Phil C.
5/9/2025
I bought a ticket for this museum as part of a combination ticket with the Charleston Museum. I actually walked from there, stopping along some spots. It's a long walk, but nice if the weather is...
Heyward-Washington House
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87 Church St
Charleston, SC 29401
Heyward-Washington House is operated by The Charleston Museum. Founded in 1773, The Charleston Museum holds a range of cultural and scientific collections of South Carolina region. Based in Charleston, S.C., the museum maintains a collection of furniture, silver, textiles, quilts, ceramic, documentary and photographic resource, ornithology and firearms. It also operates the Joseph Manigault House. The center is available for group tours and school groups as well as offer travel exhibits to institutions within the region. Additionally, it provides family programs, birthday parties, educational programs and scouting. The Charleston Museum has received accreditation from American Association of Museums.
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Sanjay G.
7/12/2025
In 1791, the city of Charleston rented Heyward's home for President George Washington's weeklong stay in the city. The association with America's first president has persisted ever since. Built...
Jeffery B.
5/18/2025
One of many historic homes in Charleston, owned by a wealthy "planter" (ie slaveowner). Appropriate respect is paid to those who really ran the home, and the trials and tribulations they went...
Joseph S.
3/10/2020
As one of about 10 historic house museums in the Charleston area, this house is certainly one of the best. Located on Church Street in the heart of the historic district, the 30 minute guided...
William W.
7/28/2020
Built in 1772 for Thomas Heyward Jr., a signed of the Declaration of Independence, this Georgian-style mansion hosted George Washington in 1791 two years into his presidency. The magnificent...
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