Listen to a story about dinosaurs surrounded by fossils!
Listen to a story about dinosaurs surrounded by fossils! Join Museum Educators in the galleries of The Charleston Museum as they read stories about the cultural and natural history of the Lowcountry.
HiSTORY in the Galleries is a new program for ages 2 to 4. FREE for Members and FREE with admission to The Charleston Museum. For more information: call 843-722-2996 ext. 236.
An irreverent, darkly comic, modern take on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous sleuth and sidekick, this fast-paced romp reexamines the world’s most famous detective story with a bold new feminist lens.
PURE Theatreis proud to announce the fourth show in their Season of Delight, Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson - Apt. 2B by Kate Hamill. An irreverent, darkly comic, modern take on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous sleuth and sidekick, this fast-paced romp reexamines the world’s most famous detective story with a bold new feminist lens. Performances will run from March 6 to 29 at the Cannon Street Arts Center.
Oddball female roommates Sherlock (yes, it’s also a girl’s name—wait, is it a girl’s name? Is it even a name?) Holmes & Joan Watson join forces to emerge from pandemic fog as a deeply codependent, quasi-dysfunctional adventure duo—solving mysteries and kicking butts, until they come face to face with a villain who seems to have all of the answers.
Artists will include Edith Fraser, Minnie Mikell, Mary Wilson Ball and Leila Waring.
For Part 2 of Celebrating Women of Charleston, Chief Curator and Archivist Jennifer McCormick will showcase artwork found in the Museum’s Archives by some of the lesser known female artists of the Charleston Renaissance. Artists will include Edith Fraser, Minnie Mikell, Mary Wilson Ball and Leila Waring.
Please join McCormick for this continuation of last year’s Part 1 with an exclusive tour behind the doors of the Archives to view these incredible creations by women of Charleston.
Due to limited space in the Archives, reservations are required in advance for this program.
Conversations with a Curator allows visitors a chance to have an in-depth look at an object or exhibit in the Museum galleries, ask questions and spark conversations. The Charleston Museum’s collections are both extraordinary and diverse and each Curator-led talk and tour allows participants to immerse themselves in a different aspect of Charleston’s rich history.
All Conversations with a Curator programs are open to the public and FREE for Members and FREE withadmission.Due to limited space in the Archives, reservations are required in advance for this program. For more information or to register call (843) 722.2996 ext. 235.
This program is for children of all ages, especially those young at heart.
Join Curator of Natural History Matthew Gibson on Fridays from 3:30 – 4:30 PM in theBunting Natural History Gallerylab. He will be on hand to share projects currently being worked on and to help identify your fossil finds. This program is for children of all ages, especially those young at heart.
FREE for Members and FREE withadmissionto The Charleston Museum.
Join Ruby Slippers at the Charleston Wine + Food Festival March 7-9.
Join Ruby Slippers at the Charleston Wine + Food Festival March 7-9. Please note that there are other participants included in the ticket price per event.
Event Date: Friday, March 7
Event Location: Firefly Distillery
Event Time: 7:30PM – 10:00PM
Ruby Slippers Menu Item: Cochon and Grits - Pimento cheese grit ball topped with Cochon and Tasso Cream sauce.
LINK: https://charlestonwineandfood.com/events/one-night-in-nola/
Culinary VillageDay 1 – Snack Shack - starting at $185
Event Date: Saturday, March 8
Event Location: Johnson Hagood Stadium
Event Time: 1:00PM – 3:30PM
Ruby Slippers Menu Item: Bloody Mary Shrimp Ceviche - Citrus poached Gulf shrimp marinated in their signature Bloody Mary mix, topped with pico de gallo, avocado, pickled red onions and fried white tortilla strips.
LINK: https://charlestonwineandfood.com/events/culinary-village-saturday/
Culinary VillageDay 2 – Beer Garden - starting at $185
Event Date: Sunday, March 9
Event Location: Johnson Hagood Stadium
Event Time: 1:00PM – 3:30PM
Ruby Slippers Menu Item: Ube Cheesecake Beignets - New Orleans-style beignets topped with Ube cheesecake and passion fruit boba
LINK: https://charlestonwineandfood.com/events/culinary-village-sunday/
Design and build your own mini fort, learn about the chemistry of war, and discover how a cannon actually fires.
Discover the science of the Revolutionary War! Design and build your own mini fort, learn about the chemistry of war, and discover how a cannon actually fires. STEAM Saturday is a hands-on workshop series featuring the components of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics.
This program is for children ages 6 and up. We encourage adults to stay. Reservations required. $10 Museum Members | $15 Non-Members. For more information: call 843-722-2996 ext. 236
Suitable for advanced artists or beginners of all ages, this event offers the perfect opportunity to immerse in the art of crochet.
In honor of National Crochet Month, join the Charleston Museum for a special ‘crochet-in’ led by master quilter and artist Cookie Washington. Join fellow crochet enthusiasts for a day of mindful and environmentally friendly creativity on March 8, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Washington will demonstrate rag crochet and regular yarn crochet. Rag crochet is a sustainable craft that transforms discarded textiles like old clothing, sheets, and fabric scraps into beautiful, functional items such as rugs, baskets, and blankets.
By cutting fabric into strips and crocheting them together, crafters create durable, textured pieces with unique character and charm. This eco-friendly technique breathes new life into materials that might otherwise be wasted, blending creativity with sustainability.
Attendees should bring their own supplies, materials and yarn.
Suitable for advanced artists or beginners of all ages, this event offers the perfect opportunity to immerse in the art of crochet. Participants are encouraged to bring along current projects to work on or learn the basics alongside other crochet lovers. Join for the entire session to complete projects that have been on your to-do list, or drop in for a shorter amount of time or to watch a demonstration.
Attendees should bring their own supplies, materials and yarn. If participants wish to learn rag crochet, they should bring a size Q hook, a king-sized sheet, or about seven yards of repurposed fabric. A limited number of size Q hooks and sample fabric will be available.
Don’t miss this chance to connect with fellow crafters and celebrate the joy of crochet at this free community event! This event is FREE and open to the public. Registration is encouraged. Register online or call 843.722.2996 ext. 235.
This new exhibit reflects the political and social changes that took place in the wake of the Civil War, the Jim Crow Era, the Earthquake of 1886, the Charleston Renaissance, the transformation of Charleston in the 20th century, the impact of the World Wars on the area, the local Civil Rights struggle, Hurricane Hugo and more.
Join the Charleston Museum for an exclusive tour of its newest permanent exhibition,Beyond the Ashes: The Lowcountry’s New Beginnings.This new exhibit reflects the political and social changes that took place in the wake of the Civil War, the Jim Crow Era, the Earthquake of 1886, the Charleston Renaissance, the transformation of Charleston in the 20th century, the impact of the World Wars on the area, the local Civil Rights struggle, Hurricane Hugo and more.
Join Chief Curator Jennifer McCormick for a special guided tour of the exhibit, which includes objects such as a 20-foot cypress church pew from the Edisto Presbyterian Church made by enslaved people, a wool shirt worn by one of the Red Shirts who participated in the Hamburg Massacre of 1876, objects from the Earthquake of 1886, the piano rented by George Gershwin on which he composed Porgy and Bess, WWI and WWII uniforms and weapons, and local Civil Rights items.
This program is FREE for Members and FREE with admission. Reservations preferred. Register online or call 843.722.2996 ext. 235.
Bring your pup to Paws on the Patio, an exclusive happy hour on the Burtons Grill + Bar patio from 6 to 8 p.m. to benefit Charleston Animal Society.
Charleston’s favorite yappy hour is back on Thursday, March 13! Bring your pup to Paws on the Patio, an exclusive happy hour on the Burtons Grill + Bar patio from 6 to 8 p.m. to benefit Charleston Animal Society.
Tickets are $20, which includes a $10 donation to Charleston Animal Society to secure your reservation, two drink tickets and plenty of appetizers to enjoy on the patio with your furry fido!
Paws on the Patio will also occur on April 10 and May 8.
During their visit, guests will experience an archaeological dig firsthand and see excavations of one of the earliest documented parts of colonial Charleston.
Visit the Heyward-Washington House in March and April for a unique opportunity to witness an archaeological field school and dig in action. Located in the garden behind the Heyward-Washington House, visitors are invited to explore the dig site on Fridays from 2 PM to 5 PM and Saturdays from 10 AM to 5 PM from Friday, March 14th – Saturday, April 19th, 2025. During their visit, guests will experience an archaeological dig firsthand and see excavations of one of the earliest documented parts of colonial Charleston. The Charleston Museum Archaeologist and the College of Charleston Archaeology Department faculty and students will be on-site to answer questions and provide insights into artifacts and history from some of the earliest recorded parts of Charleston lying just beneath our feet. This experience is free for Museum Members or free with admission to the Heyward-Washington House.
This spring at the Heyward-Washington House, archaeologists and researchers from The Charleston Museum and The College of Charleston will be conducting a field school to continue to document one of the earliest sites of colonial downtown Charleston. Excavations began at 87 Church Street in the late 1970s by The Charleston Museum archaeologist Dr. Elaine Herold. Dr. Herold was able to locate the remnants of structures, a forge, and much more which proved to be home to city gunsmith John Milner Sr. Milner’s home and workshop had been crucial to the defense and trade of early Charleston. This work was then continued in and around the stable by The Charleston Museum’s Curator of Historical Archaeology, Martha Zierden, over the following decades. These excavations provided an unbelievable wealth of material and information which continues to be the topic of dissertations and research to this day.
Be sure to visit our website again in April for the chance to register for an exclusive hands-on experience at the Heyward-Washington dig site!
Join College of Charleston Assistant Professor of Anthropology, Dr. Sarah Platt, and Museum Curator of Archaeology, John Fisher, alongside students and volunteers as they search for early colonial Charleston in new undocumented areas at one of the oldest sites in downtown Charleston, The Heyward-Washington House grounds.
Be sure to visit our website again in April for the chance to register for an exclusive hands-on experience at the Heyward-Washington dig site! Field school visits are free for Museum Members or free with admission. Reservations are not required. Field school is weather dependent. Please call 843-722-2996 if there are any weather concerns on the day of your visit. For more information, please call 843-722-2996 ext. 235.
This rare after-hours opportunity is not to be missed—sign up today!
Experience an unforgettable evening at the Charleston Museum with a brand-new, exclusive after-hours event: Adult Hands-on History! Adult Hands-on History is an exclusive time for grown-ups who are still kids at heart to explore the Museum’s many exhibits and collection items. Explore the galleries at your own pace or participate in a hands-on activity with a Museum curator.
Join us for an evening of fun, learning, and exploration! This rare after-hours opportunity is not to be missed—sign up today! Drinks available for purchase from Love & Bunches Mobile Wine Bar, along with complimentary light bites.
Unearth the mysteries of the past and unleash your inner paleontologist! Meet Curator of Natural History Matthew Gibson and learn more about the Museum’s extensive fossil collection. Get hands-on with real fossils as Gibson teaches you how to clean and date fossils from sediment samples. Participants will also learn how to create a fossil cast and fossil imprint to take home. Guests are invited to bring their own fossil finds to have them identified by the curator.
Reservations required. Events with insufficient enrollment may be canceled. Participants will be notified in advance and full refunds or the opportunity to transfer to another program will be offered. Participant cancellations must be requested 48 hours in advance for a refund minus $10 administration fee. Full registration fee may be transferred to a future event or other adult program. Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance will result in a forfeiture of registration fee.
$15 Museum Member | $25 Non-Member. Register online or call 843.722.2996 ext. 235.
Participants will have the chance to learn about the history of this dye plant as it pertains to South Carolina, the chemistry of a vat, and dye fabric using shibori tie-dye methods.
Join local artist Kristy Bishop as she leads an introductory workshop on dyeing with indigo at theDill Sanctuary!Participants will have the chance to learn about the history of this dye plant as it pertains to South Carolina, the chemistry of a vat, and dye fabric using shibori tie-dye methods. Bishop will focus on itajime (folding and clamped resist), kumo (bound resist), and Nui (stitched resist). These three techniques all yield unique and beautiful patterns.
Attendees will be able to sample these methods on 12” x 12” cotton squares. Once comfortable they will be able to dye a 24” x 24” cotton fabric and an 11” x 60” crepe de chine silk scarf. In addition, participants are encouraged to bring pre-washed personal items to dye such as a garment, yarn, or even colored fabric to over-dye. Please note, personal items must be made of natural fibers (cotton, linen, silk, wool, etc.).
All materials, instruction and admission to theDill Sanctuarywill be provided in this workshop. Classes with insufficient enrollment may be canceled. Students will be notified in advance and full refunds or the opportunity to transfer to another workshop will be offered. Student cancellations must be requested 48 hours in advance for a refund minus $10 administration fee. Full registration fee may be transferred to a future workshop or other adult program. Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance will result in a forfeiture of workshop fee.
Reservations required. $120 Museum Members | $150 Non-Members. Register online or call 843.722.2996 ext. 235.
Join the best St Patrick's Day Pub Crawl of the year!
What’s Included with Your Charleston St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl?
Why wait until March 17th? Join us on March 15th and let the celebrations begin early. Dress in your finest green attire, grab your friends, and hit the town for an unforgettable day of festive fun!
Date: Saturday, March 15th, 2025
Get your tickets now at Pubcrawls.com to secure your spot at the best St. Patrick’s Day events in town!
Have questions? Our customer service team is here to help 24/7! Whether it’s about tickets, event details, or other inquiries, reach out via email at Info@pubcrawls.com.
Price: Early Bird Check In 1pm-5pm USD $14.99 | Time: 1 - 8 p.m.
See if you have what it takes to build a structure that can survive an earthquake.
It’s time to shake, rattle, and roll as we learn about natural disasters in the Lowcountry! See if you have what it takes to build a structure that can survive an earthquake. Use 2 bottles to learn how funnels form just like in a tornado, hurricane, or waterspout. Examine documents and images from the Museum’s archives to see the impact natural disasters have on our history.
Homeschool History Day programs feature a field trip experience, a chance to go through the Museum, and an educational activity. Recommended for ages 6 to 12. Reservations required. $5 for Museum Member Students | $10 for Non-Member Students. Free for Museum Member Adults | $15 for Non-Member Adults. For more information: call 843-722-2996 ext. 236.
This free annual festival brings the community together with artists of all levels to showcase diverse local and regional talent and foster creativity in attendees of all ages through activities and performances from local music, dance and visual arts studios.
Mount Pleasant Towne Centre’s signature spring event, ArtFest, returns on Saturday, March 22, at The Oaks and along Theater Drive in Towne Centre!
This free annual festival brings the community together with artists of all levels to showcase diverse local and regional talent and foster creativity in attendees of all ages through activities and performances from local music, dance and visual arts studios.
Attendees can relax under the Lowcountry stars with scenic camping options, indulge in local food and craft vendors, and enjoy outdoor adventures like kayaking, biking, and more—perfect for all ages.
The Charleston Bluegrass Festival is set to return on March 28-29, 2025, at The Woodlands Nature Reserve, a 6,000-acre hidden gem in Charleston, South Carolina.
This family-friendly camping event promises a weekend filled with boot-stomping bluegrass performances from top-notch artists. Attendees can relax under the Lowcountry stars with scenic camping options, indulge in local food and craft vendors, and enjoy outdoor adventures like kayaking, biking, and more—perfect for all ages.
Dates: March 28-29, 2025
Location: The Woodlands Nature Reserve, Charleston, SC
Music Lineup: Featuring bluegrass artists, including Kitchen Dwellers (performing both nights), SUSTO Stringband, Sicard Hollow, Liam Purcell & Cane Mill Road, Tan & Sober Gentlemen, and more.
Activities: Camping, kayaking, biking, and more outdoor adventures suitable for all ages.
Amenities: Local food and craft vendors, premium camping options, and a family-friendly environment.
Tickets are on sale now, with options ranging from single-day passes to full weekend experiences. Given the festival's growing popularity, attendees are encouraged to secure their tickets early to secure a spot and save before prices increase in March.
For more information, ticket purchases, and updates, visit the official Charleston Bluegrass Festival website atCharleston Bluegrass.You can also stay connected and informed by following the festival onFacebookandInstagram.
Want to contribute to the mission, but participate from home? Heroes @ Home registration is $30.
Join us on Saturday, March 29, 2025 for We Are Sharing Hope SC's 20th Annual Race for Life on Folly Beach. Packet pick-up is available on Thursday, March 27 from 4-8 p.m., Friday, March 28 from 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m. at our headquarters located at 2215 Henry Tecklenburg Dr., Charleston, SC 29414. If unable to pick-up Thursday or Friday, packets will be available the morning of the race, Saturday, March 29, at 7 a.m. in the parking lot of Rita's at 2 Center Street on Folly Beach.
Online registration closes at 7 a.m. on Saturday, March 29
Day-of registration will be available at 7 a.m. in the parking lot of Rita's (2 Center St., Folly Beach, SC 29439) with the following fees:
Want to contribute to the mission, but participate from home? Heroes @ Home registration is $30
10K start promptly at 8 a.m.
5K starts promptly at 8:15 a.m.
Overall winners will be announced after the event. This includes 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners for male and female participants in the 10K and 5K. We will also announce the largest team award and the top fundraising team.
Male/Female:
Location: 3035 Sanders Rd, Charleston, SC 29414
Join us for an informative session about becoming a volunteer with The Borgen Project, a nonprofit organization working to make poverty reduction a focus of U.S. foreign policy.
Bring your yoga mat, water and friends along to enjoy the spring weather in Mount Pleasant by participating in our free outdoor fitness series this spring!
Come SWEAT with Athleta every Wednesday in April, beginning April 2! This free fitness series will occur live and in-person at The Oaks (across from Barnes & Noble) at 6 p.m. each week.
Bring your yoga mat, water and friends along to enjoy the spring weather in Mount Pleasant by participating in our free outdoor fitness series this spring!
Travelers and history lovers can explore the Patriots’ victories and defeats on the Berkeley County battlefields.
Berkeley County is famous for its Revolutionary War connections, not only serving as the setting for 32 of the Revolution’s over 200 battle sites in South Carolina, but also for its two prominent military leaders: General Francis Marion and General William Moultrie. Travelers and history lovers can explore the Patriots’ victories and defeats on the Berkeley County battlefields.
The tour will be held on April 11 and April 12 with many highlighted stops including the Fort Fair Lawn, Mepkin, Biggin Church, Wadboo and Quinby.
The Cocktail Week Pass can be used any time during the 7-day event at participating venues around Charleston.
Charleston Cocktail Week's 4th annual event is April 21-27, 2025. Cocktail Week showcases the best bars and restaurants in the area, bringing locals and travelers together to experience the epicurean masterpieces of Charleston’s renowned chefs, mixologists, and bartenders.
The Cocktail Week Pass can be used any time during the 7-day event at participating venues around Charleston. Pass holders may visit any participating Cocktail Week venue in any sequence at any time during open hours - and revisit as many as they'd like - to enjoy the speciality-priced signature cocktails!
Passes are availalable for purchase on their website atcharlestoncocktailweek.us.Participating 2025 restaurants and bars will be announced on the website closer to the event.
Don't miss this chance to witness their unique sound!
The Dead South is taking over the Refinery with their signature blend of high-energy bluegrass, raw vocals, and captivating storytelling. Don't miss this chance to witness their unique sound!
7:30 PM (Doors 6:00 PM)
It's a night not worth missing!
Don’t miss The Allman Betts Band with Special Guest Greg Koch on June 6! Devon Allman & Duane Betts honor their legendary roots with sharp songwriting and fiery guitar work.
It's a night not worth missing!
The event takes place on Aug. 29-30 and will include narrated tours on the battle site, a Patriotic Program at the Historic Church of Epiphany, and wreath laying ceremonies at the battleground monument as well as General Francis Marion’s tomb.
Located in Orangeburg County and acting as one of the most important locations of the American Revolution in South Carolina, the Battle of Eutaw Springs served as a major turning point in the War and set the stage for the momentous surrender at Yorktown.
The event takes place on Aug. 29-30 and will include narrated tours on the battle site, a Patriotic Program at the Historic Church of Epiphany, and wreath laying ceremonies at the battleground monument as well as General Francis Marion’s tomb.
2025 marks the 23rd anniversary year and will be celebrated in Clarendon County, SC from Oct. 17-18.
A must-attend gathering for history enthusiasts, the Francis Marion Symposium honors the life and legacy of General Francis Marion and his contributions to the Southern Campaigns of the American Revolution.
Each year, visitors can immerse in captivating discussions, engaging presentations and interactive workshops all centered around the accomplishments of the hero himself.
2025 marks the 23rd anniversary year and will be celebrated in Clarendon County, SC from Oct. 17-18.
