection of Tradd Street and Lenwood Boulevard, and was used by the U.S. . . . — — Map (db m48144) HM
The front portion of this fine example of
the Charleston single house was built on
part of the original lot #37 of the plat
of Charleston known as the "Grand Modell."
The home was erected by Wm. Hall for
Ann Peacock, a wealthy widow
from . . . — — Map (db m47911) HM
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 . . . — — Map (db m47973) HM
Outstanding Georgian House designated "of National Importance," was built by William Branford, planter and member of the Colonial Assembly. It is famous for its carved cypress paneling and drawing room which has been called "one of the most . . . — — Map (db m39313) HM
Circa 1745
Built by Richard Capers
Home of Jacob Motte,
Treasurer of South Carolina Colony
Dedicated 28 October 2010 by The Colonial Dames of America
Founded 23 May 1890
Chapter XXXI - South Carolina
(Upper plaque) . . . — — Map (db m51162) HM
This large, three and one-half story masonry single house was constructed circa 1800-1802 by Caspar Christian Schutt, a Charleston merchant of German descent. As was the custom of the day, he operated his business activities on the first floor . . . — — Map (db m47964) HM
Clark Mills Studio has been designated a Registered National Historic Landmark under the provisions of the Historic Sites Act of August 21, 1935. This site possesses exceptional value in commemorating or illustrating the history of the . . . — — Map (db m27516) HM
Othneil Beale, sea Captain from New England, Colonel of Provincial Troops, Engineer, Successful merchant, built this house about 1740, with ground floors for mercantile use, and living rooms above Finely Cypress Paneled.
The previous owners, . . . — — Map (db m19665) HM
National Historic Landmark
Born 1718, Inverness, Stuart was related to Scottish
Royality. Educated in London, he circumnavigated
the globe aboard Centurion, Adm. Lord Anson
commanding, capturing the Spanish treasure . . . — — Map (db m48065) HM
South Carolina voted to ratify the Federal Constitution in this building on May 23, 1788. Among the 100 members of the Convention on Ratification were Charles Pinckney, Charles Cotesworth Pinckney, and John Rutledge, three of the four South . . . — — Map (db m50479) HM
Handsome Georgian "Double House" constructed of brick but covered by stucco after 1886 earthquake. Drawing room has handsome ceiling plaster work decorations and carved overmantel with ionic pilasters. Residence of last Royal Governor Lord William . . . — — Map (db m47909) HM
[Top Marker]:
Dr. Thomas Dale
House
73 Church Street
Has Been Placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of the Interior
c. 1716-33
[Middle Marker]:
In 1733 Col. Miles . . . — — Map (db m47929) HM
This early Georgian single house was apparently built by George Ducat, a shipwright, for his daughter Margaret, on her second marriage in 1732, to Dr. William Cleland, of Crail, Scotland. This section of Tradd Street is one of the few within the . . . — — Map (db m39321) HM
DuBose Heyward House has been designated a Registered National Historic Landmark under the provisions of the Historic Sites Act of August 21, 1935. This site possesses exceptional value in commemorating or illustrating the history of the United . . . — — Map (db m50797) HM
In the 1780s, it was owned
and occupied by
Dr. George Hahnbaum,
physician to the German
fusiliers and later a
founder of the Medical
Society of South Carolina.
The trajectory of a cannon
ball can be traced through the
timbers of . . . — — Map (db m47970) HM
One of the few houses built about 1743 remaining in Charleston. It has the thick walls and finely paneled rooms typical of the period. The land on which it stands, granted in 1692, is in the area then known as White Point, bordering Vander Horst . . . — — Map (db m47612) HM
John Harth, planter and lumber merchant, built this handsome house at his lumber yards, then at the end of the south bay, in 1797. In 1816, he sold the house to Henry Augustus Middleton, who enlarged it, and whose family continued to own it until . . . — — Map (db m39312) HM
[Upper Marker]:
During
His Visit
to Charleston
May 1791
the Guest of the Citizens
President
George Washington
Was Entertained in This House
————— ————— . . . — — Map (db m50452) HM
Built Circa 1820
Originally this area was Limehouse farmland. The small scale and sturdy appearance denote that it is older than its neighbors. The bold colonade of piazza columns give the house dignity and permanence.
The exceptionally fine . . . — — Map (db m48870) HM
Standing on land bought from Robert Tradd, which was part of lot 60 of "Grand Modell" of 1672. Early Georgian house built by Jacob Motte, prominent Huguenot and one time royal treasurer of province. Original paneling from second floor living room is . . . — — Map (db m39320) HM
This property, originally known as Town Lot Number 54 of the Grand Modell of Charles Town, was granted by the Lords Proprietors to William Jones March 23, 1682. In 1808, the property was purchased by John Cordes Prioleau, a wealthy planter. Madame . . . — — Map (db m27461) HM
Architect - Builder - Owner
c. 1772 Georgian period Built of
Cypress, Charleston single
house design. Drawing room
Mantle by Thomas Elfe.
Quarters for British
junior officers of Clinton's
and Cornwallis staffs.
Legends: . . . — — Map (db m47766) HM
First granted to Thomas Rose by the Lords Proprietors in 1681 and delineated as Lot 64 of the Grand Modell, this lot was part of the early walled city of Charleston. A brick house was initially built on the property that survived the fire of 1740 . . . — — Map (db m47632) HM
Built on Lot No. 213
as shown on the
"Grand Model"
was owned and
occupied in the
late 18th century
by John McKee,
early Charleston
brick mason. — — Map (db m47966) HM
1774 A Private Residence
The builder of this outstanding handsome
"single" house was a native of Scotland,
an eminent merchant of Charleston, and
a provincial lay judge who helped to open
the Revolution by resisting the Stamp Act.
His . . . — — Map (db m47950) HM
Outstanding example of Georgian architecture in America. Built between 1765 and 1769 by Miles Brewton, Revolutionary patriot, with designs of Ezra Waite, architect. Inherited 1775 by Brewtons sister, Rebecca Motte, Revolutionary heroine, in whose . . . — — Map (db m47969) HM
Nathaniel Russell House
has been designated a
National
Historic Landmark
This site possesses national significance
in commemorating the history of the
United States of America
1974
National Park Service
United States . . . — — Map (db m39319) HM
This building is one of America's finest crafted Italianate structures.
First opened in 1853 as State Bank of South Carolina, it has survived Bombardment, Hurricanes and a Major Earthquake, and Twice been restored along its original plans - . . . — — Map (db m19668) HM
In the 18th century the wharves along this area of the Cooper River served as a center of Charleston's important shipping industry, playing a vital role in the city's economic growth until early in the 20th century.
North Adger's Wharf was . . . — — Map (db m47927) HM
Isacc Parker built the original house about 1800 when the waterside of the Ashley River lay along the garden. Colonel William Drayton greatly enlarged the house after 1816, and decorated in the Adam style from 1837 to 1899. Home of the notable . . . — — Map (db m50240) HM
Built circa 1720 for
Colonel Robert Brewton
wealthy wharf owner and
provincial powder receiver.
One of the earliest fine
examples of a
single house.
[Plaque]
Robert Brewton House
Has Been Designated a
Registered . . . — — Map (db m47642) HM
Simmons-Edwards House has been designated a National Historic Landmark. This site possesses national significance in commemorating the history of the United States of America. — — Map (db m48217) HM
143 Tradd Street
Has Been placed on the
National Register
Of Historic Places
By The United States
Department of the Interior
c. 1797 — — Map (db m48176) HM
This Georgian double-tenement is located on part of lot number 60 of the Grand Modell, a city plan developed between 1670-1680. Lot number 60 was granted originally to Robert Tradd, after whose family Tradd Street is named. The property was . . . — — Map (db m39323) HM
Property granted to Sir Francis Salters, originally included Nos. 51 and 51-1/2 South Battery. In 1760, Col. James English built this single English style house with kitchen and servants building at 51-1/2. Old sea wall runs across rear of property. . . . — — Map (db m48159) HM
Charleston shipbuilder George Ducat constructed this two-story Charleston single house shortly after purchasing the property in 1739. The house is a rare surviving example of a Charleston residence constructed partly of Bermuda stone, a coral . . . — — Map (db m39324) HM
The John Blake House was constructed circa 1800 by Blake, a captain in the Continental Army, member of the South Carolina General Assembly, and president of the Bank of South Carolina. The Blake House is constructed of cypress and heart pine on a . . . — — Map (db m39311) HM
This notable three and one half story single house is situated on lot number 233 of the Grand Modell as granted by the Lords Proprietors in 1694. This remains one of the largest residential lots in the city. The present house was built by the . . . — — Map (db m48056) HM
Through recently discovered documents and maps found in Scotland and the Netherlands, a Seafarer's Tavern was on this site in or around 1686.
Located on Charleston's working waterfront for three centuries, it has had many names: The Tavern . . . — — Map (db m47975) HM
Constructed circa 1740 by William Vanderhorst, this three story stuccoed masonry structure is considered one of the earliest examples of Charleston single house. A notable aspect of the building is the absence of a piazza, a development found in . . . — — Map (db m39326) HM
This Georgian style residence, attributed to architect and master builder Thomas Lee, was built for Colonial Judge Thomas Lamboll c. 1739. The current Greek Revival piazzas were added c. 1845. The Lamboll Lands included numerous holdings in an area . . . — — Map (db m48151) HM
Handsome Georgian style house built by a prosperous Huguenot merchant. An outstanding example of an early Charleston single house well adapted to the narrow lot purchased in 1752. In 1816 an adjacent house was demolished to provide space for the . . . — — Map (db m50453) HM
In 1680, Town Lot No. 61 was granted by the Lords Proprietors to Elizabeth Willis, and in 1701 was deeded to William Elliott. This notable early Georgian house replaced a smaller house on the premises, and was built by Thomas Rose soon after his . . . — — Map (db m47625) HM
Timothy Ford, a native of Morristown, New Jersey, Princeton educated attorney who as a youth served in the American Revolution, built this fine Charleston single house in the Adamesque style. Ford entertained the Marquis de Lafayette here on the . . . — — Map (db m39318) HM
Anthony Toomer, a master builder, Revolutionary Patriot, member of the South Carolina General Assembly and Officer in the Charleston Battalion of Artillery, built this two story frame house and afterwards left it to his daughter, Mrs. Daniel . . . — — Map (db m48287) HM
Entered on the National Register of
Historic Places
August 13, 1974
U.S. Post Office and Courthouse
Charleston, South Carolina
John H. Devereux
Architect 1896
This property significantly contributes to the . . . — — Map (db m27449) HM
Distinguished for Achievement as Stationers, Book Binders, and Printers, Since its founding in 1821 by John C. Walker. Appointed Lithographers and Printers to The Confederate Government in 1861. The company in this building produced stamps, Bank . . . — — Map (db m19667) HM
Has Been Designated a
National
Historic Landmark
This Site Possesses National Significance
in Commemorating the History of the
United States of America
1970
National Park Service
United States Department of the . . . — — Map (db m48190) HM
This three-story, stucco-over brick building was constructed circa 1770 on Town Lot No. 60 of the Grand Modell of Charles Town by merchant and planter William Harvey. It was the western half of a double tenement (18th century term denoting rental . . . — — Map (db m39314) HM
The builder of this tenement, William Mills, was born in Dundee, Scotland, and became a prosperous tailor and planter in Charleston. He was the father of Robert Mills, pupil of Thomas Jefferson and America's first native professionally trained . . . — — Map (db m50481) HM
Outstanding example of Romantic Greek Revival style, adapted to Charleston climate. Outwardy of dignified classic proportions, interior is richly decorated in eclectic manner but on a livable scale. Standing on 5 lots from the original Robert . . . — — Map (db m49249) HM
“We dont own any land and we dont own any house. God has given it to us in trust, to make into something better during our lifetime.” – Ferdinanda Waring, upon selling this property to the state. Ferdinanda Legare . . . — — Map (db m67931) HM
Built in part in 1706, the year the Church of England was established here by law. Enlarged 1723. Burned out and re-built 1764. Scene of early missionary work among the Negroes. — — Map (db m242440) HM
Built as a suburban villa by a member of the wealthy Vanderhorst family, owners of much of Kiawah Island, the stuccoed brick house stands two stories above a raised basement and has a piazza approached on the main floor by a double, semicircular, . . . — — Map (db m51345) HM
Welcome to Camden Tower Courtyard. The two towers that flank this entrance and the two former warehouses along the walkway are associated with Camden Depot, built in the 1850s. The former depot is part of the William Aiken House and Associated . . . — — Map (db m30012) HM
The Marshlands House was built by
John Ball on his Cooper River rice
plantation. In 1901 Marshlands was
sold to the U,S. Navy for the shipyard.
Threatened with demolition, the home was
barged to its present location in 1961.
The Federalist . . . — — Map (db m30630) HM
In 1847, Charles Jugnot and Oliver Hillard, owners of Mount Pleasant Ferry Company, developed a picnic ground in a grove of live oaks, called Horts Grove. They built the first Alhambra as a summer retreat and dance hall overlooking Charleston . . . — — Map (db m36680) HM
(Front): Hibben House A 1777 map shows a house on this property owned by Jacob Motte, Charleston City Treasurer. His 67 acre plantation called Mount Pleasant provided the name for the present town. James Hibben purchased the land in 1803. . . . — — Map (db m36687) HM
Laing School located here from 1868 to 1953 was founded in 1866 by Cornelia Hancock, a Quaker who had served as a nurse with the Union Army during the Civil War. First housed in Mount Pleasant Presbyterian Church, Laing Industrial School was . . . — — Map (db m39428) HM
In 1899, the Patjens family built this small office adjacent to their store on Church Street, to serve as the post office in Mount Pleasant. The Patjens family served as postmasters until 1917. Patjens Post Office has been owned and maintained by . . . — — Map (db m37814) HM
The Charleston Naval Hospital Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in
2010. The 32 buildings and structures that comprise the district represent two periods of development
at the Naval Base that closely relate . . . — — Map (db m67140) HM
The Charleston Navy Yard Historic District contains 57
contributing structures and was listed on the National
Register of Historic Places in 2006. Construction of the Navy
Yard began in 1901 as a response to the emergence of the
United States as . . . — — Map (db m66756) HM
This Building was built in 1915 by Horace Brown. It features a crenellated parapet with stone coping and Tudor design concrete panels. The storefront retains its original Tudor arches at the entrances. This three-story brick building once housed The . . . — — Map (db m210056) HM
This 1908 structure opened as a meeting hall; and served as Becker's Bakery from 1929-1936. In Nov. 1936, a stage and screen were added, becoming home to the Cherokee Theater, hosting musical talent that passed through Gaffney. In 1970, the facility . . . — — Map (db m210091) HM
This Classical Revival building, built in 1913-14 and designed by Arthur W. Hamby, was one of 14 public libraries built in S.C. between 1903 and 1916 with funding from Andrew Carnegie and Carnegie Foundation. A 1938 addition compatible to the . . . — — Map (db m7307) HM
This building was built in 1903 by Mr. L. Baker. After the addition of 7 vaults and safes, Merchants and Planters National Bank opened in 1914. Two giant, walk-in, side-by side vaults still to this day operate on a time lock system. This three-story . . . — — Map (db m210093) HM
This building was constructed in 1899 by J.D. Goudelock for the purpose of a hotel. Commercial Hotel opened its doors on July 1, 1900. In 1929, Mace Pennington opened the Majestic Cafe. The cafe was renovated in 1947, installing the huge booths at . . . — — Map (db m210052) HM
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