Old St. Andrew's Parish Church

Historic Charleston & Resort Islands

Nestled close to the Ashley River on ten acres of land, Old Saint Andrew's property is comprised of a graveyard, the main church building dating back to 1706, the oldest surviving church in South Carolina, parish house and educational building. The parish church of the Bull and Drayton families, it underwent a $1.5 million restoration, restoring the church's appearance to 1855. The annual Tea Room and Gift Shop in the spring (the date varies each year) offers a Lowcountry luncheon fare. This thriving Episcopal church, featured in the mini series "North and South," continues to hold services on Sundays and Wednesdays, and welcomes all to worship. Listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

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Charleston

Coastal & Islands

2604 Ashley River RD,
Charleston, SC 29414 (843) 766-1541

Info & Amenities

Location

From downtown Charleston, take US 17 S. across the Ashley River Bridge. Take the 1st exit to the right to Hwy. 61 (Ashley River Rd. Scenic Byway/Heritage Corridor).

Civil War

Yes

Days and Hours of Operation

M-Th 9am-4pm; Su services 8am, 9am, 10:30am June-Aug; 11:00am Sept-May; and W 10am

Motorcoach Parking

Yes

Revolutionary War

Yes

Listed on National Register

Yes