Friday, Apr 11, 2025 at 9:30am
Historic Charleston Foundation has celebrated houses, history, and culture through its annual spring festival since its founding in 1947. As the Foundation's largest fundraising and educational event, after 78 years the Festival has evolved into a holistic celebration of Charleston's history, architecture, culture, and community. Now affectionately known as The Charleston Festival, this month-long event will continue to present House & Garden Tours and engaging lectures, in addition to a menu of new programs and venues to explore for 2025.
Schedule Of Events:
Morning History Walk
9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Capt. James Missroon House, 40 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
Explore Charleston’s charming streets on a two-hour walking tour, guided by a local expert who will introduce you to the city’s key landmarks and moments in history. $35 adults, $10 children 6-12.
Garden Splendor Tour III
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Locations to be sent prior to tour.
Garden Splendor tours offer exclusive and intimate tours of the most magnificent properties on the peninsula, with expert guides, for the most elevated tour experience of the Festival. $250.
The Men at the Battle of Fort Sullivan: Lecture with Robert Rosen
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Capt. James Missroon House, 40 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
Join us for a lecture with third generation Charlestonian, Robert Rosen, focused on the men at the Battle of Fort Sullivan. Lunch included. $55
Artisans at Work: Exploring Building Arts Education at ACBA
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
American College of the Building Arts, 649 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403, USA
This Lecture on Location brings you to the American College of the Building Arts! Explore the unique preservation education and craftsmanship of the ACBA through a panel, Q&A, refreshments, and a guided campus tour. $45
Beyond the Garden Gates Tour IV
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Addresses listed in Festival Program.
Perfect for passionate gardeners, these tours focus on gardens and the landscape architecture of historic Charleston. Self-paced between properties, each garden includes docents to guide you through the property. $75
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