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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Charleston County, South Carolina

 
Clickable Map of Charleston County, South Carolina and Immediately Adjacent Jurisdictions image/svg+xml 2019-10-06 U.S. Census Bureau, Abe.suleiman; Lokal_Profil; HMdb.org; J.J.Prats/dc:title> https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Usa_counties_large.svg Charleston County, SC (694) Berkeley County, SC (96) Colleton County, SC (48) Dorchester County, SC (49) Georgetown County, SC (111)  CharlestonCounty(694) Charleston County (694)  BerkeleyCounty(96) Berkeley County (96)  ColletonCounty(48) Colleton County (48)  DorchesterCounty(49) Dorchester County (49)  GeorgetownCounty(111) Georgetown County (111)
Charleston is the county seat for Charleston County
Adjacent to Charleston County, South Carolina
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      Dorchester County (49)  
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301 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Eleven - Inch Dahlgren Gun
Near East Battery Street near South Battery Street.
This gun was salvaged from the wreck of the U.S.S. Keokuk. The Keokuk was part of a squadron of Federal ironclad ships that attacked Fort Sumter on April 7, 1863.Map (db m19010) HM
302 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Ernest F. "Fritz" Hollings — Born January 1, 1922, Charleston, SC — Soldier • Lawyer • Statesman • Orator • Author —
Near Meeting Street south of Saint Michaels Alley, on the right when traveling south.
A key figure in state and national political life in the second half of the 20th century. A decorated artillery officer in World War II. Three terms in the South Carolina General Assembly. Lieutenant Governor of South Carolina. Governor at age 36. . . . Map (db m135487) HM
303 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — First Baptist Church — 1682 - 1982
On Church Street, on the left when traveling north.
. . . Map (db m47640) HM
304 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — George Eveleigh House
On Church Street, on the left when traveling north.
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
305 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Harth-Middleton House — c. 1797
On South Battery Street, 0.1 miles west of Legare Street, on the right when traveling west.
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
306 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Heyward-Washington House
On Church Street north of Tradd Street, on the left when traveling north.
[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
307 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Home of Robert Limehouse
On Limehouse Street, on the right when traveling south.
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
308 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Hurricane Hugo
On East Battery St, on the right when traveling north.
On the night of September 21, 1989, Hurricane Hugo struck the South Carolina Lowcountry. During that night winds reached 125 miles per hour and a storm surge of 15 feet swept over nearby McClellanville. The eye of Hugo passed over Charleston at . . . Map (db m19171) HM
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309 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — In Search of the Walled City
On E Bay Street, on the right when traveling north.
Rediscovering the Old Wall The old city wall remained buried and forgotten until traces of Granville Bastion were discovered at 40 East Bay Street in the 1920s. In the 1960s a portion of the Half Moon Battery was discovered in the basement of . . . Map (db m67434) HM
310 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Jacob Motte House — circa 1731
On Tradd Street at Meeting Street, on the right when traveling east on Tradd Street.
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
311 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — James Francis Byrnes — 1879 – 1972
On Meeting Street, on the left when traveling north.
Charlestonian by birth, this great statesman served his country as Congressman (1911-25); Senator (1931-41); Supreme Court Justice (1941-43); Head of WWII Office of Economic Development (1942-43); Director of War Mobilization where he was generally . . . Map (db m68305) HM
312 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — James Verree House — c. 1754
On Church Street, on the right when traveling north.
This Pre-Revolutionary single house is one of a group of three dwellings including 56 and 60 Church Street built c. 1754 by James Verree, a house carpenter. The Verree House was purchased in 1784 by Thomas Heyward, a signer of the Declaration of . . . Map (db m47614) HM
313 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — John Cordes Prioleau House — 68 Meeting Street — circa 1810 —
On Meeting Street at Ropemakers Lane, on the right when traveling north on Meeting Street.
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
314 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — John Fullerton House
On Legare Street, on the right when traveling south.
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
315 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — John McCall House — 66 Church Street — Circa 1784 —
On Church Street, on the right when traveling north.
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
316 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — John McKee House — CC 1796
On King Street, on the left when traveling south.
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
317 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Joseph Verree House — 47 Church Street — circa 1767 —
On Church Street, on the left when traveling north.
Joseph Verree, a prosperous Charleston master carpenter, constructed this two-and-one-half story Georgian single house circa 1767. It occupies the southernmost part of Town Lot No. 77 of the "Grand Modell of Charles Town," the original plan of the . . . Map (db m47613) HM
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318 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Judge J. Waties Waring — (1880-1968)
Near Meeting Street south of Saint Michaels Alley, on the right when traveling south.
Born in Charleston, son of a Civil War veteran. U.S. District Judge 1942-52. Courageous and independent jurist. Issued landmark civil rights decisions, including legendary dissent in Briggs v. Elliott where he declared that “segregation . . . Map (db m135495) HM
319 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Judge Robert Pringle House
On Tradd Street, on the left when traveling east.
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
320 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Laurens - Rutledge House — 117 Broad Street
On Broad Street at Orange Street, on the right when traveling east on Broad Street.
This Georgian style residence was built for James Laurens (1728-1784) by Charleston architect-builders Miller & Fullerton on property once part of Dr. Samuel Carne's 18th century orange garden. Laurens was a Charleston merchant and the brother of . . . Map (db m27467) HM
321 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Major General Charles Cotesworth Pinckney
One of the Founders of the American Republic Born February 25, 1746, Charleston Member of Provincial Assembly 1769 District Attorney General for South Carolina 1773 Member of Provincial Congress 1775 Officer of the Continental Army . . . Map (db m47718) HM
322 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Major Peter Bocquet's House — c.1770
On Broad Street, 0.1 miles east of King Street, on the right when traveling east.
Peter Bocquet the younger built this house shortly after the lot was given to him in July, 1770, by his father Peter Bocquet, senior, a Huguenot immigrant. The younger Bocquet became a major in the Revolutionary forces, a member of the . . . Map (db m27446) HM
323 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Miles Brewton House
On King Street near Ladson Street, on the right when traveling south.
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 Brewton’s sister, Rebecca Motte, Revolutionary heroine, in whose . . . Map (db m47969) HM
324 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Moultrie
On East Battery Street, on the right when traveling south.
(West Face): This Monument represents the high esteem in which all who love freedom hold Charleston's native son, William Moultrie Born November 23, 1730, Moultrie served in the Royal Assembly from 1752 until 1773. He . . . Map (db m221024) HM
325 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Nathaniel Russell House
On Meeting Street, 0.1 miles south of Ford Court, on the right when traveling south.
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
326 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — One Broad Street
On One Broad Street at East Bay Street (U.S. 52 Spur), on the right when traveling west on One Broad Street.
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
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327 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — One North Adger's Wharf — circa 1735-1750
On North Adger's Wharf near Concord Street, on the right when traveling east.
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
328 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Parker Drayton House — circa 1800
On Gibbes Street, on the left when traveling east.
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
329 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity
On Broad Street, on the right when traveling west.
The first meeting of the Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity was held in this building then the home of Simon Fogarty on December 10, 1904. Founded by Simon Fogarty Andrew A. Krogg L. Harry Mixson All natives of Charleston and at the . . . Map (db m47841) HM
330 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Poinsett Tavern — 28 Elliott — circa 1732 —
On Elliott Street, on the right when traveling west.
Elisha Poinsett ———— Builder His descendant, Joel Roberts Poinsett one time Ambassador to Mexico, introduced the Poinsettia to the United StatesMap (db m50482) HM
331 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Poyas-Mordecai House — A Private Residence — c. 1788 —
On Meeting Street, 0.1 miles south of Broad Street, on the left when traveling north.
Dr. Jean Ernest Poyas built this classic Charleston single house in elegant Adamesque style of architecture. It was purchased in 1837 by Moses Cohen Mordecai, an important historic figure, who added the piazzas and connected the main house to the . . . Map (db m27458) HM
332 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Robert Brewton House — Private Residence
On Church Street, on the left when traveling north.
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
333 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Second Bank of the United States
On Broad Street at State Street, on the right when traveling west on Broad Street.
[Top Marker] This Building Erected in 1817 for a branch of the Second Bank of the United States was acquired in 1835, and has been occupied continuously since that date by the Bank of Charleston whose name was changed in . . . Map (db m47784) HM
334 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Section of parapet, or upper portion of the wall
On E Bay Street, on the right when traveling north.
The parapet included embrasures, or splayed cannon openings, designed to provide additional “lines of fire.” Based on the 1739 illustration, each redan was armed with five to seven cannon. This section of brick parapet was pushed into . . . Map (db m67436) HM
335 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Seven - Inch Banded Brooks Rifle
On Murray Boulevard.
This gun was employed in the bombardment of federal troops at Fort Sumter from Fort Johnson on April 12 and 13, 1861.Map (db m47478) HM
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336 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Simmons-Edwards House
On Legare Street.
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
337 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Sir Nathaniel Johnson — Governor of South Carolina — 1703 – 1709 —
On Concord Street near N Adgers Wharf, on the right when traveling north.
Under his direction, Charleston was fortified, thereby making it one of three walled cities in North America, after Quebec, Canada and St. Augustine, Florida. As commander in chief of the armed forces, he successfully defended Charleston against a . . . Map (db m39219) HM
338 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Site of Fort Mechanic
On East Battery Street, 0.1 miles south of Atlantic Street, on the right when traveling south.
So named because local mechanics gave their services for much of its construction. Originally a timber structure built in 1794, during the wars of the French Revolution. It was replaced in 1809 by a fort of masonry. It was garrisoned by United . . . Map (db m39309) HM
339 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Site of St. Andrew's Hall
On Broad Street at Orange Street, on the left when traveling east on Broad Street.
Site of the St. Andrew's Hall Designed by Hugh Smith for the St. Andrew's Society of Charleston, S.C. founded in 1729, the oldest benevolent organization in the State of South Carolina corner stone laid July 4, 1814, building destroyed . . . Map (db m27469) HM
340 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Site of the William Burrows House — 71 Broad Street
On Broad Street east of Meeting Street, on the right when traveling east.
Noted for its elegant architecture and prominent owners, the house was built in 1772 by Justice William Burrows (1727-1781), distinguished jurist, landholder, and member of St. Michael's Church. His son, William Ward Burrows (1758-1805), served . . . Map (db m187614) HM
341 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Sol Blatt, Jr. — (August 20, 1921 – April 20, 2016)
Near Meeting Street south of Saint Michaels Alley, on the right when traveling south.
Native of Barnwell, South Carolina. Only child of South Carolina Speaker of the House, Solomon, and Ethel Blatt. World War II Naval Officer. This esteemed jurist served on the United States District Court in Charleston from 1971-2016 as the . . . Map (db m135488) HM
342 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — 10-5 — St. Michael's Church
On Meeting Street.
Here in the churchyard of St. Michael's lie buried two Signers of the U.S. Constitution Charles Cotesworth Pickney (1746-1825) Lawyer and Legislator Major General, U.S. Army Minister to France Presidential candidate . . . Map (db m19102) HM
343 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — St. Michael's Episcopal Church
On Meeting Street.
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344 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — St. Peter's Episcopal Church Cemetery
On Logan Street, on the right when traveling north.
Church built in 1835 Destroyed by fire 1861 Merged with Christ Church Rutledge Ave. and Sumter St. which was torn down and new St. Peter's built in 1931 Moved to Miles Drive 1973 Map (db m48854) HM
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345 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Stede Bonnet / Richard Worley
On South Battery Street, on the right when traveling east on South Battery Street.
Near this spot in the autumn of 1718, Stede Bonnet, Notorious "Gentleman Pirate", and twenty nine of his men, captured by Colonel William Rhett, met their just deserts after a trial and charge, famous in American history, by Chief Justice Nicholas . . . Map (db m19172) HM
346 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Still On Patrol — USS Amberjack Memorial
On Murray Boulevard east of King Street, on the left when traveling south.
Still On Patrol –– • –– U.S. Navy Submarines paid heavily for their success in World War II. A total of 374 Officers and 3131 men are on board these 52 U.S. Submarines still on "patrol." (relief of submarine firing . . . Map (db m219006) HM
347 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Tabby Seawall Remnants — 18 - 22 Limehouse Street
On Limehouse Street, on the left when traveling south.
A network of seawalls constructed of tabby, a locally made mixture of crushed oyster shells, sand and lime based mortar, was constructed in the 18th and 19th century along the Charleston waterfront. This system of seawalls was constructed to . . . Map (db m48295) HM
348 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Ten - Inch Smooth Bore Columbaid Cannon
On East Battery Street near Murray Boulevard, on the left when traveling north.
This cannon and its mate to the left have been identified as two-thirds of Fort Sumter's "Three Gun Battery" of October, 1863. Map (db m19019) HM
349 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Ten - Inch Smooth Bore Columbaid Cannon
On East Battery Street, on the left when traveling north.
This cannon and its mate to to the right are often referred to as "Confederate Rodmans" due to their resemblance to a much better Federal weapon developed by T.J. Rodman.Map (db m47582) HM
350 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — The Boulevard
On Murray Blvd. near Rutledge Blvd, on the right when traveling south.
[City of Charleston Motto Emblem: Aedes Mores Juraque Curat] (She Guards Her Buildings, Customs, and Laws) To Commemorate The reclamation of 47 acres of mud flats, marsh and water, bounded on the north by Tradd Street and on the east . . . Map (db m39515) HM
351 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — The Bowles - Legare House
On Tradd Street near Greenhill Street, on the right when traveling east.
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
352 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — The Colonel Alexander Hext Tenements — 51-53 Tradd Street — circa 1736 —
On Tradd Street, 0.1 miles east of Meeting Street, on the right when traveling east.
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
353 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — The Colonel James English House — circa 1760
On South Battery near Legare Street.
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
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354 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — The First Presbyterian Church of Charleston — Organized 1731 / Incorporated 1784 — This building dedicated 1814 —
On Meeting Street at Tradd Street, on the right when traveling south on Meeting Street.
Originally founded by twelve Scottish families, it was familiarly known in its early history as the Scots' Kirk. The present church replaced an earlier one, which had been enlarged once before the American Revolution and twice afterwards. . . . Map (db m39315) HM
355 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — The George Ducat House — 56 Tradd Street — circa 1740 —
On Tradd Street, 0.1 miles east of Meeting Street, on the left when traveling east.
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
356 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — The John Blake House — 58 South Battery — circa 1800 —
On South Battery Street at Legare Street, on the right when traveling west on South Battery Street.
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
357 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — The John Fabre Jr. House — 6 Tradd Street — Built ca. 1788 —
On Tradd Street east of Bedons Alley, on the left when traveling east.
This three-story stuccoed brick house was built sometime between 1778, the year of the great fire, and 1788. It stands on part of Lot 7 of the “Grand Modell” within the walled city of Charles Town and was the birthplace of Robert Tradd, who, . . . Map (db m187613) HM
358 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — The Joseph Yates House — 27 Meeting Street — Built ca. 1815 —
On Meeting Street at Ladson Street, on the right when traveling south on Meeting Street.
This three-story Charleston single house was constructed by local merchant and cooper Joseph Yates after he purchased the property in 1810. The dwelling replaced a two-story wooden house that belonged to colonial politician and military leader . . . Map (db m187612) HM
359 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — The Julius L. Lee House — 53 Church Street — Built ca. 1879 —
On Church Street, 0.1 miles south of Tradd Street, on the right when traveling south.
Evidence suggests that this house was built after Julius Lilyestrom Lee purchased the property in 1877 for $1,000 from Mary Gadsden and Susan Gibbes, descendants of Joseph Ball. As early as 1879, Lee and business partner Antonio Nielson based their . . . Map (db m187608) HM
360 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — The Landscape of the Enslaved
On Meeting Street.
The rear work yard of the Nathaniel Russell House was adjacent to the line of dependencies noted on this plat of the property from 1870. The dependencies included the extant kitchen and laundry buildings that was at the center of most domestic . . . Map (db m73183) HM
361 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — The Reverend Paul Trapier Gervais House — circa 1835
On Legare Street, on the right when traveling south.
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
362 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — The Salvaging of this Gun — ( 11 inch Dahlgren )
On East Battery Street near South Battery Street, on the left when traveling north.
was accomplished by the heroic efforts of Adolphus W. and James C. Lacoste and others after engineers of both Federal and Confederate Armies had pronounced it impossible. —— Due to the untiring efforts of Major John Johnson, . . . Map (db m19011) HM
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363 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — The Samuel Wainwright House — CA 1760
On King Street at Tradd Street, on the left when traveling south on King Street.
This advertisement appeared in the S.C. Gazette on 6th Jan., 1784, following Mr. Wainwright's death "On WEDNESDAY the 28th of JANUARY in§t. WILL BE SOLD by Order of the Hon. Cornelius Dupont, E§q. that capital and well known HOUSE, No. 77, . . . Map (db m48059) HM
364 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — 10-76 — The Seizure of the Planter
On East Bay Street (U.S. 52) at Waterside (Harbor Seawall walkway), on the right when traveling north on East Bay Street.
   Early on May 13, 1862, Robert Smalls, an enslaved harbor pilot aboard the Planter, seized the 149-ft. Confederate transport from a wharf just east of here. He and six enslaved crewmen took the vessel before dawn when its captain, . . . Map (db m62069) HM
365 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — The Site of Colleton Bastion
On Meeting Street, on the right when traveling south.
The Plan of Charles Town Prepared by Edward Crisp about 1704, gives the Location of the several Bastions A. Granville B. Craven C. Cartaret D. Colleton E. Ashley F. Blake G. The Half Moon I. Johnson's Cover'd Half Moon L. The . . . Map (db m19231) HM
366 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — The Site of Granville Bastion
On East Bay Street, on the right when traveling south.
The Plan of Charles Town Prepared by Edward Crisp about 1704, gives the location of the several Bastions A. Granville B. Craven C. Cartaret D. Colleton E. Ashley F. Blake G. The Half Moon I. Johnson's Cover'd Half Moon L. The . . . Map (db m19230) HM
367 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — The South Carolina Society
On Meeting Street south of Broad Street, on the right when traveling north.
Founded by French Huguenots September 1, 1737, was incorporated May 1, 1751, by the Provincial General Assembly and the Charter confirmed at the Court of St. James by George II December 20, 1752. To further the Society's activities this Hall and . . . Map (db m27457) HM
368 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — The Tavern
On East Bay Street at Exchange Street, on the right when traveling north on East Bay Street.
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
369 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — The Walled City of Charles Town
On U.S. 52, on the right when traveling north.
In 1670 English men and women established the Carolina settlement at Albemarle Point on the Ashley River, the present-day site of Charles Towne Landing State Park. Ten years later, the settlers moved their town to its location here . . . Map (db m62552) HM
370 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — The William Vanderhorst House — 54 Tradd Street (Postmaster Bacot House) — circa 1740 —
On Tradd Street, 0.1 miles east of Meeting Street, on the left when traveling east.
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
371 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Thirteen - Inch Mortar
On Murray Boulevard.
This mortar and its three mates were first used by Federal troops for the bombardment of Fort Sumter in October, 1863. They may well form the world's largest collection of this type weapon.Map (db m19141) HM
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372 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Thirteen - Inch Mortar
On Murray Boulevard, on the left when traveling east.
This mortar and its three mates were first used by Federal troops for the bombardment of Fort Sumter in October, 1863. They may well form the world's largest collection of this type weapon.Map (db m47473) HM
373 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Thirteen - Inch Mortar
On Murray Boulevard, on the left when traveling east.
This mortar and its three mates were first used by Federal troops for the bombardment of Fort Sumter in October, 1863. They may well form the world's largest collection of this type weapon.Map (db m47474) HM
374 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Thirteen Inch Mortar
On Murray Boulevard, on the left when traveling east.
Thirteen Inch Mortar 1863-1865 Used by Union Army - Siege of Charleston Map (db m19109) HM
375 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — This Building
On Broad Street, 0.1 miles west of Meeting Street, on the left when traveling east.
Erected in the post-Revolutionary period on a part of the land once known as Archdale's Square, was occupied the Charleston branch of the First Bank of the United States prior to 1800. Acquired in 1833 by the Hebrew Orphan Society, it . . . Map (db m27448) HM
376 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Thomas Bee's House — 94 Church Street — circa 1730 —
On Church Street, on the right when traveling north.
Thomas Bee, a leader in the colonial government and a patriot of the Revolution, built this fine house about 1730. A later owner was Governor Joseph Alston and his wife, Theodosia, daughter of Aaron Burr. She was mysteriously lost . . . Map (db m47910) HM
377 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Thomas Heyward, Jr. — House, circa 1803
On Meeting Street at Lamboll Street, on the right when traveling north on Meeting Street.
A South Carolina Signer of the Declaration of Independence Has Been Placed on the National Register of Historic Places By the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m48086) HM
378 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Thomas Lamboll House 19 King Street — Circa 1739
On King Street near Lamboll Street, on the right when traveling south.
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
379 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Thomas Legare House — c. 1759
On Church Street, on the right when traveling north.
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
380 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Thomas Rose's House — c. 1735
On Church Street, on the left when traveling north.
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
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381 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — 10-3 — Thomas Smith — Governor of Carolina — 1693 - 1694 —
On East Bay Street at Longitude Lane, on the left when traveling north on East Bay Street.
Planter, Merchant, Surgeon, arrived in Charles Town in 1684 with his first wife, Barbara Atkins, and sons, Thomas and George. A cacique by 1690, he was created Landgrave by the Lords Proprietors on May 13, 1691. He died in his 46th year on . . . Map (db m19107) HM
382 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Timothy Ford's House — circa 1800 — A Private Residence —
On Meeting Street at Ford Court, on the left when traveling south on Meeting Street.
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
383 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — To the Defenders of Fort Moultrie
On East Battery Street near South Battery Street.
[Front of Monument:] [Upper Plaque:] Second South Carolina Regiment Army of the Revolution Organized June 17, 1775 [Lower Plaque:] “To the Defenders Of Fort Moultrie June The 28th 1776” . . . Map (db m229544) HM
384 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Toomer- Purse House — c. 1796
On Legare Street, on the right when traveling south.
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
385 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — 10-85 — U.S. Courthouse and Post Office / Briggs V. Elliott
On Meeting Street south of Broad Street, on the right when traveling south.
U.S. Courthouse and Post Office (side 1) This Renaissance Revival building, opened in 1896, is notable for its association with U.S. District Judge J. Waties Waring (1880-1968). Waring, a Charleston native who served here 1942 to 1952, . . . Map (db m133659) HM
386 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — U.S. Post Office and Courthouse
On Broad Street at Meeting Street, on the right when traveling east on Broad Street.
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
387 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — USS Hobson Tribute
On King Street (State Highway 104) at Murray Boulevard, on the left when traveling south on King Street.
(Marker Front):To the Glory of God and in Abiding Memory of 176 valiant young men of the United States Navy who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of our country The USS Hobson (DMS 26) sank in less than four minutes as a result of . . . Map (db m19148) HM
388 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — USS Pringle (DD-477)
On E. Battery St..
Launched at Charleston, S.C. on May 2, 1942 Lost to Enemy Action off Okinawa on April 16,1945 In Memoriam Vella Lavella - August 21, 1943 John Villani • Ernest F. Whitehead Mindoro - December 30, 1944 James F. Bennett • . . . Map (db m19170) HM
389 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Walker, Evans & Cogswell Company
On E Bay St..
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
390 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — William Bull's House — c. 1720
On Meeting Street at Ladson Street, on the left when traveling north on Meeting Street.
These lots as shown on the "Grand Modell of Charles Town" were granted in 1696 to Stephen Bull of Ashley Hall and Sheklon. This house, one of the oldest on the city, was built circa 1720 by his son, William Bull, later Lt. Governor of . . . Map (db m48089) HM
391 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — # 70000575 — William Gibbes House
On South Battery.
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
392 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — William Gilmore Simms
On South Battery Street near East Battery Street.
William Gilmore Simms 1806 - 1879 Author, Journalist, HistorianMap (db m19169) HM
393 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — William Harvey House — 58 Meeting Street — circa 1770 —
On Meeting Street at Tradd Street, on the left when traveling south on Meeting Street.
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
394 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — William Mills Tenement — c. 1801
On Elliott Street, on the right when traveling west.
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
395 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — William Pinckney Shingler House — C- 1856
On Limehouse Street, on the right when traveling south.
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
396 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, South of Broad — Young-Johnson House — c. 1770
On Church Street, on the left when traveling north.
"Tradition of American Revolution" written in this house.Map (db m47590) HM
397 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, The Citadel — CPT Christopher James Kenny — The Citadel
On Jenkins Avenue, 0.2 miles north of Jones Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
. . . Map (db m242663) WM
398 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, The Citadel — Lt. Frank Elwood Bloomenshine and Lt. James Futrell Exley — The Citadel
On Avenue of Remembrance, 0.1 miles west of Lee Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
In Memoriam Lt. Frank Elwood Bloomenshine Inf, US Army, Aug. 25, 1950 Lt. James Futrell Exley Inf, US Army, Apr. 5, 1951 Class of 1949 Killed in Action — Republic of South Korea Comrades true, born anew Brave . . . Map (db m242659) WM
399 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, The Citadel — LTC Charles “Chad” H. Buehring — The Citadel
On Lee Avenue at Jones Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Lee Avenue.
In Memory of LTC Charles “Chad” H. Buehring USA ‘85 The Class of 1985 KIA - Oct. 26, 2023 Operation Iraqi Freedom Map (db m242654) WM
400 South Carolina, Charleston County, Charleston, West Ashley — “Brave & Happy Settlements” — Charles Towne, 1670-80
Near Old Town Plantation Road.
You are on the site of the settlement of Charles Towne. In this place, Native Americans, English, Africans and Barbadians came together to create the first successful English colony in Carolina. Interacting with each other and the land, these . . . Map (db m67877) HM

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