St. Philip's Graveyard

Historic Charleston & Resort Islands

Buried here are revolutionaries, politicians, confederates and artists. Among then are Col. William Rhett, known as the "Scourge of the Pirates," charged with bringing the murderous Blackbeard and Stede Bonnet to justice. Edward Rutledge, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, Charles Pinckney, a signer of the Constitution, and John C. Calhoun, a US senator and vice president of the US also are interred here.

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Charleston

Coastal & Islands

142 Church ST,
Charleston, SC 29401 (843) 722-7734

Info & Amenities

Location

I-26 East take the East Bay Street Exit. Follow East Bay Street to Cumberland Street and turn right onto Cumberland Street. Follow Cumberland Street to Church Street and turn left. (Church Street is one way.)

Revolutionary War

Yes