Charleston where history lives
What to do after the battle?
The motto of the Charleston Area Convention and Visitors Bureau says it all!
Charleston, Mt. Pleasant and the surrounding areas offers a vast array of history that covers South Carolina's Colonial to War Between the States to present. During your visit, tour the sights that serve as reminders of South Carolina's Colonial era and struggle for independence during the Revolutionary War. Discover the sights associated with the War for Southern Independence. While in Charleston, drive or walk across South Carolina's newest landmark, the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge.
There are many sights to see around Charleston with the antebellum houses, plantations, historical monuments and historical graveyards. Here are a few recommended sights to see after viewing the Battle of Secessionville.
Ft. Lamar Heritage Preserve
Site of Battle of Secessionville. It was on this site that the Confederate defenders held off an overwhelming number of Federal troops in defense of Charleston. The site is open during the day and is self guided. The interpretive center displays the battle lines and other information pertaining to the attack. The preserve is under the protection of the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. Visit the SCDNR's Ft. Lamar Website for more information.
The H.L. Hunley
The first submarine to successfully sink an enemy vessel in combat. The submarine in under going excavation and preservation. The center is open for visits during the weekends and by special tour arrangements. Dixon's legendary gold coin and jewelry are on display along with several other artifacts. Visit www.hunley.org for more information.
Ft. Sumter National Monument
The place where the War for Southern Independence began. Tours leave from Liberty Square in downtown Charleston and Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum in Mt. Pleasant. Visit www.fortsumtertours.com for more information.
Magnolia Cemetery
Resting spot of over 2,000 Confederate Veterans. Notable interments include the three crews of the H.L. Hunley. The remains of 84 South Carolinians that were re-interred from Gettysburg. There are 5 Confederate Generals and 14 signers of the Ordinance of Secession buried at Magnolia. Magnolia Cemetery is still an active cemetery governed by the Magnolia Cemetery Trust. The cemetery is open during the day for visitation. Magnolia cemetery is located at 70 Cunnington Ave.Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum
Tour the USS Yorktown (CV-10), nicknamed 'The Fighting Lady', and her vast collection of warplanes depicting the history of aviation. The museum includes the USS Laffey, USS Clamagore and USCG Ingham. Visit the Congressional Medal of Honor Museum, the Vietnam Naval Support Base Camp Replica and the Cold War Submarine Memorial. Visit www.patriotspoint.org for more information.
Visit the Charleston Area Convention and Visitors Bureau website to plan the rest of your activities after the Battle of Secessionville.