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Calhoun Mansion – Charleston, S.C.

Calhoun Mansion, Charleston, S.C.

Picture Source – CalhounMansion.net 

The Largest Privately Owned Home in Charleston.

16 Meeting Street,
Charleston,
SC – 29401
843-722-8205

‘Nothing else on the Charleston Peninsula compares to the Calhoun Mansion.

Boasting a striking italianate design, the Calhoun Mansion, the largest residence in Charleston, has 35 rooms, a grand ballroom, japanese water gardens, 35 fireplaces, 75 foot high domed stairhall ceiling, khoi ponds, private elevator, three levels of piazzas, ornate chandeliers, a 90 foot cupola, and many more wonderful surprises that make up the house’s more than 24,000 square feet.’

‘Italianate manor house built in 1876 currently used as a private home and a museum; includes photos, tour schedule, and history of the property.’

Source – CalhounMansion.net

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The Citadel – The Military College of South Carolina – Charleston, S.C.

The Citadel - Inside of PT Barracks (Wikipedia)

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171 Moultrie Street,
Charleston,
SC – 29409
843-225-3294
 
www.citadel.edu
 

‘The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina, also known simply as The Citadel, is a state-supported, comprehensivecollege located in Charleston, South Carolina, USA. It is one of the six senior military colleges in the United States, and has 14academic departments divided into five schools offering 20 majors & 25 minors.’

‘The Citadel is best known for its undergraduate Corps of Cadets military program which combines academics, physical challenges and military discipline.’

Core values – Honor, Duty, Respect.

Source – Wikipedia 

Read the History of The Citadel on Wikipedia 

The Citadel and cadets has been depicted in books, movies and music videos including:

– Dear John

– For the Boys

– Pat Conroys novel ‘The Lords of Discipline’

– Tom Schroders novel ‘The Citadel’

– Dave Matthews Bands video ‘American Baby’

and others.

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The Confederate Museum – Charleston, S.C.

Confederate Museum, Charleston, S.C.
Photo source – http://www.csa-scla.org/articles/ConfederateMuseum.htm
 
188 Meeting Street
Charleston,
SC – 29401
843-723-1541
 
The Confederate Museum is located above the open-air market a National Historic Landmark

Hours of Operation: Tuesday – Saturday 11AM – 3:30PM,  Closed on Sundays and Mondays/ Call to verify hours and days. 

Admission: Adults & Teens $5.00—-6 – 12 years old $3.00, Under 6 Free

Built in 1841.

Contains the Daughters of the Confederacy Museum.

During the Civil War the hall was a recruiting station.

Features Greek Revival-style architecture.

The museum has a library, exhibits and artifacts of the confederacy.

Donations Always Welcomed ~
Mail to: Confederate Museum
P.O. Box 20997
Charleston, SC 29413

Find out more…http://www.csa-scla.org/articles/ConfederateMuseum.htm

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Battery Cheves – a Landmark, James Island

Battery Cheves, named after after Capt. Langdon Cheves.   Cheves was a confederate engineer.  He was killed in 1863 at Morris Island.

The battery was listed in National Register of Historic Places in 1863.

The battery is located in a residential neighborhood, Fort Johnson Estates.

This is a great artist’s rendering of the Battery Cheves from the S.C. Battleground Trust and The Museum of the Confederacy in Richmond, Virginia.

The source for the following images –

http://www.nationalregister.sc.gov/charleston/S10817710129/index.htm

Battery Cheves Map

Battery Cheves

“Battery Cheves was built in 1863 and named for Capt. Langdon Cheves, Confederate engineer killed at Morris Island in 1863.

This battery was designed to protect the area between Fort Johnson and Battery Haskell from amphibious attack coming from Morris Island.

Cheves mounted two pieces of heavy artillery at the time of capture. Battery Cheves is located on the southeastern shore of James Island in a suburban residential area.

A simple open battery with four gun emplacements, Battery Cheves is about 280 feel long with a parapet 12.5 feet high and a powder magazine about 15 feet high.

The total position is approximately 240 feet deep. It is currently completely obscured by a dense growth of vegetation. Listed in the National Register August 11, 1982.”

Source – http://www.nationalregister.sc.gov/charleston/S10817710129/index.htm

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Folly Beach County Park, Folly Beach, S.C.

Folly Beach County Park, Folly Beach, S.C.

Picture and Text Below Source – http://bit.ly/o4Mklt

Hours

January-February: 10:00am-5:00pm

March-April: 10:00am-6:00pm

May-Labor Day, 9:00am-7:00pm

September-October: 10:00am-6:00pm

November-December: 10:00am-5:00pm

‘On the west end of the island, situated between the Atlantic Ocean and the Folly River, beachgoers will find Folly Beach County Park. Lifeguards are on duty seasonally along a beautiful beachfront designated swimming area. Skimmer Flats, a major Eastern Brown Pelican rookery, is visible at the west end of the park. Dogs are not permitted on the beach from 10am and 6pm from May 1 through September 30. At all other times, the dog must be on a leash.’

Features:

Year-Round

– Dressing areas

– Restrooms (handicap-accessible)

– Picnic area and grills

– Shelter rentals for group functions

– Boardwalks

 

Seasonal [View Schedule]

– Lifeguards

– Outdoor showers

– Snack bar

– Retail area

– Beach chair & umbrella rentals

1100 West Ashley Avenue,
Folly Beach,
SC – 29439
843-588-2426

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Cooper River Boat Marina – Charleston, S.C.

Like Deep Sea Fishing?   Boating?  Cooper River Marina is the place to get started!

Cooper River Marina - Charleston, S.C.

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LAT 32-49.928 N-079-56.053W

‘Conveniently located two miles north of the Arthur Ravenel, Jr. Bridge and 15 minutes from historic downtown Charleston, the Cooper River Marina is a great facility for recreational and transient boaters.’

Features

– Deep water slips: long-term up to 42-feet, loa; transients up to 125-ft.

– No draft or height restrictions

– Easy harbor access

– 30 amp/120V service

– Floating concrete docks

– Shore side and slip side pump-out service

– Phone line connection for your ISP

– Clean, climate-controlled captains lounge, laundry facilities, showers, and restrooms

– Ships store/convenience store

– Experienced staff

– Fax and email service, Wifi

– Competitive rates

– Ample free parking

– Docking assistance

– Up-to-the-minute local and national weather information

– Gated security

– VHF Channel 16 monitoring

1010 Juneau Avenue,
Charleston,
SC – 29405
843-554-0790bit.ly/nJm9mk
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Lucy’s Grill – John’s Island, S.C. (Closed 12/15/12)

Lucy's Grill

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Lucy’s Grill  (formerly, Red Sky Grill) specializes in New American food.

$$ (10-30)

Hours –  Mon – Sun:5:30 pm-9:00 pm

Casual for Dinner and Drinks

Takes Reservations
Walk-Ins Welcome
Good For Groups
Good For Kids
Take Out
Catering
Waiter Service

 

843-768-8118
1001 Landfall Way
Johns Island, SC 29455Take a right onto Landfall Way, just before the front gate of Seabrook Island
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Coastal Carolina Fair – Ladson, S.C.

Coastal Carolina Fair

Late October –  early November each year

Founded in 1957.  “The Coastal Carolina Fair is in its 55th year (2012), and is bigger and better than ever! The fair runs from Thursday, October 27th until Saturday, November 5th at the Exchange Park in Ladson, SC!”

facebook page – https://www.facebook.com/pages/Coastal-Carolina-Fair/168794753613

Website – http://www.coastalcarolinafair.org
 
55th Annual Coastal Carolina Fair
Hosted by the Exchange Club of Charleston
Ladson, SC 29456
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