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Welcome to the Charleston Regional Business Journal’s Newcomer’s Guide to Charleston The Charleston Regional Business Journal is THE region’s business newspaper and information portal serving senior level business executives in the Charleston region. In addition to the newspaper, the Business Journal covers the region’s business activity with a daily e-mail, the Daily Journal, and print supplements: Book of Lists, Profiles in Business, Market Facts, Luxury Living and the Event Planning Guide. The Business Journal also produces the region’s premier business networking events: Roaring 20, Forty Under 40, Innovators, The Power Breakfast Series, Health Care Heroes and Influential Women in Business. The Business Journal is published by SC Biz News LLC, based in Mount Pleasant, just across the Cooper River from historic downtown Charleston. SC Biz News also publishes SCBIZ, a quarterly magazine focused on business and economic development across South Carolina; the Columbia Regional Business Report; and GSA Business, both biweekly newspapers. For more information, visit www.scbiznews.com or www.charlestonbusiness.com to subscribe today!
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ow that you have made the Charleston region your home, it’s time to explore! There are endless options for you and your family to discover the charms of the Lowcountry and become immersed in the area’s progressive Southern culture. As you have probably already discovered, the Charleston region is full of life, history and opportunity. On the surface, the region’s beauty is impossible to ignore. In fact, it’s probably one of the many reasons you chose to live here. Rivers serenely wind through scenic marshlands. Historic buildings are shaded by grand live oaks draped in Spanish moss. There are a lot of advantages to living in an area that’s easy on the eyes, whether you’ve set down roots in Summerville, Charleston, Mount Pleasant or somewhere in between. But much deeper than Charleston’s beauty is its history, which dates back to 1670 when the first English settlers arrived and established Charles Towne on the banks of the Ashley River. As a favorite destination for travelers, the Charleston region proudly celebrates its history and the people who have helped shape the area into what it is today. In addition, quality of life is something each community takes seriously. Schools are a high priority. New pedestrianand family-friendly neighborhoods are being built that mix seamlessly with established neighborhoods. There are also abundant opportunities to experience arts, culture, outdoor recreation, shopping, even dining and nightlife. So, we encourage you to get out and get to know your new town and your new neighbors. We’re certainly glad you’re here. Welcome home.
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3 Introduction to Charleston 6 Education in the Lowcountry 10 Higher Education 14 T aking Care 17 E conomic Outlook 44 Sports & Recreation in the Lowcountry 46 Tee Time 48 Dining Out 51 Places to Stay 54 Ar ts Abound 58 Attractions & Tours 62 Da y Trips 64 Calendar of Events 66 Quick Links 70 Map 72 Ne wcomer Information
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18 Living in Historic Charleston 20 Living in Mount Pleasant 22 Living on the Isle of Palms & Sullivan’s Island 24 Living in North Charleston 26 Living in West Ashley 28 Living on James Island & Folly Beach 32 Living on Johns Island 34 Living on Kiawah & Seabrook islands 36 Living on Daniel Island 38 Living in Berkeley County 40 Living in Summerville
General Manager James A. Molnar
Director of Business Development Mark Wright
CEO and Publisher Grady Johnson
Creative Director Larry Preslar, SPARK Publications
Vice President of Sales Steve Fields
Managing Editor Andy Owens
Intro is published by SC Biz News LLC. The entire contents of this publication are copyright 2009 by SC Biz News LLC with all rights reserved. Any reproduction or use of the content within this publication without permission is prohibited. For advertising information, contact James Molnar at 843-849-3146 or jmolnar@scbiznews.com.
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Why use SCJobMarket.com? SCJobMarket.com is an Internet recruiting Web site devoted to connecting local candidates with local employers. Currently, we have over 135,000 unique site visitors a month and over18,000 active job seekers registered.
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EDUCATION IN THE LOWCOUNTRY
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harleston area schools are making gains as more emphasis is put on achieving and improving in the 140-plus schools in the tri-county area. Testing performance across the region continues to improve, as do graduation rates.
Charleston County The Charleston County school district runs up and down 1,000 square miles of the coast and includes a range of schools from urban to rural. Ther e are about 42,500 students in the system for the 2008-2009 school year. Students are spread out among 81 schools, including 11 magnet schools and eight charter schools. The district has about 5,500 employees and is the fourth-largest employer in the region. In spring 2008, the district implemented a three-year plan, Charleston Achieving Excellence, to focus on three goals: elevating the achievement of all students, closing the achievement gap between groups and increasing the graduation rate. Within this past year, the district has already begun to see the benefits of the plan, as test scores for grades 3-8 soared to the highest they’ve ever been in English and math. The district has expanded its support of child health and nutrition, literacy and arts and music. The district received the most Palmetto Gold and Silver awards of the 85 public school districts in South Carolina. The awards, created in 1998, are based on improvement and performance. Wando High, Charleston School of the Arts and Belle Hall El-
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ementary were among the 26 Charleston schools that received an award for the 2007-2008 school year. An emphasis on creating a collegeoriented culture begins in the early grades. The district’s overall graduation rate increased 11% during the 2007-2008 school year, Advanced Placement scores went up and students’ scores on the ACT were the highest in 11 years. Students in the district were awarded more than $42 million in scholarships in the 2007-2008 school year.
Berkeley County Berkeley County schools continue to grow as more and more people move to the area. There are 38 schools in the district, with a new elementary school slated to open in August 2009 in Summerville near the brand new Cane Bay High School. More than 27,800 students are enrolled in the district that has 2,261 teachers and administrators. More than 61% of the teachers have Master’s degrees and above, and the teachers have an average of 13 years of experience. The district also just welcomed a new superintendent, Tony Parker, who came from North Carolina and took over in January 2008. The district has several programs in place that ensure children from age 4 until college don’t fall through the cracks. LEAP, the district’s summer reading program, serves more than 1,500 elementary and middle school students. The Child Development Education Pilot Program has expanded to include more than 600 4-year-olds in full-day programs. Programs like the Making Middle Grades Work and High Schools That Porter-Gaud School.
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Schools
Dorchester County Dorchester County, which includes Summerville, part of North Charleston and several smaller towns, is one of the fastest-growing areas in the area. It is divided up into two school districts: District Two, which mainly serves the
Summerville area; and District Four, which mainly serves the more rural areas out past Summerville. District Two serves about 20,400 students around the Summerville area, and it continues to add about 900 students each year to its 21 schools. It has more than 600 business partnerships that provide mentoring, donations and school projects, and 3,500 school volunteers. Both its average SAT and ACT scores sit above the state-wide average. Summerville High School is the largest high school in that district with 3,366 students enrolled in 2007. The boys’ basketball team and the wrestling team took home state championship rights for their divisions in 2007-2008. Ashley Ridge High just opened in August 2008 and will alleviate crowding at Summerville High and Fort Dorchester High with a capacity for 1,800 students. District Four has 2,328 students in five schools that serve the Saint George and surrounding areas, including Woodland High, Saint George Middle and HarleyvilleRidgeville Elementary.
PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICTS Berkeley County School District P.O. Box 608, Moncks Corner 843-899-8600, www.berkeley.k12.sc.us
Charleston County School District 75 Calhoun St., Charleston 843-937-6300, www.ccsdschools.com
Dorchester County District II 102 Greenwave Blvd., Summerville 843-873-2901, www.dorchester2.k12.sc.us
Dorchester County District IV 500 Ridge St., St. George 843-563-4535, www.dorchester4.k12.sc.us Photo Courtesy of Charleston County School District
Work have helped decrease the dropout rates, and four-year graduation plans are developed with each eighth grade student to carry them through high school in relevant ways. Hanahan Elementary, for kindergarten through fourth grade, has a school-wide reading program, as well as a gifted curriculum for third and fourth-grade students. Every classroom has SMART board technology and at least three networked computers as part of the school’s technology plan. Stratford High in Goose Creek is the largest high school in the district with about 2,400 students. It also has strong parent involvement and the Parents Teachers and Students Association continues to experience growth in membership.
CHARTER SCHOOLS Charleston Development Academy 233 Line St. Charleston, SC 29413 843-722-2689 www.charlestondevelopmentacademy.org K-6
East Cooper Montessori Charter School 250 Ponsbury Road Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-216-2883 www.montessoricharterschool.com 1-8
Greg Mathis Charter High School 7555 N. Spartan Blvd. North Charleston, SC 29420 843-207-8309 9-12
James Island Charter High School 1000 Fort Johnson Road Charleston, SC 29412 843-762-2754 www.jamesislandcharterhs.org 9-12
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Orange Grove Elementary Charter School 3795 Spruill Ave. Charleston, SC 29405 843-763-1520 http://orangegrove.ccsdschools.com K-5
Susan G. Boykin Academy 4951 Rivers Ave. North Charleston, SC 29406 843-744-8882 K-6
Sea Island Youthbuild 2872 Azalea Drive North Charleston, SC 29405 843-577-1611 www.youthbuildcharterschool.org Ages 16-21
A performance at one of Charleston County’s public schools.
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PRIVATE SCHOOLS Addleston Hebrew Academy 1639 Wallenberg Blvd. Charleston, SC 29407 843-571-1105, www.addlestone.org PreK-8
Archibald Rutledge Academy 1011 Old Cemetery Road McClellanville, SC 29458 843-887-3323, www.archibaldrutledgeacademy.com Pre-K-12
Ashley Hall 172 Rutledge Ave. Charleston, SC 29403 843-722-4088, www.ashleyhall.org Coed ages 2-4/all girls for K-12
Bishop England High School
Coastal Shores Christian Preschool
The Oaks Christian School
8310 Dorchester Road North Charleston, SC 29418 843-552-0624 www.coastalshoresbaptistchurch.com/preschool K2-K5
505 Gahagan Road Summerville, SC 29485 843-875-7667, www.oakschristianschool.org K3-8
Daniel Island Academy
361 Egypt Road Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-881-9967, www.palmettochristianacademy.org Pre-K5-11
300 Seven Farms Drive Charleston, SC 29492 843-971-5961, www.danielislandacademy.com 12 mo.-Pre-School 5 year olds
Divine Redeemer Catholic School 1104 Fort Drive Hanahan, SC 29410 843-553-1521, www.divineredeemerschool.com K4-8
Faith Christian School
363 Seven Farms Drive Charleston, SC 29492 843-849-9599, www.behs.com
337 Farmington Road Summerville, SC 29483 843-873-8464, www.faithchristiansc.org K3-12
Blessed Sacrament School
Ferndale Baptist School
7 St. Teresa Drive Charleston, SC 29407 843-766-2128, www.scbss.org K4-8
Cathedral Academy 3790 Ashley Phosphate Road North Charleston, SC 29418 843-760-2626, www.cathedralacademy.com K4-12
Charles Towne Montessori School 56 Leinbach Drive Charleston, SC 29407 843-571-1140, www.charlestownemontessori.org Ages 6 months-12 years old
Charleston Catholic School 888 King St. Charleston, SC 29403 843-577-4495, www.charlestoncatholic.com K4-8
Charleston Christian School 2234 Plainview Road Charleston, SC 29414 843-556-4480, www.charlestonchristian.org K4-8
Charleston Collegiate School 2024 Academy Drive Johns Island, SC 29455 843-559-5506, www.charlestoncollegiate.org PS-12
Charleston Day School 15 Archdale St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-377-0315, www.charlestondayschool.org
Christ Our King-Stella Maris School 1183 Russell Drive Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-884-4721, www.coksm.org Pre-K-8
Coastal Christian Preparatory School 681 McCants Drive Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-884-3663, www.coastalchristian.org 3K-12
4870 Piedmont Ave. North Charleston, SC 29406 843-744-3307 (elementary) 843-554-0535 (high school) www.ferndalebaptist.org/school K4-12
First Baptist Church School of Charleston 48 Meeting St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-722-6646, www.fbschool.org Pre-K3-12
James Island Christian School 15 Crosscreek Drive Charleston, SC 29412 843-795-1762, www.jics.org K4-12
Mason Preparatory School 56 Halsey Blvd. Charleston, SC 29401 843-723-0664, www.masonprep.org
Montessori School of Mount Pleasant 414 Whilden St. Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-884-1117, www.mmpschool.com Pre-K-K
Nativity School 1125 Pittsford Circle Charleston, SC 29412 843-795-3975, www.nativity-school.com K4-8
New Israel Christian School 69 Simons St. Charleston, SC 29403 843-723-9200 K-8
Palmetto Christian Academy
Palmetto Montessori P.O. Box 1948 Johns Island, SC 29457 843-722-4339, www.palmettomontessori.com Pre-school
Pinewood Preparatory School 1114 Orangeburg Road Summerville, SC 29483 843-873-1643, www.pinewoodprep.com Pre-K4-12
Porter-Gaud School 300 Albemarle Road Charleston, SC 29407 843-556-3620, www.portergaud.edu K-12
Riverbend Christian Academy 7035 Dorchester Road North Charleston, SC 29418 843-552-2357, www.riverbendchristian.org K2-12th
St. John’s Christian Academy 204 West Main St. Moncks Corner, SC 29461 843-761-8539, www.sjcacavaliers.com Pre-K3-12
St. Paul’s Academy 5139 Gibson Road Hollywood, SC 29449 843-889-2702, www.stpaulsacademy.org Pre-K-12
Summerville Catholic School 226 Black Oak Blvd. Summerville, SC 29485 843-873-9310, www.summervillecatholic.org K4-8
Trident Academy 1455 Wakendaw Road Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-884-7046, www.tridentacademy.com K5-12
Trinity Montessori School 1293 Orange Grove Road Charleston, SC 29407 843-556-6686, www.trinitymontessori.com Pre-K3-6
Northside Christian School 7800 Northside Drive North Charleston, SC 29420 843-797-2690, www.northsideministries.com/ncs Pre-K3-12
Northwood Academy 2263 Otranto Road North Charleston, SC 29406 843-572-0940, www.northwoodacademy.com Pre-K-12
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hether you are a collegebound student, a college football fanatic, an employee or a resident interested in lectures and continuing education opportunities, there’s a good chance you will find what you are looking for in South Carolina’s higher education system. Enrollment has been on the rise in recent years. In the fall of 2006, 214,363 students were enrolled in South Carolina’s public and independent two- and four-year institutions. Tha t number was up 11% from 2001.
South Carolina is home to 61 institutions of higher learning, including:
13 four-year and 20 two-year public institutions.
23 four-year and three two-year private institutions.
Two private professional schools, including the Charleston School of Law.
Four two-year regional campuses of the University of South Carolina. 16 technical colleges. 28 independent institutions including: 24 senior independent institutions. Three two-year independent institutions.
16 for-profit and nonprofit private institutions.
Founded in 1770, the College of Charleston is the city’s oldest institution. It is a nationally-recognized public liberal arts and sciences university located in the heart of historic Charleston. Students attend class in centuriesold buildings, and many spend their evenings working as waiters and bartenders — or peddling tourists around in rickshaws. Because of both their work ethic and spending power, the students are a vital part of Charleston’s thriving hospitality industry. The Citadel is another college with deep roots in Charleston. It’s not uncommon to spot a “knob” walking the Lowcountry’s streets. The freshman class is easily identified by the men’s shaved heads that resemble doorknobs — hence the nickname. A few dozen women also attend the military college, although females were not allowed until 1996. The Class of 2011 originally included 657 men and 53 women. The school is unique because it offers a classic military education described as “intense, meaningful and academically strong.” It differs from the nation’s traditional military schools because students are not required to join the service upon graduation. The Medical University of South Carolina is one of the area’s premier hospitals and includes a strong teaching component. Its specialty degree The Citadel.
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Colleges Charleston School of Law 81 Mary St./P.O. Box 535 Charleston, SC 29402 843-329-1000 www.charlestonlaw.org
Charleston Southern University 9200 University Blvd. Charleston, SC 29423 843-863-7000 www.csuniv.edu
College of Charleston 66 George St. Charleston, SC 29424 843-953-5500 www.cofc.edu
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 101 West Hill Blvd., Building 221 Charleston AFB, SC 29404 843-767-8912 www.erau.edu/charleston
Limestone College 4500 Leeds Ave., Suite 208 Charleston, SC 29405 843-745-1100 ext 223 www.limestone.edu
MUSC (Medical Univ. of South Carolina) 171 Ashley Ave. Charleston, SC 29425 843-792-2300 www.musc.edu Photo Courtesy of MUSC
Southern Illinois University Carbondale 101 West Hill Blvd., Building 221, Room 128 Charleston AFB, SC 843-552-7320 www.wed.siu.edu
Southern Wesleyan University 4055 Faber Place Drive, Suite 301 North Charleston, SC 29405 843-747-4736 www.swu.edu/ags
The Art Institute of Charleston 24 North Market St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-727-3500 www.artinstitutes.edu/charleston
The Citadel 171 Moultrie St. Charleston, SC 29409 843-225-3294 www.citadel.edu
Troy University 1064 Gardner Road, Suite 211 Charleston, SC 29407 843-402-9938 www.troy.edu
Webster University North Charleston Campus 5300 International Blvd., Building B North Charleston, SC 29418 843-760-1324 www.webster.edu/southcarolina/char
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programs include dental, graduate studies, medicine, nursing and pharmacy. It is also one of the region’s largest employers and the research conducted there is a vital part of the region’s high-tech biomedical industry. The Charleston School of Law is a private institution located in downtown Charleston. The school was founded in 2003, but like most things in this city, it is steeped in history. In November 1825, a group of Charleston attorneys petitioned the S.C. General Assembly for a charter institution. The following year, the Forensic Club started offering law lectures, beginning the Southeast’s earliest law school. In 2002, prominent Charleston judges and attorneys set out to establish a law school that would continue the 19th
century club’s tradition. The school earned accreditation in 2006 and graduated its first class the following year. The Charleston region is also home to several technical colleges that offer a host of two-year degrees and trade certifications. This includes Trident Technical College, the region’s largest two-year school. Students also have the option of attending satellite campuses for specialty training, such as Embry Riddle Aeronautical University located at the Charleston Air Force Base. Charleston is also home to the American College of the Building Arts, which trains students in historical building trades such as ironwork or plaster. The Lowcountry Graduate Center in North Charleston is an organization
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that formed to help working professionals gain advanced degrees through collabration between the state’s colleges and universities. But despite myriad choices, South Carolina, like many states, is at a crossroads when it comes to higher education. Many exciting programs are under way here, including the South Carolina Centers for Economic Excellence program. The state recently created the Centers of Economic Excellence program to provide incentives for the state’s research universities to raise capital from private sources to fund endowments for specialized research professorships. The professorships serve a
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unique role in helping cultivate critical public-private industrial partnerships and expanding the state’s knowledge base. At the same time, South Carolina is grappling with decreasing state funds and increased tuition costs. Without money for new facilities, demand in the coming years may outstrip capacity. And schools are constantly challenged with training students for the evolving high-tech industry. The good news is that university officials and lawmakers spend countless hours studying, debating and creating innovative ways to advance higher learning in South Carolina — without putting the financial burden on students and their families.
The state’s colleges and universities — including many in the Lowcountry — offer a competitive education to traditional and returning students. They also help fuel the local economy by serving as some of the area’s largest employers, by luring students and families to town, and in their relationships with the community and businesses. The Lowcountry’s institutions of higher learning are — and will continue to be — a major part of the cultural fabric of this region. For more information on higher education institutions in South Carolina, visit the S.C. Commission on Higher Education at www.che.sc.gov.
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HEALTH CARE
Photo Courtesy of Roper St. Francis Healthcare
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harleston stands on the cutting edge when it comes to medicine. The area is home to several major hospitals and numerous nursing homes, assisted living facilities, specialty clinics and rehabilitation services. At the end of 2006, medical offices occupied more than 1.9 million square feet of space in the greater Charleston region. There are over 2,000 licensed physicians practicing in Charleston, Dorchester and Berkeley counties. If you find yourself in need of medical care, your options in the Lowcountry are plentiful. The same could be said if you are looking for a job in a health care-related field. The medical industry is a strong economic driver and major employer. The area’s four biggest hospitals — Roper St. Francis, the Medical University of South Carolina, Trident Health System and East Cooper Medical Center — employ more than 15,000 workers. The Medical University is Charleston County’s largest employer, with a staff of about 10,000. Charleston’s health care industry has experienced a growth spurt in recent years as the population expands and ages. That trend is only likely to increase as the baby
boomer generation grows older and seeks Charleston’s warmer climate. Like every industry, health care has been impacted by recent economic woes. But it has been more insulated than most other businesses and is poised to expand in the region in the coming years. Millions of dollars worth of expansion projects are slated for the tricounty area and some are already under way. Where the medical industry in Charleston was historically cloistered in downtown Charleston, a recent trend among hospitals is to sprawl into suburban areas to provide patient care closer to home. Both Trident Health System and Roper St. Francis are seeking permission from the state to build Berkeley County’s first in-patient hospital. The
Top left: Trident Medical Center. Top Middle: Medical University of South Carolina. Top Right: Newborn and a nurse at Roper Hospital. Bottom: Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital.
S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control, the state’s health regulatory agency, must sign off on all new hospital construction projects to regulate overgrowth of the industry. But so far, the agency has agreed that the newly-proposed projects are necessary to meet future demand. In 2008, Roper broke ground on a hospital expansion project in northern Mount Pleasant that it expects to open in 2010. East Cooper Hospital, based in Mount Pleasant, is also expanding its existing campus by an additional 55 acres and will open it the same year.
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18 Locations in the Lowcountry
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Your Family Doctor... in the Neighborhood EXTENDED CARE CLINIC 2550 Elms Center Road N. Charleston, SC 29406 (843) 572-7727
GUM STREET OFFICE 412 N. Gum Street Summerville, SC 29483 (843) 873-1720
PINE STREET OFFICE 300 West 4th North Street Summerville, SC 29483 (843) 873-0202
APPIAN OFFICE 5325 Appian Way Charleston, SC 29420 (843) 552-0400
HANAHAN OFFICE 1254 Yeamans Hall Road Hanahan, SC 29418 (843) 554-8312
SPRINGHALL OFFICE 110-A Springhall Drive Goose Creek, SC 29445 (843) 266-2520
BONNEAU OFFICE 115 W. Church Street Bonneau, SC 29431 (843) 825-3404
LAUREL OFFICE 507 N. Laurel Street Summerville, SC 29483 (843) 875-0600
SUMMERVILLE OFFICE 213 West 4th North Street Summerville, SC 29483 (843) 873-0681
CROWFIELD OFFICE 7 S. Alliance Drive, Suite 201 Goose Creek, SC 29445 (843) 553-4383
LIVE OAK OFFICE 401 N. Live Oak, Suite B Moncks Corner SC 29461 (843) 761-7884
ST. STEPHEN OFFICE 104 Funk Avenue St. Stephen, SC 29479 (843) 567-3206
DANIEL ISLAND OFFICE 900 Island Park Drive, Suite 101 Daniel Island, SC 29492 (843) 856-6402
MONCKS CORNER OFFICE 115 Executive Parkway Moncks Corner, SC 29461 (843) 761-2815
TRIDENT OFFICE 9313 Medical Plaza Drive, Suite 202 Charleston, SC 29406 (843) 572-1200
GOOSE CREEK OFFICE 105-A Springhall Drive Goose Creek, SC 29445 (843) 574-0060
OAKBROOK OFFICE 87 Springview Lane Summerville, SC 29485 (843) 875-0400
WEST 8TH 102-A West 8th N. Street Summerville, SC 29483 (843) 871-9440
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The Medical University recently opened a seven-story medical tower on its campus to treat heart and vascular and digestive disease patients. It has several other projects ongoing at its downtown campus as well. The state has also licensed: • Seven adult day care centers for a total of 214 units. • 10 ambulatory surgery centers. • One birthing center – Charleston Birth Place Inc. • 64 community residential care facilities that form a combined 1,745 beds. • 10 licensed home health care providers. • One in-patient hospice facility. • Seven at-home hospice care programs. • 10 hospitals or institutional general infirmaries with a combined 1,972 licensed beds. • 11 nursing homes with 1,264 licensed beds. • Three inpatient drug rehab centers and eight outpatient centers.
Hospitals Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital 2095 Henry Tecklenburg Drive Charleston, SC 29414 843-402-1000 www.rsfh.com
East Cooper Regional Medical Center 1200 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-881-0100 www.eastcoopermedctr.com
HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Charleston
Naval Health Clinic Charleston 3600 Rivers Ave. North Charleston, SC 29405 843-743-7000 www.nhchasn.med.navy.mil
Palmetto Behavioral Health 2777 Speissegger Drive Charleston, SC 29405 843-747-5830 www.palmettobehavioralhealth.com
Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center 109 Bee St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-577-5011 www.charleston.va.gov
Roper Hospital
9181 Medcom St. Charleston, SC 29406 843-820-7777 www.healthsouthcharleston.com
316 Calhoun St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-724-2000 www.rsfh.com
Kindred Hospital Charleston
Roper St. Francis Medical Center Berkeley
326 Calhoun St., Third Floor Charleston, SC 29401 843-876-8340 www.kindredhealthcare.com
730 Stony Landing Road Moncks Corner, SC 29461 843-899-7700 www.rsfh.com
MUSC Medical Center
Summerville Medical Center
171 Ashley Ave. Charleston, SC 29425 843-792-2300 www.muschealth.com
295 Midland Parkway Summerville, SC 29485 843-832-5000 www.tridenthealthsystem.com
Moncks Corner Medical Center
Trident Health System
401 North Live Oak Drive, Highway 17 Moncks Corner, SC 29461 843-761-8721 www.tridenthealthsystem.com
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n 2008, Inc.com ranked the Charleston metro area No. 6 on its list of the Best Midsize Cities for Doing Business. Up nine spots from the previous year, the metro area’s diverse economic climate, location and skilled work force are garnering national attention. Global commercial shipping has been a mainstay of this community since the early 17th century. Today, major shipping firms employ many workers who support these vital business needs and facilitate this freight traffic. The towering gantry cranes along the rivers stand in stark contrast to the nautical images found around the city of colonial longshoremen unloading crates from around the world. As as a result of the presence of nearly every branch of the military — which by no coincidence is the largest employer in the region — Charleston tends to fare better than other parts of the country in times of economic downturn. In addition to the port, the U.S. Military has a large presence and a large impact on the area’s economy. Fields such as defense and allied contracting also fuel the industry. Tourism is another large part of the Lowcountry’s economy. Its restaurants, attractions, history and beaches are just a few of the reasons more than 4.3 million people visit each year with an economic impact of $3.09 billion. In addition to these important industries, the city of Charleston, along with Summerville, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant — and other municipalities — have developed a diverse economic climate that is affable to construction, development, large and small businesses, privately-owned companies, national chains, real estate, manufacturing and health. The Charleston region has also attracted approximately 70 firms that are headquartered outside the United States.
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Top 10 Major Employers Charleston, S.C. Metro Area Employer U.S. Navy C/O Naval Weapons Station Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Charleston Air Force Base Charleston County School District Berkeley County School District Roper St. Francis Healthcare Piggly Wiggly Carolina Co. Inc. Robert Bosch Corp. Dorchester County School District II Wal-Mart
Product/Service Emplo Area naval commands
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Hospital, post-secondary education and research U.S. Air Force Base; 437th Airlift Wing Education/public schools
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Education/public schools
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Roper and Bon Secours St. Francis Hospitals Grocery wholesaler/retailer HQ, distribution center Antilock brake systems, fuel injection Education/public schools
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Retail merchandise
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Source: Center for Business Research, Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce, May 2008
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Historic Charleston
WITH ALL THE GRACE AND CHARM OF A SOUTHERN CITY, CHARLESTON DRAWS IN VISITORS AND RESIDENTS WITH ITS HISTORIC CHARISMA AND WATERFRONT PANORAMAS. STROLL DOWN KING STREET TO BROWSE BOUTIQUES, WANDER THROUGH ART GALLERIES IN THE FRENCH QUARTER, OR TOUR SOME OF THE CITY’S HISTORIC HOMES. THE PENINSULA IS HOME TO A RICH HISTORY THAT IS REVEALED IN NEARLY ALL ITS BUILDINGS, STREETS AND PARKS.
A bit of history The city, originally named Charles Towne, was founded in 1670 in current day West Ashley and started with about 30 houses. It moved to the peninsula 20 years later and grew to encompass several thousand as it became a major trading center. After weathering several hurricanes and French and Spanish attacks during the 1700s, Charleston became a royal colony in 1721. Charleston began to take shape as a major city, adding cultural, residential and commercial aspects. Businesses popped up, such as the country’s first fire insurance company and one of the country’s first theaters. Several historic landmarks were built, such as the East Bay warehouse district, which is now Rainbow Row; and lots were laid out for the first neighborhood, Ansonborough, in 1745. The first church services at St. Michael’s Episcopal Church on Broad Street were held in 1761, now the oldest church building in the city. The Charleston Museum was established in 1773 as the country’s first museum.
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Above: Rainbow Row. Right: A grand historic home. Opposite: An aerial view of historic Charleston.
Several major Revolutionary battles unfolded around Charleston and the city eventually fell under British control for two years before it was incorporated in 1783. The College of Charleston was granted a charter in 1785 and the school garners a large presence downtown to this day. In 1824, the Medical University of South
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Carolina was founded, becoming the first medical school in the South. The MUSC campus and hospital occupies a large area on the western side of the peninsula between Calhoun and Bee streets, where a cluster of other health care providers have hospitals, such as Roper St. Francis and the VA Medical Center. Despite a damaging earthquake in 1886 and Hurricane Hugo in 1989, Charleston still houses some of the most historic homes and buildings in the South. A designated “historic district” preserves many residential properties. Neighborhoods The housing options downtown range from the sprawling pastel-colored multimillion-dollar homes to new luxury condos overlooking the Ashley River. The median price of homes downtown is higher than surrounding areas. South of Broad is the neighborhood literally south of Broad Street that includes the often-photographed Battery and Waterfront Park. Full of large traditional homes, this area has some of the most expensive real estate in Charleston with most of the houses coming with a price tag in the millions. Stroll down the streets in this quiet, storied neighborhood to catch a glimpse of traditional Charleston gardens and verandas. The French Quarter, above Broad Street, is bound by Market and Meeting streets and Waterfront Park. It is characterized by the many art galleries, cobblestone streets and restaurants that fill the area, and it is named for the many French merchants that once occupied the area. Above the French Quarter is Ansonborough, the peninsula’s first neighbor-
hood; although much of it was destroyed in a fire in 1838 and had to be rebuilt. Many of the houses have Greek Revival characteristics and were built by some of Charleston’s oldest family names, such as Joseph Legare and Edward McCrady. Harleston Village is another one of the old neighborhoods that was developed in 1770. It encompasses the area north of Broad Street to Calhoun Street. It includes Colonial Lake, which was set aside for public use in 1768 and is now used by joggers and dog walkers. The architecture includes Italian and Georgian styles, as well as styles that span the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. Radcliffeborough is bound by King, Vanderhorst, Smith and Radcliffe streets and contains much of the College of Charleston campus. Many of the houses have Italian and Gothic revival influences. To the west and north of Radcliffeborough are Cannonborough and Elliottborough where homes are being renovated at a rapid rate. Close to MUSC, this area is popular with medical students and families who want a house downtown without the price of a lower-peninsula property. New developments are opening up residential spaces, such as the Midtown project with condominiums and singlefamily houses ranging from $500,000 to $900,000. The recently-constructed Bee Street Lofts offer downtown living in units ranging from $300,000 to $1 million. This new injection of residential property has attracted several restaurants to the area. To the east of Radcliffeborough is the Mazyck-Wraggborough neighborhood, which stretches from King over to Washington Street. Anchoring the area is the landmark Marion Square, the 10-acre public park that houses a farmer’s market on Saturdays from April to December. The area also includes the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry on Ann Street and the Charleston Museum on Meeting Street. Further up the peninsula, Hampton Park Terrace and Wagener Terrace offer more affordable housing options with turn-of-the-century and brick bungalow homes. The Citadel campus also falls in the Hampton Park area. INTRO Newcomers guide to Charleston
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built adjacent to the Grace Bridge, opened in 1966. Yet by the dawn of the 21st century, snarling traffic on those Cooper River bridges was choking the area’s prized quality of life. Things improved dramatically with the opening of the $650 million Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, an eight-lane marvel that was greeted with fireworks and celebration on July 16, 2005. The new bridge marked the beginning of a new era for the state’s fifth-largest municipality, now home to about 65,000.
Above: The gardens at Boone Hall Plantation. Left: Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge.
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Despite its reputation as the suburban gateway to Charleston and the East Cooper beaches, the historic heart of Mount Pleasant can still be found near picturesque Shem Creek, where the local fishing fleet docks beside popular locally-owned eateries. Its Old Village, founded in 1680 and incorporated in 1837, sits on breezy bluffs that overlook the harbor just seaward of Shem Creek. Locals treasure its 18th century homes, its
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fter almost 250 years as “the sleepy town on the other side of the harbor,” Mount Pleasant forged its 20th century identity when the Grace Bridge opened in 1929, connecting it to Charleston and sparking a building boom that continues 80 years later. The Silas Pearman Bridge,
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quaint Pitt Street commercial district and the neighborhood’s authentic shade-drenched ambiance. Residents and visitors alike enjoy trips to Alhambra Hall Park and the nearby Pitt Street Bridge, which once connected the town to Sullivan’s Island by trolley but now offers views of Charleston Harbor and easy access to fishing and crabbing.
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Left: Boone Hall Plantation.
Other glimpses of Mount Pleasant’s past can be found across town on scenic Long Point Road. On one side of the road, motorists may turn off and wander down a broad alley of oaks that leads to Boone Hall Plantation. Settled in 1743, this privately-owned historic property has been open to the public for tours since 1955 yet remains a working plantation. Its “you-pick-‘em” fields and seasonal events are beloved by local families. On the other side of Long Point Road, The Charles Pinckney National Historic Site interprets life at Snee Farm Plantation, home of one of the original signers of the U.S. Constitution. The U.S. Park Service staff makes a special effort to explain and preserve the region’s Gullah culture. Glimpses of that Gullah heritage can be seen along U.S. Highway 17, where the area’s “basket ladies” still make and sell the Lowcountry’s signature Sweetgrass baskets from simple roadside stands. Efforts to honor and preserve traditions like Sweetgrass basketry demonstrate an emerging sense of civic identity. After decades of rapid suburban growth, Mount Pleasant began allocating building permits in 2005 and now puts greater emphasis on planning. The qualities the town guards today helped convince Money magazine to name Mount Pleasant as one of the Top 100 Best Places to Live in 2006. Average home value remains around $300,000 and median household income is more than $76,000. Caring for others is also on the rise. East Cooper Community Outreach, a volunteer organization that emerged from the after-
math of Hurricane Hugo in 1989, operates social programs aimed at helping disadvantaged people live healthier, more successful lives. A weekly farmer’s market on Tuesday afternoons gives locals access to affordable, healthy food. The town has two modern hospitals under construction (a replacement for East Cooper Hospital and a new Roper St. Francis hospital), and fitness has been on the upswing here since the bridge opened in 2005 with a lane for bicyclists and pedestrians. Residents make extensive use of the town’s numerous parks, ballfields and gyms, and recreational sports leagues for children and adults are numerous, popular and spirited. Palmetto Island County Park, a 943-acre facility, has nature trails, picnic areas, a 50-foot observation tower, a water park and pedal boat rentals. Patriots Point on the Charleston Harbor boasts a state-run military museum that displays four World War II-era vessels and more than a dozen vintage aircraft. The aircraft carrier USS Yorktown is also the home to the Medal of Honor Society Museum. Patriots Point features a golf course (one of five in town), a new athletic complex, and it will soon be connected to the Ravenel Bridge by a waterfront park. Because of its 20th century history as a bedroom community, Mount Pleasant’s neighborhoods are typically distinct suburban developments. Their varying styles offer residents a range of choices. The Tides, an upscale condominium community on the Charleston Harbor, is among the town’s newest. I’On, a new-ur-
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Below: Shem Creek.
banist development off Mathis Ferry Road, is an award-winning neighborhood of beautiful homes, tiny yards, elaborate public spaces and mixed-use construction. Farther out, the sprawling new developments of Park West and Carolina Park are moving the geographic center of town more to the east each year. With people come businesses, most of them oriented on either Highway 17 or Coleman Boulevard. The town’s most prominent shopping area is Towne Centre, located between the Isle of Palms Connector and the end of Interstate 526. In keeping with Lowcountry tradition, the town loves a good festival. Mount Pleasant hosts festivals for the arts, oysters, Scottish games, local foodies and children. Every April, the town turns out for the annual Blessing of the Fleet at Alhambra Hall, during which local clergy bless the fishing fleet and local residents hang around to celebrate spring. The annual Christmas parade is a big draw, as is the Cooper River Bridge Run, which attracts runners and walkers by the tens of thousands each spring. INTRO Newcomers guide to Charleston
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ast Cooper’s two beach-front islands are connected by one bridge but represent two distinct lifestyles. Sullivan’s Island lies at the entrance to the Charleston Harbor and spent much of its history as a slave port. Its strategic position made it a key to the seaward defense of the city of Charleston and it was fortified well into the 20th century. To Charlestonians of the late 19th and early 20th century, Sullivan’s Island was the beach to which they escaped by boat when the summer heat grew unbearable. Today, the island’s military and beach-retreat heritage give the place an elegantly shabby, slow-moving style that is unique among Southern beach communities. Islanders have adapted abandoned
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fortifications and disused buildings from Fort Moultrie’s sprawling past into creative living spaces and public uses. Victorian homes line shaded streets. About 2,000 people live on the 3.3-square-mile island, which remains a popular destination for beach-goers from Charleston and Mount Pleasant. But with no hotels, the beach is seldom crowded. Easements and strict regulations protect the island’s dunes and maritime forests; and its lighthouse, which began operation in 1962, was conveyed to the National Parks Service in 2008. Though Sullivan’s Island was home to two settlements in the 19th century, the neighboring Isle of Palms remained a remote, sparsely– populated vacation spot until the early 20th century. A 50-room hotel opened 1906, followed in 1912 by a beach pavilion and amusement park. First known as Hunting Island, and then
Long Island, developers renamed it the Isle of Palms in 1913 to attract tourists. Development of the 5.6-square mile island didn’t begin in earnest until the 1940s. The boom started in 1944 with the purchase of 1,300 acres by The Beach Company, which laid out roads and began building a mixture of vacation and affordable housing. The Ben Sawyer Bridge connecting Mount Pleasant to Sullivan’s Island completed the Charleston-to-IOP automobile link in 1945 and more growth followed. By the 1970s, developers turned their eyes toward a 1,600-acre tract and began construction of what is today the gated Wild Dunes Resort. This exclusive community features two golf courses, extensive tennis facilities and a system of walking and bicycling trails. Hurricane Hugo destroyed 95% of the IOP’s buildings in 1989 and the influx of
insurance cash lead to a burst of luxurious gentrification. Today, the island has a population of more than 4,500, multimillion-dollar homes line the water, and its Front Beach commercial district bustles with restaurants and shops. The IOP’s Windjammer Lounge is a classic beach-front bar and music venue, and the annual Polar Bear Swim on Sullivan’s Island, which draws thousands of high-spirited bathers every New Year’s Day, originates at Dunleavy’s Pub in the island’s tiny downtown. Life on the islands offers distinct choices for those who can afford them — the upscale energy of the IOP, versus the quirkier charms of Sullivan’s Island. Residents of both islands benefit from one of the state’s finest elementary schools, enjoy easy access to shopping via the Isle of Palms Connector and can often be spotted tooling around in their ubiquitous electric golf carts.
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orth Charleston is an area in transition. With industrial and military roots, the city in recent years has committed to redeveloping its central neighborhoods and reinventing itself as a trendy yet aordable place to live. The area north of Charleston was developed as plantations by early colonists, but after the Civil War, it grew into an industrial center. Just after the turn of the 20th century, the U.S. Navy targeted a huge swath of land along the Cooper River for a new naval base, and planned neighborhoods began to unfold to house workers, the military and their families. The North Charleston area boomed during World War II. The dynamic area incorporated as a city in 1972 and has expanded to include land in Charleston, Dorchester and Berkeley counties. In the 1990s, the federal government closed the Navy base in North Charleston. The city of North Charles-
Above: The Old Village. Right: New and redeveloped neighborhoods promote pedestrian-friendly public spaces.
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Oak Terrace Preserve neighborhood party.
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ton has since partnered with developers to infuse new life into the area’s historic neighborhoods. Redevelopment areas include Park Circle, a community of neighborhoods planned early in the 20th century. Residential developments in the works, such as Oak Terrace Preserve and Mixson, have earned a reputation for their sustainable building practices and are attracting new families to North Charleston. Nearby Montague Avenue is a main street of the past, alive again with shops and restaurants. Redevelopment is ongoing on the former naval base as well, where once empty military buildings now bustle with art studios, private offices and other commercial activity collectively known as the Navy Yard at Noisette. The base’s waterfront is now a public park with monuments commemorating its past. Beyond the historic center of North Charleston, the area is full of neighborhoods built in the late 20th century and shopping centers, including the Tanger Outlet Center and Northwoods Mall, one of the area’s two enclosed malls. North Charleston remains a center of business activity for the region, with many of the Charleston area’s commercial and industrial employers located there. A major attraction is the North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center and adjacent Charleston Area Convention Center. The complex is home to the Stingrays, a minor league hockey team, and is a venue for concerts, performances and meetings large and small. The Charleston International Airport is also located in North Charleston. Interstate 26 forms a spine that runs begins in Charleston and runs northwest through North Charleston toward Columbia. Interstate 526, which has terminal points in Mount Pleasant and West Ashley, reaches its peak in North Charleston.
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he area West of the Ashley River in Charleston is home to some of the area’s oldest suburban neighborhoods and, a little farther out, some of the newest.
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West Ashley, as it’s called, also features a range of old and new shopping centers and restaurants, historic plantations and other attractions, and a unique outdoor walking trail.
Neighborhoods closest to the Charleston peninsula were built in the 1920s through the 1950s. Among the older subdivisions are Old Windermere, Byrnes Down, Moreland,
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Left: Middleton Place. Right: Drayton Hall.
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Avondale and The Crescent. Development continued through the 1970s and 1980s in neighborhoods farther out from the city, such as Northbridge, Northbridge Terrace and Wespanee Plantation. New residential development has continued in recent years, especially past the western boundary of Interstate 526, in neighborhoods like Shadowmoss and Carolina Bay.
Long-ago residents of West Ashley have left behind several historic plantations and gardens that have are preserved and open for tours. Magnolia Plantation, Middleton Place and Drayton Hall Plantation allow visitors to learn about the architecture and life of South Carolinians in the 1700s and the centuries following. Another historic destination in West Ashley is Charles Towne Landing, the site of the English settlement that would become the Carolina colony. The 664-acre attraction is a state park. When getting around by car, main highway corridors in West Ashley are U.S. 17, called Savannah Highway, and S.C. 61, also known as Ashley River Road. The two highways are connected by S.C. 7, also called Sam Rittenberg Boulevard. Interstates 526 and 26 connect West Ashley to North Charleston to the north and Mount Pleasant to the east.
For those interested in seeing West Ashley by foot or bike, the West Ashley Greenway is a good option. This 10.5-mile walking and biking path weaves among residential areas and shopping centers and through small marshy areas and swaths of trees. The trail starts near the South Windermere Center shopping center and stretches to Johns Island. Shopping is plentiful in West Ashley. The area is home to Citadel Mall, one of the area’s two enclosed malls. Shopping centers anchored by national retailers and restaurants surround Citadel Mall, which is located just inside I-526 near the intersection of U.S. 17 and Sam Rittenberg Boulevard. West Ashley also includes eclectic shopping strips ďŹ lled with many locally-owned stores and eateries, such as the Avondale shopping area along U.S. 17. INTRO Newcomers guide to Charleston
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ames Island and Folly Beach, located just south of Charleston, represent a distinctly independent streak in the Lowcountry character. Long a semi-rural area, James Island’s population has been booming since the early 1990s and the opening of the James Island Connector, a bridge that links the island directly to the Charleston peninsula. Many of the island’s older neighborhoods lie within Charleston’s city limits, but the rest of the island was incorporated into an independent town in 2008.
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James Island is bounded by Wappoo Creek, Charleston Harbor and the Stono and Folly rivers. Its network of marshes, inlets, sounds and creeks gives it one of the most scenic natural environments in the region. It was a strategic key to Charleston during the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. The Confederate attack on Fort Sumter
began in 1861 with a shot from Fort Johnson, modern-day home of a stateof-the-art government marine science research facility. McLeod Plantation, with its alley of slave cabins visible from Folly Road near the foot of the Wappoo Bridge, stands near the entrance to the private Country Club of Charleston.
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Recreational options include the Charleston Municipal Golf Course and James Island County Park, a 643-acre facility with trails, fishing docks, a 50-foot climbing dock, kayak rentals, picnic areas and a campground. The park’s Splash Zone water park is extremely popular with families during summer months, and the county’s annual Holiday Festival of Lights attracts motorists on winter nights. James Island ends where Folly Road enters a marsh marked by the landmark “Folly Boat,” an abandoned hull that was deposited on the roadside by Hurricane Hugo. Locals have been painting messages on it ever since. Another treasured local landmark – the ramshackle Bowen’s Island Restaurant
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– sits on a tidal creek in a hummock of trees in the vast marsh between James Island and Folly Beach. Folly Beach calls itself “The Edge of America,” and the seven-mile island certainly seems to take the nickname seriously. The island celebrates its bars, fishing shacks, funky eateries and nefarious characters; and East Coast
surfers swarm to the spot they call “The Washout” whenever an Atlantic swell pushes big waves ashore. A county-run 1,000-foot fishing pier marks the center of the island. The county also operates a beach park on the island’s western tip, and the undeveloped eastern end of the island was the longtime site of a Coast
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Guard station. Morris Island, where the Union assault depicted in the movie Glory took place, lies across the inlet from the old Coast Guard station. The island has been heavily eroded, and the Morris Island Lighthouse has been surrounded by water for decades. Long described as the Lowcounty’s “poor man’s beach,” Folly’s signature shacks ceased to be affordable escapes for drifters, starving artists and beach bums a decade ago, but the island’s 2,300 year-round residents preserve its identity as a place where corporate homogenization hasn’t taken over – yet.
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ohns Island, the Lowcountry’s last remaining rural sea island, is a vast swath of land between James Island, the mainland west of Charleston and the private barrier islands of Kiawah and Seabrook. Its future is one of the most important undecided questions in the Lowcountry. The island grows much of the area’s fresh organic produce and is home to numerous farms, nurseries, packing houses and produce stands. And though its main transportation arteries are heavily trafficked, the island has miles of long, quiet, tree-lined roads that attract Lowcountry bicyclists looking for a nice day’s ride. Traffic remains one of the island’s most pressing issues. Johns Islanders shot down a proposed Cross Island Expressway in the 1990s and are divided over a proposed extension to Interstate 526 that would cross the island en route to the James Island Connector, shortening the 30-minute commute to Charleston considerably. The trade off? Opponents don’t want to trade their rural way of life and thousands of acres of farmland for the suburban development better roads would bring. The island boasts The Angel Oak, believed to be one of the oldest trees
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Johns Island east of the Mississippi. Said to be an estimated 1,400 years old, the oak is a graceful giant, 65 feet tall, more than 25 feet around and provides more than 17,000 square feet of shade with limbs as long as 89 feet. It’s owned by the city of Charleston and is open to the public. Another local gem is the village of Rockville at the end of neighboring Wadmalaw Island. This remote, picturesque village is largely untouched by the coastal development boom and it plays host each August to the Rockville Regatta, an event that dates back more than 100 years and marks the end of the Lowcountry’s competitive sailing season. It’s as much a party as it is a race. Horses raised for work, transportation or recreation, have long been a part of life on the island. The public Mullet Hall Equestrian Center at Johns Island County Park (a largely undeveloped 738-acre tract) — provides riders with facilities for horse shows and equestrian tournaments, plus 20 miles of riding trails.
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The Charleston Executive Airport on Trenholm Road is a small facility that offers convenience to resort visitors and flying lessons for locals. A new 16,000-square-foot library, completed in 2004, is the county’s largest branch. Much of the development driving the island today is upscale. Home prices at The Preserve at Fenwick Hall, for instance, start at a cool $1 million. Other developments offer a mixture of affordable and luxury choices, varying from waterfront lots to Charlestonstyle urbanism to custom rural seclusion. The island’s central commercial district is still located at the intersection of Main, Maybank and Bohicket roads, but the number of choices increases every year. And though it once would have seemed hard to believe, the island now boasts a fine-dining French restaurant — The Fat Hen on Maybank Highway. Johns Island is a stronghold of Gullah culture and holds a special place in the Lowcountry’s civil rights history. Native son Esau Jenkins, despite receiving no formal education beyond the 4th grade, understood in the 1950s and 1960s that the future of the island’s isolated black communities would depend on bootstrapping programs for their education and health. He and others founded “Citzenship Schools” that helped residents — many of whom were illiterate — qualify to vote; and their Sea Island Health Corporation brought doctors, nurses and modern medicine to rural corners that had never received proper care.
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iawah and Seabrook islands, two private resort communities south of Charleston, offer a quality of life that includes world-class golf, upscale homes and breathtaking views of the Lowcountry’s landscape. Pottery found on Kiawah Island dates as far back as 4,000 years. Own-
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ership of the island changed many times through the years from the Indians to the British and then to some of the earliest “Charlestonians.” Its history is linked to names you may already be familiar with: Gibbes, Vanderhorst and Middleton, to name a few. Development of the island loosely began in the 1950s when C.C. Royal,
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Left: Exploring Kiawah Island by kayak. Below: The Sanctuary Hotel. Bottom: Home at Kiawah Island. Bottom Left: Children enjoying Kiawah
who made his fortune in the lumber business, purchased the island. He built a home for his wife and seven children and then sold 65 lots to friends. In 1974, the Kuwait Investment Co. purchased the island from Royal’s heirs and created a land plan that consisted of a resort and residential development. Kiawah Development Partners is currently the master developer of the island. Approximately 1,100 full-time residents inhabit the island, but the population swells, especially during the spring and summer, when about 600 of the island’s properties are rented. The island is also home to the Kiawah Island Golf Resort, which includes five public golf courses and two private courses; The Sanctuary, a AAA
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Island’s beaches.
Five Diamond hotel; an award-winning spa; and several restaurants. Outside of golf, the island also caters to tennis players and is a destination for runners each year during the annual Kiawah Island Marathon, held each December. Seabrook Island, just across the marsh from Kiawah Island, is a 2,200-acre mix of forest, salt marshes and beach. The island was discovered by settlers in 1666 and indigo and rice were its first cash crops. The island was first called Jones Island, then Simmons Island and finally Seabrook when it was purchased by William Seabrook in 1816. Originally developed in 1972 as a resort and conference center location, the island has evolved into a private oceanfront community. There are more than 2,500 properties on Seabrook
Island and about 700 families live on the island year-round. Seabrook Island residents recently voted in favor of the Horizon Plan, a $31 million master growth plan to redevelop and elevate the island’s amenities and facilities to meet current and future needs. There is no shortage of things to do on Seabrook Island, from playing golf on one of two private golf courses, to playing tennis, horseback riding and boating. There are several restaurants to choose from, as well. Inhabitants of both islands place a high value on the environment and have made sure that the buildings are constructed in harmony with the natural surroundings. There are also plenty of opportunities to experience the wildlife, whether strolling on the beach or exploring the waterways via kayak or canoe. Just 30 minutes away from Charleston, the islands are close enough for a day trip into the city; however, there are several options for shopping excursions on both islands, as well as at Freshfields Village on neighboring Johns Island. Freshfields Village offers a variety of stores, from sporting goods to groceries, as well as several restaurants. INTRO Newcomers guide to Charleston
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he Lowcountry’s newest address is also one of its most attractive. Daniel Island has grown from an undeveloped expanse of forest and farmland into a thriving community of roughly 5,800 in just a decade. The 4,000-acre island at the tip of the Cainhoy Peninsula was essentially uninhabited when Interstate 526 crossed it in the 1990s, linking the land between the Wando and Cooper rivers to the
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mainland for the ďŹ rst time. Development, guided by a master plan worked out in conjunction with the Guggenheim Foundation (which owned the island from 1947-97), began in the late 1990s. Today, the Daniel Island Community spans eight neighborhoods, a central commercial district, more than 400 acres of public parkland, two golf courses, a professional soccer stadium and a world-class tennis facility.
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Daniel Island is incorporated into the city of Charleston, even though it’s located in Berkeley County and residents must pass through Mount Pleasant or North Charleston to reach it. Though generally considered a bedroom community, the island’s daytime population swells to an estimated 8,500, thanks to employers such as software firm Blackbaud and the 34-acre campus of Bishop England High School, which moved to the island in 1998 after more than 80 years in downtown Charleston. Home prices range from the $300,000s to $6 million, with select lots selling for upwards of $1 million. Condominiums are available for less than $200,000, but the island’s network of public spaces, services, shopping, education and amenities generally tends to put a premium on property values. Plans point toward an eventual population of 15,000.
Top Left: Community swimming pool. Top: The Charleston Battery plays at Blackbaud Stadium. Above: Homes along Currier Street. Bottom Right: Downtown Daniel Island.
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Bottom Left: Golf at Daniel Island.
Life on the island benefits from 23 miles of shoreline, much of it open to the public, and the extensive system of parks and docks give neighborhoods plenty of public spaces and room to socialize. The island’s event calendar gets more crowded every year, thanks in
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s the new home of Internet giant Google, historic Berkeley County is the largest of the three metro area counties and one of the fastest growing in the state. Its agricultural base – dating back to the 17th century – has given way to industry, as evidenced by Google’s $600 million investment in a new data center and DuPont’s expansion of a Kevlar plant that the county won over 40 potential locations worldwide. In fact, 2007 was a record year, with more than $1.3 billion in economic growth. Major employers include the U.S. Naval Weapons Station, with approximately 11,000 employees, and Berkeley County School District, with 3,650. Several industry leaders, including Nucor Steel, J.W. Aluminum and Alcoa Mt. Holly, have earned recognition for sustainability efforts. Sensitive to quality of life issues, the Berkeley County Planning Commission has launched an initiative to study and manage growth. Dubbed “Planning the
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Future While Preserving the Past,” its mission is to create a comprehensive development plan. Indeed, quality of life is a major draw for visitors and newcomers to Berkeley County, with its temperate coastal plain climate, abundant waterways and unspoiled landscapes. A rich heritage that traces its origins to the first settlers
in the Carolinas is alive today in the residents of Berkeley County and their communities — Bonneau, Goose Creek, Hanahan, Jamestown, Moncks Corner, St. Stephen and Daniel Island. Originally the domain of European planters, county farmlands once supported rice and cotton crops. Plantations may still be seen today along
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Left: Mepkin Abbey. Below: Cypress Gardens.
tributaries of the Cooper River and some still serve as residences. Mepkin Abbey, a former plantation perched on the river’s bluffs, now serves as home to a Trappist monastery with a garden and chapel open to the public. It is located in the town of Moncks Corner, originally a colonial trading post dating back to 1738 that took its name from landowner Thoma s Monk. Old Santee Canal Park commemorates America’s first summit canal, which began operating in 1800. In addition to tours of the historic site, the park features the Berkeley County Museum and Heritage Center. Exhibits and artifacts portray the region’s history and include Brig. Gen. Francis Marion, also known as the “Swamp Fox,” Native Americans, colonial life, the Civil War and the Francis Marion National Forest.
At Francis Beidler Forest in Four Holes Swamp, shaded boardwalks wind through ancient groves of towering cypress and Pleistocene swamps. The forest — a National Natural Landmark — is protected and managed by the National Audubon Society and is the largest remaining virgin black water cypress and tupelo swamp in the world. Cypress Gardens features boat rides through black water swamps and the Berkeley Blueways offer 20 canoeing and kayaking trails. World-class waterskiing, wind surfing, sailing, boating and fishing are popular on Lake Moultrie, as well as the state’s largest lake, Lake Marion. The Palmetto Trail, a recreational trail that stretches statewide, takes trekkers off the beaten path for a closer experience with Southern fauna and wildlife.
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The outdoor, active lifestyle of Berkeley County pairs well with the wide variety of residential neighborhoods available. From the small town feel of some of the county’s oldest communities to planned neighborhoods with single-family attached and detached homes, choices abound in every price range. The new Del Webb Charleston located in Cane Bay Plantation offers all the classic amenities for the active adult population.
Recently-developed Daniel Island offers a master-planned lifestyle community built on a sea island. Though tful planning and quality execution have earned the Daniel Island Co. recognition from the Urban Land Institute and the National Association of Homebuilders for exceptional smart growth development practices. One of the hottest tickets in professional sports, the Family Circle Cup, attracts top-seeded players every year to the all-woman’s Tier I pro tennis event on Daniel Island. INTRO Newcomers guide to Charleston
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ummerville is a community that still gathers at Town Square to celebrate the 4th of July, where Friday night high school football draws a spirited crowd and in early December, the holiday season is ushered in with an Annual Christmas Tree Lighting downtown. In this mod-
ern Southern city, progress and preservation are inextricably intertwined, making it a dynamic and diverse place to live and work. Downtown Restoration, Enhancement and Management (D.R.E.A.M.), a nonproďŹ t group spearheaded by local residents, has done much since its
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zine, Summerville offers residents the best of both worlds in terms of quality of life and housing. Known for its stately Victorian homes, the city also offers the full spectrum of new construction options attracting families, business and military personnel to the area. Dubbed Flower Town in the Pines, Summerville still gets high marks for natural attributes. The Flowertown Festival draws 250,000 people every spring for a weekend dedicated to artisans and crafts amid the profusion
Above: Shops along Central Avenue. Below: Historic home in Summerville.
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inception in 1992 to bring focus and support to Summerville and its historic downtown district. The commercial area is bustling again with unique shops, a local bookstore, art galleries and eateries. Guerin’s Pharmacy – the oldest still operating in South Carolina – contains antiques, a full-service
pharmacy and an old-style soda fountain that serves drug store classics like cherry and vanilla cokes, milkshakes and chili dogs. The Summerville-Dorchester Museum documents cultural and natural history with a film and exhibits of the colonial settlers, early churches and architecture. Over 700 buildings have been placed on the National Register of Historic Places. Summerville traces its roots to the 1780s, when it was known as Pineland Village to plantation owners waiting to escape the swamp fever and insects of the Lowcountry summer. After being deemed by medical specialists in 1899 as one of the best areas in the world for lung and throat disorders, the area experienced a golden era, with special lodgings and resorts springing up to accommodate pulmonary patients. The most famous was Pine Forest Inn, which sometimes served as the Winter White House for Presidents William Howard Taft and The odore Roosevelt. Today, Summerville is Dorchester County’s largest city with an estimated population of over 44,000. Named one of the 50 best small towns in America by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance maga-
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Top: Azalea Park. Bottom: A sculpture in Azalea Park.
of blooms in Azalea Park. The park, a 12-acre oasis of ponds, paths, fountains and tennis courts. It has also been the site for one of South Carolina’s premiere outdoor arts events, Sculpture in the South. Summerville residents take to the trails at nearby Givhans Ferry State Park, on the former site of an 18th
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century ferry that once crossed the Edisto River. The park features camping, cabins, fishing, picnic areas and river access. At Francis Beidler Forest in Four Holes Swamp, shaded boardwalks wind through ancient groves of towering cypress and Pleistocene swamps. The forest — a National Natural Land-
mark — is protected and managed by the National Audubon Society and is the largest remaining virgin stand in the world. Among the many fine and fun dining options in Summerville, perhaps the most famous is the Dining Room at Woodlands Resort & Inn — one of only three lodging properties in America to be awarded the Mobil Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond awards for both lodging and dining. The Dining Room has been awarded the Relais & Chateaux highest culinary designation: Relais Gourmand. The readers of Travel + Leisure magazine ranked Woodlands Inn No.1 in the Continental U.S. and Canada and No.3 worldwide in the 2008 World’s Best Service Awards.
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Sports and Recreation in the Lowcountry T he Lowcounty’s coastal environment makes outdoor life here a special draw, but its sports and recreation scene doesn’t end with beachgoing. The area boasts three professional teams, three small college athletic programs, excellent venues and dozens of amateur recreational leagues in a variety of sports. Folly Beach is generally considered one of the three top surfing destinations on the East Coast and dedicated wave riders keep track of conditions at its storied “Washout” via webcam. Waves at the Isle of Palms aren’t quite as powerful, but East Cooper surfers swear by them. Sullivan’s Island waves are inadequate for surfing, but kiteboarding is a popular alternative. Kayaking has been a popular local sport for years and outfitters along Shem Creek in Mount Pleasant cater to locals and tourists alike. Remote islands in the Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge are a draw for many, but others prefer to drive south of Charleston and strike out into the blackwater wilderness of the pristine and sprawling ACE Basin or head farther inland to explore the swamps and groves of Dorchester County. Sailing — either competitive or contemplative — has been a Low-
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country passion since antebellum days. Charleston Race Week, a three-day regatta sponsored by the Charleston Ocean Racing Association, draws more than 900 sailors to the Charleston Harbor every April. The College of Charleston and The Citadel both field competitive sailing teams. The local sailing season ends in August with the Rockville Regatta, a tradition for more than 100 years. Recreational boating — particularly as it relates to fishing — takes up much of the calendar and deep sea charters are available from Shem Creek and other locations. Charleston County runs a fishing pier at Folly Beach and surf casters land sizable fish every year. Locals dip for crabs in tidal creeks all summer and shrimp-baiting season typically runs from September to November. Hunters flock to inland private game preserves and public game lands each fall in the Francis Marion National Forest and the ACE Basin. Fall and winter are also the best time for hiking and biking in the local forests. Running has grown in popularity since the founding of the Cooper River Bridge Run in 1978, but received a Right: Family Circle Cup.
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healthy boost in 2005 when the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge opened with a pedestrian/bicyclist lane. The Bridge Run takes place each April, attracting worldclass 10k runners and tens of thousands of amateur athletes and walkers. The race begins near Shem Creek and finishes in downtown Charleston. Kiawah Island hosts an annual marathon and halfmarathon, and there are organized races throughout the year in various locations across the region. In recent years, triathlons — particularly the shorter, “sprint” triathlons — have been proliferating, many of them taking advantage of the region’s open water for the swimming legs. The area’s flat roads make for fast cycling. The Lowcountry hosts a series of popular cycling events, including criterion races at Charleston’s Hampton Park, 100kilometer and 100-mile “century” rides in the Francis Marion National Forest and group rides that make use of the long, shady roads on John’s Island. John’s Island is also home to the Mullet Hall Equestrian Center. Most municipalities in the area offer recreational leagues, but amateur youth and adult baseball/softball leagues are extremely popular in Mount Pleasant, Summerville, Goose Creek and the St. Andrews District west of Charleston. Gahagan Park in Summerville is a softball shrine. Mount Pleasant, which is riddled with ballfields, opened an extensive recreation complex at Dunes West earlier this decade and has been expanding it ever since. Soccer is popular in the suburban areas and recreation departments in some locations run the football leagues for their local public and private middle schools. Mount Pleasant’s youth football season begins each year with a massing of the teams and a series of 15-minute scrimmages at Wando Stadium. It con-
cludes with a well-attended town championship game. Summerville’s Memorial Stadium is a high school football shrine, home to the Summerville High School Green Wave. Young players in southern Dorchester County are groomed from elementary school to play for one of the district’s two high schools. Charleston Southern University, between Summerville and North Charleston, competes in the Big South Conference, while The Citadel and the College of Charleston are members of the storied Southern Conference. The Citadel’s football team moved into a new and improved Johnson Hagood Stadium in 2008, while the College of Charleston opened its 5,000-seat Carolina First Arena basketball facility later that fall. Citadel sports thrive on tradition and pageantry, while C of C basketball has developed a reputation as a mid-major “giant-killer,” with a history of upsetting high-ranked teams. Both Southern Conference schools have an outstanding history of success in baseball. Professional baseball in Charleston dates back to 1886 and the city has been associated with the South Atlantic League off and on for more than 100 years. The city is currently represented by the Class A Charleston RiverDogs, a member of the New York Yankees farm system. The RiverDogs play in Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park, known by locals as “The Joe.” It overlooks the Ashley River and was considered one of the finest ballparks in America when it opened in 1997. The Carolina Stingrays, a member of the East Coast Hockey League affiliated with the Washington Capitals, have been a fixture at the North Charleston Coliseum since 1993. That same year also saw the founding of the Charleston Battery, a member of the United Soccer Leagues’ First Division. The Battery plays at Blackbaud Stadium on Daniel Island. INTRO Newcomers guide to Charleston
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called Harleston Green at the South Carolina Golf Club. While this original golf course no longer exists, the city is still actively involved in the game. The Charleston Municipal Golf Course, a.k.a. “The Muni,” opened in 1929 on James Island and now books 60,000 rounds of golf every year. No matter where you live in the Lowcountry, golf is just a short drive away.
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harleston hasn’t marketed itself as a golfing destination like Myrtle Beach, Kiawah Island or Hilton Head Island, but the city is literally the birthplace of golf in America and today features numerous places to play and several award-winning courses. Charlestonians first teed it up in 1786 on the peninsula on a course they
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Top: Kiawah Island Ocean Course. Left: Oak Point Golf Course.
Golf Courses Daniel Island: The Daniel Island Club (843-9713555) offers two private, non-equity courses: Beresford Creek Course, and the highly-rated Ralston Creek Course. Edisto Island: The Plantation Course at Edisto (843-869-1111) is a top-ranked public course.
Goose Creek: There are two 18-hole public courses in town, Crowfield Golf & Country Club (843-764-4618) and Redbank Plantation Golf Course (843-764-7802). The Oaks Golf & Country Club (843-553-2422) is a nine-hole, par-35 public course.
Hollywood: The Links at Stono Ferry (843-763-1817) is public and a local favorite.
Isle of Palms: Wild Dunes Resort (843-8862164) has two public courses, the Harbor Course and the highly regarded Links Course.
James Island: There are 60,000 rounds of golf played at Charleston Municipal Golf Course (843-795-6517) every year. The Country Club of Charleston (843-795-8009) is private.
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Johns Island: The Golf Club at Briar’s Creek (843-768-3050) is an award-winning, private non-equity course. Kiawah Island: This resort community is built around golf. Its Kiawah Island Club River Course (843-768-6120) is a private non-equity award-winner. Cassique Golf Club (843-768-6120) is equally well-regarded as a private equity course. Kiawah Island Resort offers five public choices: The Ocean Course (843-768-2121), which is ranked among the Top 100 courses in America; the award-winning Osprey Point Course (843-768-2121); the five-star Turtle Point Course (843-768-2121), the four-star Cougar Point Course (843-768-2121), and the Oak Point Course (843-768-7431).
Moncks Corner: The 18-hole Berkeley Country Club (843-761-4880) is a public course, as is the nine-hole Cypress Point Par 3 (843-761-5599).
Mount Pleasant: Rivertowne Country Club (843-216-3777) is an award-winning public course. Charleston National Country Club (843-8844653) and Dunes West Golf Club (843-856-9000) are highly rated and public. Patriots Point Links on Charleston Harbor (843-881-0042) is an affordable public course with great scenery. Snee Farm Country Club (843-884-8571) is a private non-equity course. North Charleston: Yeamans Hall Country Club (843-747-8855), located on North Charleston’s boundary with neighboring Hanahan, is an awardwinning, top-ranked course. Wrenwoods Golf Club (843-963-1833) is a private, non-equity course. Coosaw Creek Country Club (843-767-9000) is private.
Seabrook Island: The private equity Club at Seabrook Island (843-768-2529) offers two courses: Crooked Oaks and Ocean Winds. Summerville: The Golf Club at Wescott Plantation (843-871-2135) is Summerville’s municipal golf facility, offering three public nine-hole courses: Burn Kill, Black Robin and Oak Forest. Legend Oaks Plantation Golf Club (843-821-4077), Pine Forest Country Club (843-851-1193) and Miler Country Club (843-873-2201) are 18-hole public courses. The Lakes of Summerville (843-8320809) is a public nine-hole course. River Club on the Ashley (843-873-7110) is a semi-private, 18-hole course.
West Ashley: Shadowmoss Plantation Golf Club (843-556-8251) is a public course in a subdivision.
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Dining Out 82 Wentworth St., Charleston 843-722-7437
East Bay Deli 334 East Bay St., Charleston 843-723-1234
Fig Restaurant 232 Meeting St., Charleston 843-805-5900
Fleet Landing 186 Concord St., Charleston 843-722-8100
Fulton Five 5 Fulton St., Charleston 843-853-5555
Garibaldi’s 49 Market St., Charleston 843-723-7266
Gilroys Pizza Pub 353 King St., Charleston 843-937-9200
Hanks Seafood Restaurant 10 Hayne St., Charleston 843-723-3474
Harbour Club 35 Prioleau St., Charleston 843-723-9680
Haven 41 George St., Suite B, Charleston 843-579-9000
High Cotton 199 East Bay St., Charleston 843-724-3815
Il Cortile Del Re 193 King St., Suite A, Charleston 843-853-1888
Jestine’s Kitchen 251 Meeting St., Charleston 843-722-7224
Jim & Nick’s BBQ 288 King St., Charleston 843-795-5823
Library At The Vendue 23 Vendue Range, Charleston 843-577-7970
Magnolias 185 East Bay St., Suite 100, Charleston 843-577-7771
Majestic Grill 345 King St., Charleston 843-577-0091
Marina Variety Store 17 Lockwood Blvd., Charleston 843-723-6325
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Market Pavillion Hotel 225 East Bay St., Charleston 843-723-0500
Market Street Bakery & Cafe 188 Meeting St., Charleston 843-853-3098
McCrady’s 2 Unity Alley, Charleston 843-577-0061
Oak Steakhouse 17 Broad St., Charleston 843-722-4220
Pearlz Oyster Bar 153 East Bay St., Charleston 843-769-0350
Peninsula Grill 112 Market St., Suite N, Charleston 843-723-0700
Poogan’s Porch 72 Queen St., Charleston 843-577-2337
Saffron 333 East Bay St., Charleston 843-722-5589
Sermet’s Corner 276 King St., Charleston 843-853-7775
Sushi Hiro Of Kyoto 298 King St., Charleston 843-723-3628
Sweetwater Cafe 137 Market St., Charleston 843-723-7121
Ted’s Butcher Block 334 East Bay St., Suite K, Charleston 843-577-0094
Tristan Restaurant LLC 55 South Market St., Charleston 843-534-2155
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CHARLESTON Andolini’s Pizza
442 King St., Charleston 843-722-3474
Five Loaves Cafe 43 Cannon St., Charleston 843-937-4303
Hominy Grill 207 Rutledge Ave., Charleston 843-937-0930
Juanita Greenbergs Nacho Royal 439 King St., Charleston 843-723-6224
Santi’s Restaurante Mexicano 1302 Meeting St. Road, Charleston 843-722-2633
WEST ASHLEY Andolini’s Pizza 1117 Savannah Highway, Charleston 843-225-5200
El Dorado Mexican Restaurant 1109 Savannah Highway, Charleston 843-763-0699
Iacofano Deli 10 Windermere Blvd., Suite A, Charleston 843-225-3354
Joy Luck Chinese 1303 Ashley River Road, Charleston 843-573-8899
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Nirlep India Restaurant 908 Savannah Highway, Charleston 843-763-9923
Olympic Restaurant & Bakery 1922 Savannah Highway, Charleston 843-556-9359
Osaka Restaurant 100 Folly Road, Charleston 843-852-9979
Palmetto Brickhouse 2070 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., Charleston 843-766-7429
Panda Palace 1119 Wappoo Road, Charleston 843-763-7472
Red Orchid China Bistro 1401 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., Charleston 843-573-8787
Rococo German Bakery 975 Savannah Highway, Suite D Charleston 843-763-2055
Salsarita’s 2070 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., Suite D528, Charleston 843-766-3155
ISLE OF PALMS Boathouse Restaurant at Breach Inlet 101 Palm Blvd., Isle of Palms 843-886-8000
Duney’s Bar & Grill 5950 Palmetto Drive, Isle of Palms 843-886-6000
Edgar’s Restaurant & Bar
Five Loaves Cafe
SEABROOK ISLAND 1001 Landfall Way, Seabrook Island 843-768-0183
Giuseppi’s Pizza & Pasta
414 Coleman Blvd., Mount Pleasant 843-849-7437
My Favorite Things 1009 Ocean Blvd., Suite D Isle of Palms 843-886-6387
Sea Biscuit Cafe LLC 21 J C Long Blvd., Isle of Palms 843-886-4079
Sea Island Grill 5757 Palm Blvd., Isle of Palms 843-886-2200
1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd., Suite 1301 Mount Pleasant 843-856-2525
MOUNT PLEASANT Andolini’s Pizza
1515 Palm Blvd., Suite A, Isle of Palms 843-886-8809
1475 Long Grove Drive Mount Pleasant 843-849-2244
1886 Andell Bluff, Seabrook Island 843-768-1807
Harbor Halfway House
Long Island Cafe Inc.
Gilligan’s Steamer & Raw Bar
Rosebank Farm Cafe
10001 Backbay Drive, Isle of Palms 843-886-2297 44 41st St., Isle of Palms 843-886-2294
1055 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Suite 50 Mount Pleasant 843-849-1043
Red Sky Grill
Iacofano Deli
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Capriccio 1034 Chuck Dawley Blvd. Mount Pleasant 843-881-5550
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Ichiban Restaurant 909 Houston Northcutt Blvd. Mount Pleasant 843-849-8121
Langdons Restaurant 778 S Shellmore Blvd., Suite 105 Mount Pleasant 843-388-9200
Charleston Harbor Hilton 20 Patriots Point Road Mount Pleasant 843-856-0028
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PLACES TO STAY
Places to Stay CHARLESTON 15 Church Street Bed & Breakfast 15 Church St., Charleston 843-722-7602 www.bedandbreakfast.com
1807 Phoebe Pember House & Studio 26 Society St., Charleston 843-722-4186 www.phoebepemberhouse.com
1837 Bed & Breakfast Inc. 126 Wentworth St., Charleston 877-723-1837 www.1837bb.com
21 East Battery Bed & Breakfast 21 East Battery, Charleston 843-556-0500 www.21eastbatterybedandbreakfast.com
Andrew Pinckney Inn 40 Pinckney St., Charleston 843-937-8800 www.andrewpinckneyinn.com
Ansonborough Inn 21 Hasell St., Charleston 843-723-1655 www.ansonboroughinn.com
Battery Carriage House Inn 20 South Battery, Charleston 843-727-3100 www.batterycarriagehouse.com
Best Value Inn 3668 Dorchester Road, Charleston 843-744-4664
Best Western King Charles Inn 237 Meeting St., Charleston 843-723-7451 www.kingcharlesinn.com
Best Western Sweetgrass Inn 1540 Savannah Highway, Charleston 843-571-6100 www.thesweetgrassinn.com
Charleston Marriott 170 Lockwood Blvd., Charleston 843-723-3000 www.marriott.com/chsmc
Charleston Place
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown/Riverview 35 Lockwood Drive, Charleston 843-722-7229 www.marriott.com/chscy
Days Inn Historic Charleston 155 Meeting St., Charleston 843-722-8411 www.the.daysinn.com/charleston05262
Doubletree Guest Suites 181 Church St., Charleston 843-577-2644 www.charlestondoubletree.com
Elliott House Inn 78 Queen St., Charleston 843-723-1855 www.elliotthouseinn.com
Embassy Suites Historic Charleston 337 Meeting St., Charleston 843-723-6900 www.historiccharleston.embassysuites.com
Francis Marion Hotel
Historic Charleston Bed & Breakfast
Residence Inn by Marriott Charleston Riverview
57 Broad St., Charleston 843-722-6606 www.historiccharlestonbedandbreakfast.com
90 Ripley Point Drive, Charleston 843-571-7979 www.marriott.com/chsri
Holiday Inn Charleston Riverview 301 Savannah Highway, Charleston 843-556-7100 www.holiday-inn.com/chs-riverview
Holiday Inn Express 1943 Savannah Highway, Charleston 843-402-8300 www.hiexpress.com/chs-us17south
Holiday Inn Historic District 125 Calhoun St., Charleston 843-805-7900 www.charlestonhotel.com
French Quarter Inn
5048 International Blvd, Charleston 843-735-5000 www.charleston-hotels.net
166 Church St., Charleston 843-722-1900 www.fqicharleston.com
Fulton Lane Inn 202 King St., Charleston 843-720-2600 www.fultonlaneinn.com
Governor’s House Inn 117 Broad St., Charleston 843-720-2070 www.governorshouse.com
Hampton Inn & Suites 678 Citadel Haven Drive, Charleston 843-573-1200 www.charleston-hotels.net
Hampton Inn Daniel Island 160 Fairchild St., Charleston 843-216-6555 www.hamptoninndi.com
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Charlotte Street Cottage
HarbourView Inn
144 Bee St., Charleston 843-577-2224 www.comfortinncharleston.com
68 Wentworth St., Charleston 843-534-0300 www.renaissancecharlestonhotel.com
Homewood Suites by HiltonÂŽ Charleston Convention Center/ Airport
205 Meeting St., Charleston 843-722-4900 www.charlestonplacehotel.com
Comfort Inn Charleston
Renaissance Charleston Hotel
30 King St., Charleston 843-577-2633 www.haynehouse.com
387 King St., Charleston 843-722-0600 www.francismarioncharleston.com
345 Meeting St., Charleston 843-723-4000 www.charlestonhistoricdistrict.hamptoninn.com
32 Charlotte St., Charleston 843-577-3944 www.charlestoncottage.com
Hayne House Bed & Breakfast
2 Vendue Range, Charleston 843-853-8439 www.harbourviewcharleston.com
Hawthorn Suites 2455 Savannah Highway, Charleston 843-225-4411 www.hawthorn.com
John Rutledge House Inn 116 Broad St., Charleston 843-723-7999 www.johnrutledgehouseinn.com
King George IV Inn 32 George St., Charleston 843-723-9339 www.kinggeorgeiv.com
Kings Courtyard Inn 198 King St., Charleston 843-723-7000 www.kingscourtyardinn.com
Sleep Inn of Charleston 1524 Savannah Highway, Charleston 843-556-6959 www.sleepinn.com
Springhill Suites by Marriot 98 Ripley Point Drive, Charleston 843-571-1711 www.marriott.com/chssh
The Anchorage Inn 26 Vendue Range, Charleston 843-723-8300 www.anchorageinncharleston.com
The Inn at Middleton Place 4290 Ashley River Road, Charleston 843-556-0500 www.theinnatmiddletonplace.com
The Kitchen House 126 Tradd St., Charleston 843-577-6362 www.cityofcharleston.com/kitchen.htm
The Mills House Hotel 115 Meeting St., Charleston 843-577-2400 www.millshouse.com
The Palmer Home 5 East Battery, Charleston 843-853-1574 www.palmerhomebb.com
The Thomas Lamboll House Bed and Breakfast
La Quinta Inn Riverview
19 King St., Charleston 843-723-3212 www.lambollhouse.com/home.htm
11 Ashley Pointe Drive, Charleston 843-556-5200 www.lq.com
Town & Country Inn and Conference Center
Lands Inn 2545 Savannah Highway, Charleston 843-763-8885 www.landsinnsc.com
Lowndes Grove 266 St. Margaret St., Charleston 843-853-1810 www.lowndesgrove.com
Planters Inn 112 N. Market St., Charleston 843-722-2345 www.plantersinn.com
2008 Savannah Highway, Charleston 843-571-1000 www.thetownandcountryinn.com
Two Meeting Street Inn 2 Meeting St., Charleston 843-723-7322 www.twomeetingstreet.com
Vendue Inn 19 Vendue Range, Charleston 843-577-7970 www.vendueinn.com
Vendue Suites 30 Vendue Range, Charleston 843-853-8025 www.venduesuites.com
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Victoria House Inn 208 King St., Charleston 843-720-2946 www.thevictoriahouseinn.com
Wentworth Mansion 149 Wentworth St., Charleston 843-853-1886 www.wentworthmansion.com
Zero Water Street Bed & Breakfast 31 East Battery, Charleston 843-723-2841 www.zerowaterstreet.com
FOLLY BEACH Holiday Inn Charleston on the Beach 1 Center St., Folly Beach 843-588-6464 www.charlestononthebeach.com
ISLE OF PALMS Seaside Inn 1004 Ocean Blvd., Isle of Palms 843-886-7000 www.seasideinniop.com
The Boardwalk Inn at Wild Dunes Resort 5757 Palm Blvd., Isle of Palms 843-886-6000 www.wilddunes.com
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1251 Woodland Ave., Mount Pleasant 843-284-0900 www.marriott.com/chscm
1401 Shrimp Boat Lane, Mount Pleasant 843-881-1000 www.shemcreekinn.com
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KIAWAH ISLAND The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort One Sanctuary Beach Drive, Kiawah Island 843-768-6000 www.kiawahresort.com
MOUNT PLEASANT Best Western Patriots Point 259 McGrath Darby Blvd. Mount Pleasant 843-971-7070 www.bestwestern.com
Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina 20 Patriots Point Road, Mount Pleasant 843-856-0028 www.charlestonharborresort.com
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Shem Creek Inn
261 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. Mount Pleasant 843-881-1800 www.daysinn.com
16 Patriots Point Road, Mount Pleasant 843-849-2413 www.belvicereclub.com
Hampton Inn & Suites
101 Pitt St., Mount Pleasant 843-388-8935 www.oldvillageposthouse.com
1104 Isle of Palms Connector Mount Pleasant 843-856-3900 www.charlestonisleofpalmssuites. hamptoninn.com
Holiday Inn Patriots Point 250 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. Mount Pleasant 843-884-6000 www.himtpleasant.com
Homewood Suites by Hilton 1998 Riviera Drive, Mount Pleasant 843-881-6950 www.charlestonmtpleasant.homewoodsuites.com
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The Inn at Long Point 1199 Long Point Road, Mount Pleasant 843-416-8484 www.theinnatlongpointbandb.com
NORTH CHARLESTON Wingate by Wyndham 5219 North Arco Lane, North Charleston 843-308-9666 www.wingateinncharleston.com
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Comfort Inn Coliseum 5055 North Arco Lane North Charleston 843-554-6485 www.choicehotels.com
Courtyard by Marriott Charleston North 2415 Mall Drive, North Charleston 843-747-9122 www.marriott.com/chscn
Embassy Suites Hotel Airport/ Convention Center 5055 International Blvd., North Charleston 843-747-1882 www.embassysuitescharleston.com
Hampton Inn Charleston North 7424 Northside Drive, North Charleston 843-820-2030 www.hamptoninn.com
Hilton Garden Inn-Charleston Airport 5265 International Blvd. North Charleston 843-308-9330 www.hiltongardeninn.com
Holiday Inn Charleston Airport and Convention Center 5264 International Blvd. North Charleston 843-576-0300 www.holiday-inn.com/chastnairport
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Holiday Inn Express-Summerville 120 Holiday Drive, Summerville 843-875-3300 www.hiexpress.com/summervillesc
Residence Inn Charleston Airport
Woodlands Resort & Inn
7670 Northwoods Blvd. North Charleston 843-553-1600 www.charlestonconvention.com/ hotel09.htm
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125 Parsons Road, Summerville 843-875-2600 www.woodlandsinn.com
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Sheraton North Charleston 4770 Goer Drive, North Charleston 843-747-1900 www.sheraton.com/northcharleston
207 Central Ave., Summerville 843-486-0419 www.bbonline.com/sc/kingsinn
8975 Elms Center Road, North Charleston 843-569-3200 www.hiexpress.com/charleston-n
Quality Inn 7415 Northside Drive, North Charleston 843-572-6677 www.choicehotels.com/hotels/sc276
Radisson Hotel Charleston Airport 5991 Rivers Ave., North Charleston 843-744-2501 www.radisson.com/charlestonsc_airport
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Sleep Inn North 7435 Northside Drive, North Charleston 843-572-8400 www.sleepincharleston.com
The North Charleston Inn 2934 W. Montague Ave., North Charleston 843-744-8281 www.northcharlestoninn.com
304 South Hampton St., Summerville 843-871-5275 www.bbonline.com/sc/summerville
Linwood Historic Home and Gardens Bed & Breakfast 200 South Palmetto St., Summerville 843-871-2620 www.bbonline.com/sc/linwood
Price House Cottage Bed & Breakfast 224 Sumter Ave., Summerville 843-871-1877 www.pricehousecottage.com
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he depth and breadth of Charleston’s arts scene just may surprise you. From established galleries and historic theaters to funky festivals and improv comedy, the Holy City and surrounding areas have it all. The following is just a small selection of what’s available to spark and satisfy your artistic cravings.
City Gallery at Waterfront Park
Visual arts Artistic Sprit Gallery
French Quarter Gallery Association
Artistic Spirit Gallery, located at the Navy Yard at Noisette, features well-known artists’ work and “outsider art,”—pieces created by self-taught, emerging artists. Call for an appointment. 10 Storehouse Row, Charleston, 843-579-0149. www.artisticspiritgallery
More than 30 galleries are members of the French Quarter Gallery Association. The galleries stay open late the first Friday night in March, April, May, June, October and December for the very popular Art Walks. Free. 843-724-3424. www.frenchquarterarts.com
Carolina Galleries
Gallery Chuma
This Church Street gallery focuses on two distinct periods in Charleston history: First, the Charleston Renaissance, which took place during the first half of the 20th century and features artwork inspired by the beauty and war-ravaged Lowcountry. And second, 21st century Charleston, which includes more recent paintings that capture the personality of the region, from its historic streets to quintessential marsh scenes. 106-A Church St., 843-720-8622. www.carolinagalleries.com
Specializing in the works of the Gullah people of coastal South Carolina, Gallery Chuma features Gullah art, books, crafts, storytelling, tours and food. 43 John St., Charleston, 843-722-7568. www.gallerychuma.com
The City Gallery presents six to eight exhibits each year focusing on contemporary visual arts created by local, regional, national and international artists. 34 Prioleau St., Charleston, 843-958-6484. www.ci.charleston.sc.us
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Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art Administered by the School of the Arts at the College of Charleston, the Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art was created to advocate, exhibit and interpret visual art, with an emphasis on contemporary art. 54 St. Philip St., Charleston, 843-953-5680. http://halsey.cofc.edu/index.php
MOJA Arts Festival Now in its 26th year, the annual MOJA Arts Festival is a celebration of African American and Caribbean arts and features music, visual art, storytelling, performances, crafts, children’s activities and more. 843-724-7305. www.mojafestival.com
New Perspectives Gallery New Perspectives Gallery was created to provide a venue where residents and visitors can experience contemporary and experimental artwork from Charleston area artists. 180 Meeting St., Charleston, 843-958-6459. www.ci.charleston.sc.us Photo Courtesy of the Charleston CVB
Charleston Fine Art Dealers’ Association Created in 1999, the Charleston Fine Art Dealers’ Association now includes 15 galleries. The association hosts the Fine Art Annual, a weekend event held each November that features national artists and raises funds to support art programs in local schools. www.cfada.com
discovery walking tours. 135 Meeting St., Charleston. 843-722-2706. www.gibbesmuseum.org
Gibbes Museum of Art As Charleston’s only visual arts museum, the Gibbes also offers a variety of educational programs, group tours and art
North Charleston City Gallery Located in the common areas at the Charleston Area Convention Center, the North Charleston City Gallery features exhibits that are rotated on a monthly basis. 5001 Coliseum Drive, North Charleston, 843-745-1087. www.northcharleston.org
Left: Gibbes Museum of Art. Right: Historic Dock Street Theatre.
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Piccolo Spoleto Piccolo Spoleto was created in 1979 to coincide with the international Spoleto Festival USA and primarily features artists from the Southeast. Held at a variety of locations in downtown Charleston. 843-724-7305. www.piccolospoleto.com
Spoleto Festival USA Held each spring since 1977, this 17-day festival features visual art exhibits and more than 120 performances from opera to jazz music. 843-722-2764; Box office: 843-579-3100. www.spoletofestivalusa.org
throughout the year from bluegrass to blues. 37 John St., Charleston. www.charlestonmusichall.com
Charleston Stage While the Dock Street Theatre is undergoing a three-year, $20 million renovation, Charleston Stage is holding performances at the College of Charleston’s Sottile Theatre and the newly-renovated Memminger Auditorium. Charleston Stage was founded in 1978 and is the state’s largest professional theatre company. 843-577-7183. www.charlestonstage.com
Photo Courtesy of the Charleston Symphony Orchestra
Performing arts The Actors’ Theatre of South Carolina Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Charleston, members of the Actors’ Theatre travel the state presenting a full season of performances as well as acting classes. 843-588-9636. www.actorstheatreofsc.org
American Theater The American Theatre opened in 1942 as one of Charleston’s premiere movie houses. It closed in 1977 and stood vacant for 20 years until it was revitalized and reopened in 2003 as a state-of-the-art meeting and conference facility. It also hosts a variety of performances, including Spoleto activities. 446 King St., Charleston. 843-853-0246. www.americantheater.com
Charleston Ballet Theatre During the last 20 years, the Charleston Ballet Theatre has achieved national recognition for its artistic and professional presentations of a range of works from classic to eclectic. 477 King St., Charleston. 843-723-7334. www.charlestonballet.org
Charleston Music Hall Said to offer some of the best acoustics in Charleston, the Charleston Music Hall welcomes a variety of performers
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Charleston Symphony Orchestra
Charleston Symphony Orchestra Founded in 1936, the Charleston Symphony Orchestra is the largest full-time performing arts organization in South Carolina. Known for its Masterworks and Pops series, the CSO also offers holiday performances and family concerts throughout the year. Concerts are held at various locations around Charleston including the Gaillard Auditorium and the Memminger Auditorium. 77 Calhoun St., Charleston. 843-723-7528. www.charlestonsymphony.com
The Dock Street Theatre The historic Dock Street Theatre is currently undergoing a three-year, $20 million
renovation that is expected to be complete in 2010. The theatre originally opened in 1736 and was the first building built specifically for theatrical productions. It is a performance venue for Spoleto Festival USA and home of Charleston Stage. 135 Church St., Charleston. 843-720-3968. www.charlestoncity.info
Flowertown Players This community theater presents a range of productions from musicals to serious dramas, as well as performances and classes just for children. 133 S. Main St., Summerville. 843-875-9251. www.flowertownplayers.org
Footlight Players Theatre Since 1931, the Footlight Players Thea tre has presented a variety of stage products and has become known as one of the top community theatres in the South. A typical season includes six performances. 20 Queen St., Charleston. 843-722-4487. www.footlightplayers.net
The Gaillard Municipal Auditorium Built in 1968, the Gaillard hosts a multitude of events and performances from rock ‘n’ roll concerts to fashion shows. 77 Calhoun St., Charleston, 843-577-7400. www.charlestoncity.info
The Have Nots! Comedy Improv Called the longest-running show in Charleston, The Have Nots! cast has been together for 13 years and performed more than 1,200 shows. Local shows are held at Theatre 99, the group’s own theatre, as well as other locations throughout Charleston. 280 Meeting St., Charleston. 843-853-6687. www.thehavenots.com
Memminger Auditorium Built in the 1930s as an auditorium for
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Memminger High School; the building stood vacant since the 1960s and was severely damaged by Hurricane Hugo. Spoleto Festival USA played a large part in the building’s recent $6 million renovation and the facility reopened in 2008. Now used for a variety of performances from international artists performing as part of Spoleto, to local school groups. 56 Beaufain St., Charleston.
North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center The North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center have hosted numerous events from hockey games to Broadway shows throughout the year.
The coliseum seats more than 13,000 for a concert performance. The Performing Arts Center seats 2,300. 5001 Coliseum Drive, North Charleston, 843-529-5011. www.coliseumpac.com
Pure Theatre PURE Theatre performs at the Circular Congregational Church and has gained respect as a small professional theatre focusing on the works of contemporary playwrights. 150 Meeting St., Charleston, 843-723-4444. www.puretheatre.org
Sottile Theatre The Sottile Theatre opened in 1922 as The Gloria Theatre and hosted the premiere of
Gone With the Wind in 1939. It’s now the home of various performances, including Charleston Symphony Orchestra concerts and Spoleto Festival performances. 44 George St., Charleston, 843-953-5623 http://www.sottile.cofc.edu
Village Playhouse Open since 2001, the Village Playhouse and Repertory Company offer more than 150 nights of entertainment each season. Classics, as well as new dramas and musicals can be experienced within a venue that features small, candle-lit tables rather than auditorium seating. 730 Coleman Blvd., Mt. Pleasant, 843-856-1579. www.thevillageplayhouse.com
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Attractions and Tours Aiken-Rhett House Charleston merchant John Robinson built the Aiken-Rhett House in 1817 and sold it to William Aiken Sr. in 1827. Aiken’s son and namesake moved into the property with his new bride in 1833. William Aiken Jr. was one of the state’s wealthiest citizens and served as governor from 1844-1846. The home remained in the Aiken family until the 1970s, when it was donated to the Charleston Museum and subsequently purchased by the Historic Charleston Foundation. 48 Elizabeth St. 843-7231159. www.historiccharleston.org
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Angel Oak Located on John’s Island, the massive and majestic Angel Oak has been shading the ground beneath it for an estimated 1,400 years. It has a circumference of 25 feet; its branches reach out 160 feet from the trunk
and cover 17,000 square feet. 3688 Angel Oak Road, Charleston. 843-559-3496. www.angeloaktree.org
Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens Experience what plantation life was like in the 1800s at one of America’s oldest working plantations. At one time, Boone Hall produced cotton and pecans, but today, the main crops are strawberries, peaches and other fruits and vegetables. Tour the plantation house, slave cabins and gardens, and don’t forget to stop by the U-Pick fields before you head home. 1235 Long Point Road, Mount Pleasant. 843-884-4371. www.boonehallplantation.com
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Since 1987, the American Museum has
offered military buffs the chance to view authentic artifacts from 14 different American conflicts. Pieces represent the Revolutionary War through the recent war in Iraq. More than 70 cases display 260 uniforms, 33 flags, medals and hundreds of artifacts from Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard. The museum is located in the Aquarium Wharf. 360 Concord St., Charleston. 843-5777000. www.americanmilitarymuseum.org
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Focusing on canoe and kayak tours of the Edisto River and Bull Island, Carolina Heritage Outfitters offers 10-mile day trips and 22-mile overnight trips where you can spend the night in a private tree house. Highway 15, Canadys. 843-563-5051. www.canoesc.com
Charleston. 843-852-4200. www.southcarolinaparks.com
The Charleston Museum
Home of the StingRays, Carolina Ice Palace also offers public skating and lessons. 7665 Northwoods Blvd., Charleston. 843-572-2717. www.carolinaicepalace.com
Charleston is a city of many firsts, including America’s first museum. Founded in 1773, the museum provides an authentic look into the history of Charleston and the Lowcountry. In addition to the museum, you can explore two houses listed as National Historic Landmarks, the Joseph Manigualt House and the Heyward-Washington House. 360 Meeting St., Charleston. 843722-2996. www.charlestonmuseum.org
Caw Caw Nature History and Interpretive Center
Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry
Located south of Charleston in Ravenel, the Caw Caw Interpretive Center was once part of several rice plantations. It offers interpretive exhibits and programs, as well as more than 6 miles of trails with elevated boardwalks through the wetlands. 5200 Savannah Hwy., Ravenel. 843-889-8898. www.ccprc.com
Since opening in September of 2003, the Children’s Museum has seen more than 450,000 visitors. It features eight interactive exhibits and offers something for children ages 3 months to 12 years. 25 Ann St., Charleston. 843-853-8962. www.explorecml.org
Carolina Ice Palace
Charles Pinckney Historic Site Charles Pinckney, one of the signers of the U.S. Constitution, owned a coastal plantation in what is now Mount Pleasant. The 715-acre plantation is now a national historic site and includes a walking trail, archeological excavations and a visitor center. 1254 Long Point Road, Mount Pleasant. 843-881-5516. www.nps.gov/chpi
Charles Towne Landing State Historic Park Rebuilt in 2006, Charles Towne Landing focuses on its rich history as the location of the first permanent European settlement in South Carolina. Explore the park’s new visitor’s center, museum and archaeology exhibit. Experience the natural habitat zoo, 80 acres of gardens and a replica of a 17thcentury ship. 1500 Old Towne Road,
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The Citadel Archives & Museum Featuring memorabilia from special events, cadet uniforms and more, the Citadel Museum represents the history of The Military College of South Carolina. 171 Moultrie St., Charleston. 843-953-6846. www.citadel.edu/museum
The Confederate Museum History buffs won’t want to miss a trip to the Confederate Museum, located on the second floor of the recently-renovated City Market Hall. 188 Meeting St., Charleston. 843-723-1541. www.csa-scla.org/articles/ ConfederateMuseum.htm
Cypress Gardens Once one of the area’s largest rice plantations, Cypress Gardens is now a pristine black water swamp that has served as a location for several movies, including
Magnolia Plantation
Notebook and The Patriot. Walk along the scenic trails or take a boat through the swamp to experience the towering cypress and tupelo trees. 3030 Cypress Gardens Road, Moncks Corner. 843553-0515. www.cypressgardens.info
Drayton Hall Drayton Hall stands apart from other historic properties in that the house is not furnished, allowing the imagination to run wild. Drayton Hall’s mission is to maintain the look and feel the plantation had when it was turned over to the National Trust in 1974. 3380 Ashley River Road, Charleston. 843-769-2600. www.draytonhall.org
Edisto Beach State Park Located just an hour south of Charleston, Edisto Beach State Park offers an oceanfront campground as well as a maritime forest full of live oaks and some of the state’s tallest Palmetto trees. State Cabin Road, Edisto Island. 843-869-2756. www.southcarolinaparks.com
Edisto Island Museum Established in 1990, the Edisto Island Museum is run by the Edisto Island Historic Preservation Society. The museum recounts the island’s history through a variety of exhibits. 8123 Chisolm Plantation Road, Edisto Island. 843-869-1954. www.edistomuseum.com INTRO Newcomers guide to Charleston
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Edisto Island Serpentarium & Gift Shop
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Learn about reptiles that are native to the region, as well as those from around the world at the Edisto Island Serpentarium. Explore the indoor and outdoor exhibits and watch alligators and turtles swim in the outdoor ponds. 1374 Hwy. 174, Edisto Island. 843-869-1171. www.edistoserpentarium.com
Folly Beach County Park Kevin, one of Classic Carriage’s best tour guides.
Carriage Tours Carolina Polo & Carriage Co. The only carriage company in the city owned and operated by Charlestonians whose family has been in Charleston since the 1600s. 181 Church St., 16 Hayne St., Charleston. 843-577-6767. http://cpcc.com
Classic Carriage Tours A carriage ride with Classic Carriage Tours will provide insight on the city of Charleston and a lesson in Southern culture. 10 Guignard St., Charleston. 843-853-3747. www.classiccarriage.com
Old South Carriage Tours Guides dressed in a Confederate uniform will take you around the city, providing information on more than 300 years of Charleston’s history. 14 Anson St., Charleston. 843-723-9712. www.oldsouthcarriage.com
Old Towne Carriage Co. Hop on a carriage ride that will take you through the historic market and past historic homes and buildings in a 25-30 block area downtown. 20 Anson St., Charleston. 843-722-1315. www.oldtownecarriage.com
Palmetto Carriage Works The oldest carriage company in Charleston, Palmetto Carriage Works covers a 30-block area of the historic district. Evening tours offered in the summer. 40 N. Market St., Charleston. 843-723-8145. www.carriagetour.com
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Located on the west end of Folly Island, Folly Beach County Park allows beachgoers to enjoy the sand and surf with lifeguards, picnic areas and bathroom facilities. 1100 W. Ashley Ave., Folly Beach. 843-588-2426. www.beachparks.com/follybeach.htm
Fort Moultrie Fort Moultrie, located on Sullivan’s Island across from Fort Sumter, has been restored to reflect the major events in the fort’s history, from World War II to the American Revolution. 1214 Middle St., Sullivan’s Island. 843-883-3123. www.nps.gov/fomo
Fort Sumter Fort Sumter is known as the site where the American Revolution began. Take a boat ride from Charleston or Mount Pleasant to the fort where you can walk right up to thick brick walls built to withstand cannon fire. Park rangers are available to answer questions and a museum offers a host of artifacts. 843-883-3123. www.nps.gov/ fosu/home.htm
H.L. Hunley The H.L. Hunley was the first submarine to ever sink an enemy ship. It was lost at sea for 137 years and found just outside the Charleston Harbor in 1995 by author and adventurer Clive Cussler. It was raised from the sand and silt in 2000 and can be viewed on the weekends at the Warren Lasch Conservation Center. 1250 Supply St., North
Charleston. 877-448-6539. www.hunley.org
The Center for Birds of Prey The Center for Birds of Prey is dedicated to studying the welfare of birds and their habitats with the mission to educate the public on environmental issues that impact birds and humans. The center treats nearly 400 injured birds of prey each year. Open every day for tours except major holidays. 4719 Hwy. 17 N., Awendaw. 843-928-3494. www.internationalbirdsofprey.org
Isle of Palms County Park This oceanfront park offers picnic tables, a playground, a volleyball court and beach chair rentals. One 14th Ave., Isle of Palms. 843-886-3863. www.beachparks.com/ isleofpalms.htm
Kiawah Beachwalker Park This public beach is located on the west end of the private Kiawah Island. The park includes dressing areas, restrooms, picnic tables, grills and beach chair rentals. Beachwalker Drive, Kiawah Island. 843-768-2395. www.ccprc.com
Magnolia Plantation & Gardens Magnolia Plantation was founded in 1676 by the Drayton family. Tour the historic home and grounds, which includes Spanish moss-draped gardens, a black water swamp garden, slave cabins and a petting zoo. 3550 Ashley River Road, Charleston. 800-3673517. www.magnoliaplantation.com.
Marion Square Home of the Charleston Farmers Market each Saturday from April through December, Marion Square also hosts several events including the Charleston Food + Wine Festival, Charleston Fashion Week and the Southeastern Wildlife Festival. The 10–acre green space in downtown
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Mepkin Abbey A former plantation perched on the bluffs of the Cooper River, Mepkin Abbey is now the home of a Trappist monastery with a garden and chapel open to the public. 1098 Mepkin Abbey Road, Moncks Corner. 843761-8509. www.mepkinabbey.org
Middleton Place This carefully-preserved 18th century plantation offers a glimpse into the life of four generations of Middletons dating back to the 1741. The House Museum, gardens and stableyard are open for tours. Middleton Place is also the location for several annual events including the Spoleto Festival finale. 4300 Ashley River Road, Charleston. 843556-6020. www.middletonplace.org
Morris Island Lighthouse Originally constructed 1,200 feet from the ocean, the land the Morris Island Lighthouse sits on today is submerged in water. A group called Save the Lighthouse has been working since 1999 to coordinate the stabilization, erosion control and restoration of the lighthouse. So far, the group has raised more than $4.5 million for this purpose. 843-556-0353. www.savethelight.org
Old City Market Open 365 days a year, the Old City Market consists of four open-air buildings that are filled with vendors and shoppers. At one end of the market sits Market Hall, a substantial building with a curved iron staircase. Located on Market Street between Meeting and East Bay streets. 843-856-8000. www.charlestoncity.info
Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon Built in 1771, this three-story building was an important part of South Carolina’s,
Philip Simmons Children’s Garden
and the nation’s, history. It was the place where, in 1776, South Carolina drafted its first constitution and declared independence from Great Britain. Beneath the Old Exchange building is the Provost Dungeon. Both areas are open for tours. 122 East Bay St., Charleston. 843-727-2165 or 1-888763-0448. www.oldexchange.com Photo Courtesy of the Charleston CVB
Charleston is bordered by King, Calhoun and Meeting streets. www.charlestoncity.info
Market Hall at the Old City Market.
Old Slave Mart Museum Once used as a slave auction gallery, the Old Slave Mart was constructed in 1859. Its uses through the years range from a tenement dwelling to an auto repair shop. The city of Charleston acquired the property in 1988 and now operates a museum here. 6 Chalmers St., Charleston, 843-9586467. www.charlestoncity.info
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum The museum at Patriots Point is a state-run military museum that displays four World War II-era vessels and more than a dozen vintage aircraft. The aircraft carrier USS Yorktown is also the home to the Medal of Honor Society Museum. 40 Patriots Point Road, Mount Pleasant. 866-831-1720, 843884-2727. www.patriotspoint.org
Philip Simmons, born in 1912, is a world-renowned iron worker whose works include more than 500 pieces of ornamental wrought iron gates, fences, balconies and window grills. The Philip Simmons Children’s Garden celebrates the blacksmith’s artistic skill and social contributions. The garden is located at the corner of East Bay and Blake streets. 843-830-4674. www.simmonschildrensgarden.com
Powder Magazine Completed in 1713, the Powder Magazine is the oldest public building in South Carolina and may be the oldest surviving building in all of the former British colonies. It served as a military storage area for loose gun power until 1770 and has since served as a wine cellar, a print shop and a museum. 79 Cumberland St., Charleston. 843-722-9350. www.powdermag.org
Shem Creek Maritime Museum Located on the bank of historic Shem Creek, this outdoor exhibit offers a look at Charleston’s rich maritime heritage. 514 Mill St., Mount Pleasant. 843-849-9000.
South Carolina Aquarium The South Carolina Aquarium provides a look at the wildlife you’ll find in South Carolina from the mountains to the sea. 100 Aquarium Wharf, Charleston. 843720-1990. www.scaquarium.org
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n the mood to explore? The Lowcountry’s location provides easy access to a host of interesting places. Just about anything you would want to see — from majestic mountains and tranquil rivers, to swinging hotspots and quirky stores — is within a few hours’ drive. So gas up, roll down the windows and don’t forget to take the back roads. Opposite page: Myrtle Beach fishing pier. Below: Chimney Rock.
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Asheville, N.C. –Tucked into what seems like a cupped hand of a valley is a town that was built by pioneering souls that holds tight to its free-thinking, artistic roots. It’s a town that attracts thousands of visitors each year who flock to see mountain vistas, ogle the Gilded Age splendor of the Biltmore Mansion, shop an eclectic range of boutiques, or tuck into a variety of global cuisine at restaurants that feature local (and often organic) ingredients. Homegrown bands play at intimate venues, while plenty of touring acts stop in western North Carolina’s largest city. Festivals abound celebrating everything from the glittering holiday pageantry of Biltmore to the humble bounty of the mountain’s fruits and vegetables. www.exploreasheville.com Atlanta, Ga. – The proud capital of the “New South” is a diverse and welcoming metropolitan area. Neighborhood enclaves, each with their own distinctive flair, hold a wealth of sights and cultural attractions that range from pop (the Coca-Cola Museum) to fine art (the High Museum). The new Georgia Aquarium is already drawing thousands of eager spectators to view the watery world of deep sea creatures while the Botanical Garden and Piedmont Park encourage outdoor strolls amid gorgeous landscaping. Shop boutiques or big malls, club hop into the wee hours, or take in a Braves or Falcons game. www.atlanta.net Charlotte, N.C. – Though the Queen City reigns over a bustling big business scene, Charlotte has plenty Southern charm with a strong dose of contemporary fine dining and a chic shopping scene that has sprung up in all pockets of the city. Rosedale Plantation offers visitors a chance to witness the pace and elegance of the past, as does the
Fourth Ward with its streets filled with fine specimens of Victorian architecture. Those preferring a more exciting pace will appreciate a plethora of NCAA hoops along with the NBA’s Charlotte Bobcats. The NFL’s Carolina Panthers satisfy a taste for gridiron clashes and you can hear the NASCAR engines roar just north of the city at Lowe’s Motor Speedway. Fans get their turn at the wheel at the Richard Petty Driving Experience at the speedway or they can simply soak in history at the Auto Racing Hall of Fame in nearby Mooresville. www.charlottesgotalot.com Great Smoky Mountain National Park, N.C./Tenn. – Formed hundreds of millions of years ago, these mountains are some of the oldest in the world and are comprised of peaks that rise up over
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6,000 feet. The park encompasses more than 520,000 acres of forests, streams, rivers, waterfalls and hiking trails passing through valleys, peaks and forests with plenty of overlooks to take in scenic views. Perhaps even more striking than its size is the enormous variety of plants, trees, mammals, birds and fish — so many that the United Nations has designated the park an International Biosphere Reserve. More than 100 species of trees thrive in the park. www.nps.gov/grsm Hilton Head Island, S.C. – Wellknown among golf fanatics around the world, Hilton Head Island boasts nearly 30 golf courses nestled among lush pine and live oak forests that offer some of the most challenging holes on the East Coast. Hilton Head Island is the largest barrier
island off the Atlantic coast between Long Island and the Bahamas. And while it is known for its beautiful beach and fantastic golf, it’s also known for its shopping — from outlet malls to local boutiques — and its restaurants, many featuring seafood fresh off the boat. Hilton Head also includes a thriving arts and cultural scene and has the state’s second largest theater facility, the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina. www.hiltonheadisland.org Myrtle Beach, S.C. – There is always something to do in Myrtle Beach. Located about two hours north of Charleston via U.S. 17, Myrtle Beach offers visitors two outlet malls, more than 100 golf courses, numerous nightlife and concert venues, as well as 60 miles of beaches. On the way, stop by Brookgreen Gardens, a National
Historic Landmark and display garden. www.visitmyrtlebeach.com Savannah, Ga. – About two hours south of Charleston is a waterfront town that will, no doubt, remind you of Charleston with its historic homes and lush gardens filled with azaleas, camellias and towering live oak trees. Founded in 1733, Savannah was the site of many famous Revolutionary and Civil War battles. This history has been preserved and is celebrated along with the city’s vibrant arts and cultural scene. Its more than 20 city squares, monuments, parks, historic homes, churches and forts will appeal to history buffs of all ages. Don’t miss River Street with its waterfront park, quirky shops and varied restaurants. www.savannahvisit.com INTRO Newcomers guide to Charleston
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Calendar of Events Lowcountry Oyster Festival Each January, two tractor trailer loads of oysters – more than 65,000 pounds – are brought in for the annual Lowcountry Oyster Festival. Special contests, live music and activities are scheduled throughout the day, including an oyster shucking contest, oyster eating contest and a contest between local chefs for the best oyster recipe. Boone Hall Plantation, 843-805-3084. www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com
Known for its world-class original art, diverse exhibits and animal demonstrations, the annual Southeastern Wildlife Exposition kicks off in February with approximately 120 artists and more than 350 exhibitors. The nation’s largest wildlife and nature event offers a variety of exhibits throughout Charleston, including its trademark conservation exhibits, birds of prey and retriever demonstrations, and the new crowd favorite: Dock Dogs. Various locations, 843-723-1748. www.sewe.com
Charleston Food + Wine Festival Held each March, this festival celebrates the culinary history and culture of the Lowcountry. Foodies can enjoy more than 50 events during the four-day event, including a Sip and Stroll, a wine tasting and auction and a Gospel brunch. Marion Square is the central location for most activities. 843-7279998. www.charlestonfoodandwine.com
Charleston Fashion Week During Charleston’s Fashion Week, Marion Square is transformed into a venue that rivals New York’s Bryant Park. The latest
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trends from local designers and boutique owners will be featured at this annual fashion event held in March. www.charlestonfashionweek.com
Charleston International Antiques Show Featuring more than 30 of the nation’s most prominent antique dealers, the
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Southeastern Wildlife Exposition 2009
Charleston International Antiques Show is held each spring and has become a premier destination for antique collectors. 40 East Bay St., Charleston. 843-722-3405. www.historiccharleston.org
Summerville Flowertown Festival This three-day event is held each spring
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and organized by the Summerville Family YMCA. The festival includes a host of food vendors and more than 200 artisans from across the country, as well as a 10k run. 843-871-9622. www.summervilleymca.org
Annual Spring Festival of Houses & Gardens
Spoleto Festival USA Held each spring since 1977, this 17day festival features visual art exhibits and more than 120 performances from opera to jazz music. 843-722-2764; Box office: 843-579-3100. www.spoletofestivalusa.org
Some of Charleston’s finest historic homes and gardens are on display during the Historic Charleston Foundation’s Annual Spring Festival of Houses and Gardens. Each Festival tour features eight to 10 properties dating from the American colonial period through the antebellum and Victorian years of architecture, to the early 20th century. 843-722-3405. http://historiccharleston.org
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Cooper River Bridge Run Held at the end of March or in early April each year, this event includes a 10k run across the Cooper River on the new Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge. It begins in Mount Pleasant and ends in downtown Charleston. 843-792-1586. www.bridgerun.com
During this annual tour, hosted by the Preservation Society, you can experience some of the region’s most historic homes and gardens. The tour also serves as a fundraiser for the Preservation Society and is held for five weeks, beginning in September. www.preservationsociety.org
Family Circle Cup
Taste of Charleston
After 28 years in Hilton Head Island, the Family Circle Cup moved to a new home on Daniel Island in 2001. A partnership between the city of Charleston and Family Circle magazine helped build a state-of-theart tennis facility that is not only used for the week-long tennis tournament each April, but is also open to the public and used as a venue for sporting and cultural events. 800-677-2293. www.familycirclecup.com
This three-day event, held each October, showcases more than 40 area restaurants. In addition to great food to sample, there is also an Iron Chef competition and an art walk. Held at Boone Hall Plantation. 843-577-4030. www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com
Piccolo Spoleto Piccolo Spoleto was created in 1979 to coincide with the international Spoleto Festival USA and primarily features artists from the Southeast. Held at a variety of locations in downtown Charleston. 843724-7305. www.piccolospoleto.com
Now in its 26th year, the annual MOJA Arts Festival is a celebration of African American and Caribbean arts and features music, visual art, storytelling, performances, crafts, children’s activities and more. 843-724-7305. www.mojafestival.com
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Holiday Festival of Lights Millions of sparkling lights at the James Island County Park will get you in the holiday spirit. When the event started in 1990, there were only 18 light displays. Now there are 2 million lights and 600 light displays. The festival is open from November to just after New Years. 843-795-4386. www.ccprc.com INTRO Newcomers guide to Charleston
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QUICK LINKS
Quick Links TELEPHONE BellSouth www.bellsouth.com
Home Telephone Company www.hometelco.com
Knology www.knology.com
Lincolnville www.lincolnvillesc.com
McClellanville http://www.townofmcclellanville-sc.net/
Meggett www.meggettsc.com
Moncks Corner http://townofmonckscorner.sc.gov/
CABLE Comcast www.comcast.com
HomeStar http://www.hometelco.com/cableTelevision.php
Knology www.knology.com
Time Warner Cable www.timewarnercable.com
Mount Pleasant
Rockville www.townofrockville.com
Seabrook Island www.townofseabrookisland.org
Sullivan’s Island www.sullivansisland-sc.com
CITY GUIDES Charleston’s Finest City Guide http://www.charlestonsfinest.com
COUNTY GOVERNMENTS
Santee Cooper South Carolina Electric & Gas www.sceg.com
Berkeley County www.co.berkeley.sc.us
Charleston County www.charlestoncounty.org
CITY GOVERNMENTS Awendaw
Dorchester County www.dorchestercounty.net
www.awendawsc.org
www.boonehallplantation.com
Carolina Heritage Outfitters www.canoesc.com
Carolina Ice Palace www.carolinaicepalace.com
Caw Caw Interpretive Center www.ccprc.com
Charleston Ghost and Graveyard Tours The Charleston Museum www.charlestonmuseum.org
Charleston Pinckney Historic Site
CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE
www.townofhollywood.org
Kiawah Island www.kiawahisland.org
Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon www.oldexchange.com
Old Slave Mart Museum www.charlestoncity.info
Old South Carriage Tours www.oldsouthcarriagetours.com
Palmetto Carriage Tours www.carriagetour.com
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum www.patriotspoint.org
South Carolina Aquarium www.scaquarium.org
Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry
www.americantheater.com
www.explorecml.org
The Citadel Museum The Confederate Museum
American Theater Carolina Galleries www.carolinagalleries.com
Charleston Ballet Theatre www.charlestonballet.org
Charleston Stage www.charlestonstage.com
Charleston Symphony Orchestra
www.cypressgardens.info
www.charlestonsymphony.com
Edisto Island Museum
City Gallery at Waterfront Park
www.edistomuseum.com
www.charlestoncity.info
Greater Dorchester – Summerville Chamber of Commerce
Edisto Beach State Park
Flowertown Players
www.gsdcchamber.org
http://www.iop.net/ www.townofjamesislandsc.org
www.savethelight.org
www.charlestonchamber.net
Isle of Palms James Island
Morris Island Lighthouse
www.actorstheatreofsc.org
Cypress Gardens
Hollywood
www.middletonplace.org
http://www.southcarolinaparks.com/ park-finder/state-park/1575.aspx
www.bcoc.com
www.cityofhanahan.com
Middleton Place
The Actors’ Theatre of South Carolina
www.follybeachsouthcarolina.org
Hanahan
www.magnoliaplantation.com
Arts
Folly Beach
www.cityofgoosecreek.com
Magnolia Plantation
www.nps.gov/chpi
www.csa-scla.org/articles/ConfederateMuseum.htm
Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce
http://ccprc.com/index.asp?nid=932
Charles Towne Landing State Historic Park
Berkeley County Chamber of Commerce
Goose Creek
TRANSPORTATION CARTA (Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority)
www.southcarolinaparks.com
www.flowertownplayers.org
Edisto Island Serpentarium www.
Footlight Players Theatre
edistoserpentarium.com
www.footlightplayers.net
Folly Beach State Park
French Quarter Gallery Association
http://ccprc.com/index.asp?nid=932
Fort Moultrie www.nps.gov/fomo
www.ridecarta.com
Fort Sumter
Charleston International Airport
www.nps.gov/fosu/home.htm
www.chs-airport.com
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Audubon Swamp Garden
www.citadel.edu/museum
Charleston www.charlestoncity.info
www.ghostwalk.net
www.bulldogtours.com
www.edistoelectric.com www.santeecooper.com
Anna’s House & Garden Tour/Ghost Walk
Boone Hall Plantations & Garden
ELECTRICITY AND NATURAL GAS
Edisto Electric Cooperative
Isle of Palms County Park
http://www.americanmilitarymuseum.org/
North Charleston
www.summerville.sc.us
www.becsc.com
www.internationalbirdsofprey.org
www.townofmountpleasant.com www.northcharleston.org
The International Center for Birds of Prey
American Military Museum
http://www.magnoliaplantation.com/ gardens.html
Summerville
Berkeley Electric Cooperative
THINGS TO DO
Attractions
www.frenchquarterarts.com
Gibbes Museum of Art www.gibbesmuseum.org
The Have Nots! Comedy Improv www.thehavenots.org
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First Baptist Church School
www.mojafestival.com
www.fbschool.org
North Charleston City Gallery
First Baptist Church School of Mount Pleasant
www.northcharleston.org
Spoleto Festival USA/ Piccolo Spoleto www.piccolospoleto.com
www.fbcsmtpleasant.org
James Island Christian School www.jics.org
Mason Preparatory School PUBLIC SCHOOLS Berkeley County School District www.berkeley.k12.sc.us
Charleston County School District www.ccsdschools.com
Dorchester County www.dorchester2.k12.sc.us
www.masonprep.org
Nativity School www.nativity-school.com
Northside Christian School www.nativity-school.com
Northwood Academy www.northwoodacademy.com
The Oaks Christian School www.oakschristianschool.org
CHARTER SCHOOLS
Pinewood Preparatory School
Charleston Development Academy
www.pinewoodprep.com
www.charlestondevelopmentacademy.org
www.portergaud.edu
East Cooper Montessori Charter School www.montessoricharterschool.com
James Island Charter High School
Porter-Gaud School Riverbend Christian Academy www.riverbendchristian.org
St. John’s Catholic School www.www.catholic-doc.org/stjohnschool
www.jicharterhigh.org
Summerville Catholic School
Orange Grove Elementary Charter School
Trident Academy
www.summervillecatholic.org
http://orangegrove.ccsdschools.com
www.tridentacademy.com
Youthbuild Charleston
Trinity Montessori School
www.youthbuildcharterschool.org
PRIVATE SCHOOLS Addleston Hebrew Academy www.addlestone.org
Ashley Hall www.ashleyhall.org
Bishop England High School www.behs.com
Blessed Sacrament School www.scbss.org/home.aspx
Cathedral Academy www.cathedralacademy.org
Charleston Catholic School www.charlestoncatholic.com
Charleston Christian School www.charlestonchristian.org
Charleston Collegiate School www.charlestoncollegiate.org
Charleston Day School www.charlestondayschool.org
Divine Redeemer Catholic School www.divineredeemerschool.com
Faith Christian School
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COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES American College for the Building Arts www.buildingartscollege.us
Beta Tech Charleston www.betatech.edu/charleston-south-carolina.asp
Charleston School of Law www.charlestonlaw.org
Charleston Southern University www.csuniv.edu
The Citadel www.citadel.edu
College of Charleston www.cofc.edu
Culinary Institute of Charleston www.culinaryinstituteofcharleston.com
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Institute www.erau.edu
Limestone College www.limestone.edu
www.faithchristiansc.org
Medical University of South Carolina
Ferndale Baptist School
www.musc.edu
www.ferndalebaptist.org/school
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Miller-Motte Technical College
HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Charleston
www.mmtccharleston.com
www.healthsouth.com
Moore School of Business www.mooreschool.sc.edu
MUSC Children’s Hospital www.musckids.com
South Carolina State University www.scsu.edu
MUSC Institute of Psychiatry www.muschealth.com/psychiatry
Southern Illinois University http://wed.siu.edu/public/ocdp/Base. php?Location=110
MUSC University Hospital
Southern Wesleyan University
Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center
www.musc.edu
http://www.southernwesleyanucharleston.com/
www.med.va.gov
Trident Technical College
Roper Hospital
www.tridenttech.edu
www.ropersaintfrancis.com/roper
Voorhees College www.voorhees.edu
Storm Eye Institute at MUSC
Webster University
www.muschealth.com/eyes
www.webster.edu
Summerville Medical Center www.tridenthealthsystem.com
Trident Medical Center
HOSPITALS
www.tridenthealthsystem.com
Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital
U.S. Naval Hospital
www.ropersaintfrancis.com
www.nhchasn.med.navy.mil
East Cooper Regional Medical Center www.eastcoopermedctr.com
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NEWCOMER INFORMATION
Newcomer Information HomeStar
City of North Charleston
843-761-8188 www.hometelco.com/homestar.html
843-745-1026 www.northcharleston.org
Knology
Town of Sullivan’s Island
843-225-1000 www.knology.com
843-883-3198 www.sullivansisland-sc.com
Time Warner Cable
Town of Summerville
866-892-7201 www.timewarnercable.com
843-851-5210 www.summerville.sc.us
ELECTRICITY AND NATURAL GAS Berkeley Electric Cooperative 843-761-8200 www.becsc.com
Edisto Electric Cooperative 800-433-3292 www.edistoelectric.com
Santee Cooper 843-761-8000 www.santeecooper.com
South Carolina Electric & Gas 800-251-7234 www.sceg.com
GARBAGE
BellSouth 888-757-6500 www.bellsouth.com
843-225-1000 www.knology.com
CABLE
Home Telephone Company 843-899-1111 www.hometelco.com
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Comcast 800-266-2278 www.comcast.com
Photo by Leslie Halpern
Charleston Water System 843-727-6800 www.charlestonwater.com
Dorchester County Water Authority 843-563-0075 www.dorchestercounty.net
City of Folly Beach 843-588-2447 www.follybeachsouthcarolina.org
City of Goose Creek
843-724-7364 www.charlestoncity.info
City of Isle of Palms
City of Hanahan
Knology
843-572-4400 www.co.berkeley.sc.us
843-797-6220 www.cityofgoosecreek.com
843-824-2200 www.cityofgoosecreek.com
TELEPHONE
Berkeley County Water & Sanitation Authority
City of Charleston
City of Goose Creek
The pineapple fountain at Waterfront Park.
WATER AND SEWER
843-529-3413 www.cityofhanahan.info
City of Isle of Palms 843-886-8956 www.iop.net
James Island Public Service District 843-795-9060 www.charlestoncity.info
Town of Moncks Corner
843-886-6148 www.iopwsc.com
James Island Public Service District 843-795-9060 www.charlestoncity.info
Town of Moncks Corner 843-719-7900 www.townofmonckscorner.com
Town of Mount Pleasant 843-849-2022 www.townofmountpleasant.com
St. John’s Water Company 843-559-0186
843-719-7900 www.townofmonckscorner.com
Town of Sullivan’s Island
Town of Mount Pleasant
Town of Summerville
843-884-8518 www.townofmountpleasant.com
843-559-0186 843-871-0810 www.summerville.sc.us
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