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The Charleston Museum

The Charleston Museum

360 Meeting ST

Charleston, SC 29403

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Phone: (843) 722-2996

City: Charleston

Region: Coastal & Islands

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The Charleston Museum

America's First Museum showcases an outstanding collection that tells the story of Charleston and the Lowcountry. Whether you have an interest in early southern culture, decorative arts, historic weaponry or military history, The Charleston Museum has something for everyone in your family. Visit our website or call for further information.

Info & Amenities

Location

I-26 to the Meeting St. exit, south to John St. Museum is at the corner of Meeting and John, across from the Visitors Center.

Admission

Adults $12; $5 for ages 3-12; $10 for ages 13-17; under 3 free

Checks Accepted

Yes

Civil War

Yes

Days and Hours of Operation

M-Sa 9am-5pm; Su 12-5pm

Days and Holidays Closed

New Year's, MLK Day, President's Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the following Friday, 1/2 day Christmas Eve, Christmas

Visa/Master Card

Yes

American Express Card

Yes

Discover Card

Yes

Revolutionary War

Yes

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