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16-05-2025
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The Charleston Museum will conserve two 18th-century garments
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD)—The Charleston Museum will conserve two 18th-century garments from the Pinckney family, in collaboration with the Eliza Lucas Pinckney Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR). According to the Charleston Museum, 'The Pinckney Project–The Next Step,' will protect and showcase the satin shoes worn by Eliza Lucas Pinckney and the light blue silk taffeta sash worn by her daughter, Harriott Pinckney, during George Washington's visit to Charleston in May 1791 during his Southern Tour. 'These garments reflect the unique fashion of the time, and hold deep historical significance to the Pinckney family, Charleston's history, and the early years of our nation,' said Charleston Museum's curator of historic textiles, Virginia Theerman. The historic textiles will be displayed in the Charleston Museum's semi-quincentennial exhibit in 2026. This is the second garment conservation project between the Charleston Museum and the Eliza Lucas Pinckney Chapter, NSDAR. The first project focused on preserving Eliza Lucas Pinckney's 18th-century sack-back gown in 2017. The Eliza Lucas Pinckney Chapter, NSDAR, has launched a fundraising campaign to support the critical preservation initiative. The Chapter will sponsor the Charleston Museum in applying for an NSDAR Historic Preservation Grant of five thousand dollars. 'We are honored to once again work with the Charleston Museum on an endeavor that honors our chapter namesake, especially during such an important time as our Nation's 250th Anniversary,' Jill Templeton, Historic Preservation Chair of the Eliza Lucas Pinckney Chapter, NSDAR, expresses. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
18-04-2025
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New audio tour explores the Heyward-Washington House and its connection to the American Revolutionary War
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – You can learn about a historic Charleston home's powerful connection to the American Revolutionary War through a newly launched audio tour. Coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the war's beginning on April 19, 1775, the Charleston Museum – America's first museum – is bringing past to life at the Heyward-Washington House and the key role of Thomas Heyward, Jr., a signer of the Declaration of Independence, and the events that unfolded within and around his Charleston townhouse. The tour will feature stories of resistance and resilience, including the often-overlooked contributions of Lowcountry women and the enslaved, according to the museum. It also highlights artifacts within the house and the direct ties to war. 'We are excited about the launch of this new tour, a mission-focused initiative that will not only educate guests about the impact of the Revolutionary War on Charleston and the Lowcountry, but also contribute to area commemorations concerning the founding of our nation,' said Charleston Museum Director Carl Borick. The Georgian-style home, built in 1772, hosted George Washington when he visited Charleston in May 1791. It was acquired by the Charleston Museum in 1929 and opened to guests a year later as Charleston's first historic house museum. It was recognized as a National Historic Landmark in 1978. During their visit, guests can explore the only colonial-era kitchen building that is open to the public in Charleston, and formal gardens that feature plants commonly used in the Lowcountry in the late 18th century – those gardens are maintained by the Garden Club of Charleston. The Heyward-Washington House, located at 87 Church Street, is open for tours Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon until 5 p.m. The new audio tour is included with admission to the house. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-02-2025
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Hear the story of Robert Smalls at Charleston Museum
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The Charleston Museum will host a special storytelling event about Robert Smalls on Wednesday for young children. Museum Educators will tell the story of Robert Smalls in the galleries of The Charleston Museum. Organizers say they will read stories about the cultural and natural history of the Lowcountry. The Charleston Museum says HISTORY in the Galleries is a new program for ages 2 to 4. It is scheduled to begin Feb. 12 from 10 – 11 a.m. This event is free for members and free with admission to The Charleston Museum. For more information, organizers say to call 843-722-2996 ext. 236. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
