International African American Museum, Charleston; (c) IAAM/Joshua Parks

International African American Museum, Charleston; (c) IAAM/Joshua Parks

Charleston

From slavery, revolt & Civil War battles, to celebrated landscaping and “pan-slapping good” cuisine, Charleston is a daring look at America’s past that helps us navigate to a more inclusive future.

History
Slaves were over half the city’s population during the American Revolution.

Cultural Sites
The International African American Museum is a must visit to understand our arrival.

Restaurants
Chalreston offers a nice selction of Gullah, Soul Food and Caribbean options.

Low Country Cuisine
The West African influences on Low Country Cuisine are compelling.

Shops & Galleries
When all else fails there’s always the Sweetgrass Basket ladies

Kalin Thomas visiting Fort Sumter National Monument

Kalin Thomas visiting Fort Sumter National Monument(c) Soul Of America

Denmark Vesey Uprising Against Slavery
Captain Joseph Vesey, an old resident of Charleston, commanded a slave ship …

Colored Troops Glory Assault on Fort Wagner
In July of 1863, the 54th Massachusetts Colored Troops were led by Colonel Robert Gould Shaw.

Places of Worship
Emanuel AME Church stands out among the group of historic Black churches.

Historic Sites
Catfish Row, Denmark Vesey Residence, and Aiken-Rhett House are must-visits.

Family Attractions
South Carolina Aquarium and Charleston Waterfront Park are front-runners.

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General Attractions
Exchange and Customs House held patriots prisoner during the Revolutionary War.

Arts
Gibbes Museum of Art and Dock Street Theatre are worthy of a few hours.

Jazz & Dance
Jazz was evolving simultaneously in Charleston and New Orleans.

Trivia & Famous Residents
Denmark Vesey, Gullah Jack Pritchard, and Philip Simmons come to mind.

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