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here - Historic Charleston Foundation
Experience the intimate charm
found only beyond Charleston’s private
garden gates and historic doorways.
Join us for
the 68th Annual
Festival of Houses
and Gardens
Set amid the ambience
of the city’s Old and Historic District,
this series of award-winning tours
showcases Charleston’s distinctive
architecture, history, gardens and
culture.
These tours
provide a rare
opportunity for
guests to go inside
the private houses
and gardens of
some of
America’s
most
beautiful
residences,
some dating
to the 18th
century.
Tours and events vary daily allowing
visitors to enjoy the diversity of this
unique
port city,
which traces
its origins
to 1670.
Beautiful
architecture
and lush
gardens are
prevalent
throughout the historic
neighborhoods of Charleston,
a city that has consistently been
named among the ten most
courteous and friendly cities in
America and was named Top
City in the U.S. and the world
by Condé Nast Traveler Readers’
Choice Awards.
Charleston
Welcome to Charleston!
To purchase tickets or for
more information call
(843) 722-3405 or go to
www.HistoricCharleston.
org/festival
For Charleston Area Visitor
& Convention Bureau, visit
Ticket office hours:
Nov. 1 – March 16
Weekdays 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. est
March 17 – April 19
Mon. – Sat. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. est
Sun. noon – 5 p.m. est
visit www.ridecarta.com/routes
and click on CARTA DASH Trolley
Map & Times.
Pick up tickets at The Shops of
Historic Charleston Foundation,
108 Meeting Street, corner of
Meeting and Chalmers streets,
beginning March 17.
While you are in town, please visit
the Aiken-Rhett House Museum
and the Nathaniel Russell House
Museum. See page 15 for details.
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For more information:
www.charlestoncvb.com or
call toll-free 800-868-8118.
House & Garden Tours
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For downtown trolley information,
Glorious Gardens Tours
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Taste of the Lowcountry
6
Morning History Walks
7
Harbor of History Boat Cruises
7
Wine Tastings
7
Food for Thought Luncheon Lectures
8
Musical Concerts
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Special note to
Charleston-area residents:
It takes nearly 700 volunteers
to operate the Festival, and the
benefits – both tangible and
intangible – are great.
To volunteer, contact
Liz Caldbeck at (843) 723-8292
or: lcaldbeck@
historiccharleston.org
or register online at:
www.HistoricCharleston.org/
volunteer
Charleston Antiques Show
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Calendar at a Glance
12
About Historic Charleston Foundation 14
Charleston Destinations
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Frequently Asked Questions
21
Guidelines for an Enjoyable Tour
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Order Form
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Map Key
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Aiken-Rhett
House Museum
48 Elizabeth Street
Public parking garages
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Oyster
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(page 6)
Public restrooms are not
R readily available in residential
neighborhoods. See this symbol
for locations on the map.
Memminger Auditorium,
56 Beaufain Street,
site of the Charleston
Antiques Show (page 10)
Historic Charleston Foundation
properties (pages 15 & 21)
The general areas of the house
and garden tours are shown on
the map. These are generalized
areas; specific addresses are not
reflected here.
Anson Street Tour
Broad Street Tour
Church Street Tour
East Battery Tour
Elizabeth Street Tour
King Street Tour
Legare Street Tour
Meeting Street Tour
Queen Street Tour
South Battery Tour
Tradd Street Tour
Wentworth Street Tour
Glorious Gardens tours
are not noted on this map as
they are scattered throughout
neighborhoods in the Old
and Historic District.
See pages 4-5 for tour descriptions.
Nathaniel Russell House
Museum
51 Meeting Street
Site of Glorious
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Glorious Gar
Gardens
dens Wine
& Tea Receptions
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Capt. James Missroon House
40 East Bay Street
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Festival Tours
House and Garden Tours
Hallmarks of the annual spring Festival
are the daily house and garden tours, which allow
guests to explore Charleston from a rare vantage
point. Each neighborhood tour is identified by a
central street, and a selection of private houses,
gardens, and notable buildings are within walking
distance of each other. Guests are welcomed into
these sites, not normally open to the public, along the
route during each self-paced tour.
The educational walking tours highlight three
centuries of historic architecture as well as exquisite
private gardens. Buildings from Charleston’s
prosperous Colonial days through the tumultuous
antebellum period and into the 20th century stand
side by side, revealing layers of rich history. Guides
are stationed at each tour site to provide information
as guests enjoy an exceptional opportunity to observe
how contemporary lifestyles are lived within the
framework of Charleston’s renowned architectural
heritage.
Enjoy this exclusive opportunity to see beyond
the magnificent doorways and garden gates of one of
the most enchanting cities in the world.
Tickets are $50.
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Tour Descriptions
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ANSON STREET
CHURCH STREET
ELIZABETH STREET
LEGARE STREET
Saturday, March 21; and
Tuesday, March 24; 2-5 p.m.
Many of this neighborhood’s
antebellum houses were built in
the years between the Great Fire
of 1838 and the outbreak of the
Civil War and boast Regency and
Greek Revival details.
Saturday, March 28; and
Tuesday, March 31; 6-9 p.m.
Often called “the most romantic
street in America,” Church Street is
a visible record of Charleston history. Colonial and Georgian period
dwellings stand beside charming
gardens and historic churches.
Tuesday, April 14; and
Saturday, April 18; 2-5 p.m.
Impressive 19th century villas
were the nucleus of this neighborhood, inhabited by wealthy
Charlestonians seeking suburban
residences. Numerous charming
Victorian dwellings were added
later in the 19th century.
Wednesday, April 15; and
Sunday, April 19; 2-5 p.m.
In the prosperous decades preceding the American Revolution, some
of the finest mansions in the city
were built here, and magnificent
Charleston “single houses” were
constructed in the neighborhood
into the 19th century.
BROAD STREET
EAST BATTERY
Friday, March 27; and
Monday, March 30; 2-5 p.m.
Colonial Lake, one of Charleston’s
iconic landmarks, anchors the
western end of Broad Street, one
of the city's most recognizable
thoroughfares. The irresistible
allure of this neighborhood is
punctuated by numerous 19th
century Victorian dwellings.
Wednesday, April 8; and
Sunday, April 12; 2-5 p.m.
Colorful 18th century dwellings,
which once housed shops on the
entry level, intermingle with grand
antebellum mansions. Panoramic
views of Charleston Harbor further
enhance the allure of this famous
street.
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KING STREET
MEETING STREET
Sunday, March 22; and
Wednesday, March 25; 2-5 p.m.
Untouched by the great fires that
ravaged Charleston, this neighborhood boasts architecture from
early Georgian to late Victorian,
from modest artisans’ houses to
grand townhouses.
Sunday, March 29; and
Wednesday, April 1; 2-5 p.m.
Residences in this neighborhood
date from the earliest period of
English settlement on the peninsula
to later, more imposing dwellings
built in Greek Revival and Italianate
fashions.
Glorious Gardens Tours
These walking tours are arranged so guests may stroll
leisurely through eight to ten private gardens. Guides are
stationed at each location to provide information about
garden design, plant material, and history.
Glorious Gardens tours are featured each Thursday
of the Festival and include wine and American Classic Tea
receptions in the garden of the Nathaniel Russell House
Museum, 51 Meeting St., from 4-5 p.m. American Classic
Tea, grown locally, will be served and boxes of the tea will be
available for purchase.
Thursdays, March 19, 26; April 2, 9, 16; 2-5 p.m.
Tickets are $50.
Sponsored by CHARLESTON TEA PLANTATION
QUEEN STREET
TRADD STREET
Tuesday, April 7; and
Saturday, April 11; 2-5 p.m.
The charming French Quarter
neighborhood, with its early
houses nestled next to picturesque
courtyard gardens, lies within
the old walled city. Many of the
area’s earliest settlers were French
Huguenot merchants.
Monday, April 6; and
Friday, April 10; 6-9 p.m.
Said to be named after the first
child of European descent born
in Charles Town, this street and
neighborhood contain the greatest concentration of early 18th
century houses in the city.
SOUTH BATTERY
Friday, March 20; and
Monday, March 23; 2-5 p.m.
Construction of the postbellum
era includes early 20th century waterfront mansions, some of which
overlook White Point Garden and
Charleston Harbor, along South
Battery and Murray Boulevard.
WENTWORTH STREET
Monday, April 13; and
Friday, April 17; 2-5 p.m.
Some of the city’s finest examples of Federal, Regency, Greek
Revival, Italianate and Victorian
architecture are found in this
early suburb, called the “Village
of Harleston.”
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Special Events
Taste of the Lowcountry
Experience the culinary pleasures of the
Carolina Lowcountry the way the locals do! Nothing
says casual down-home fun to Charlestonians
like enjoying their favorite foods in beautiful
outdoor surroundings. The Picnic & Oyster Roast
and Barbecue & Brew events take place in the
expansive courtyard of the Aiken-Rhett House
Museum, which is shaded by stately Magnolia trees and
surrounded by history. Mimosas at Middleton Place is
set at a former rice plantation first settled in the late
17th century. Join us for tasty Southern fare and
local flavor!
Tickets for each event are $45 for adults; $20 for ages 6-12;
children under six free. Reservations required.
Mimosas at Middleton Place
Monday, March 30; 10 a.m.-noon
Middleton Place, 4300 Ashley River Road
Aiken-Rhett House Museum
Picnic & Oyster Roast
Tuesday, March 24; 5:15-7:30 p.m. and
Friday, April 3; 4:30-7 p.m.
Aiken-Rhett House Museum
48 Elizabeth Street, c. 1820
Enjoy delectable steamed oysters as appetizers along
with other Southern cuisine, beer, wine and soft
drinks. Admission includes a guided tour of the
house and live music. On April 3, there will be an
Easter egg hunt for the younger crowd!
Begin a glorious day in the Lowcountry sipping a
refreshing mimosa and sampling delightful Southern
brunch treats along the historic Ashley River, surrounded
by moss-draped Live Oak trees and cascades of colorful
blooms. Middleton Place is a National Historic
Landmark and home to America’s oldest landscaped
gardens. Guests will enjoy a guided tour of the gardens,
plantation stableyards, and house museum. Built in 1755
as gentlemen’s guest quarters, the house museum contains
extraordinary family furniture, silver, porcelain, rare books
and portraits.
Transportation is not provided; recommendations are
available at the Festival Ticket Office.
Barbecue & Brew
Tuesday, April 14; 5:15-7:30 p.m.
Aiken-Rhett House Museum
48 Elizabeth Street, c. 1820
Is there a better pairing than scrumptious barbecue
and local craft beer from the Palmetto Brewing
Company, the oldest brewery in South Carolina? We
don’t think so! Southern sides, wine and soft drinks
will also be served. Admission includes a guided tour
of the house and live music.
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Middleton Place
Morning History Walks
Mondays – Saturdays, March 19–April 18;
9:30-11:30 a.m. Check in promptly at 9:15 a.m.
Walks depart from The Shops of Historic Charleston
Foundation, 108 Meeting Street.
Led by Charleston’s most experienced guides, these twohour walking tours of the Old & Historic District provide
the perfect background for the afternoon or evening house
and garden tours. No private sites or interiors are included
on these tours.
Tickets are $25 for adults; $10 for ages 6-12; children
under six free. Space is limited and reservations
are required for all guests, including young children.
Wine Tastings
Circa 1886 Wine Tastings
Monday, April 13; and
Friday, April 17;
5:30-7 p.m.,
149 Wentworth Street
A perennial favorite, this
tasting is hosted by The
Wine Shop and Circa 1886.
Set inside the carriage house
of the stately Wentworth
Mansion, one of Charleston’s
true architectural gems, Circa
1886 is a AAA Four-Diamond,
Forbes Four-Star restaurant.
Executive Chef Marc Collins
draws his inspiration from
historic Southern cuisine. The
Wine Shop has been providing
the best in quality and price to the Charleston area
since 1995. Circa 1886 will complement the wines with
deliciously paired hors d’oeuvres.
Tickets are $40. Reservations required.
Harbor of History Boat Cruises
The Spirit of Carolina
Tuesday, March 31; Monday, April 6; and
Friday, April 10; 1:15-3:30 p.m.
Departs from Fountain Walk Dock, behind
S.C. Aquarium, 360 Concord Street.
Join a local historian aboard the Spirit of Carolina for this
panoramic perspective of the South’s most historic seaport, whose fame, fortunes and fate illustrate its ongoing
link with the sea. Cruise includes hors d’oeuvres, a wine or
beer ticket, and soft drinks. Cash bar available.
Tickets are $45 for adults; $20 for children ages 6-12;
children under six free. Reservations required.
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Special Events
Food for Thought
Luncheon Lectures
Thursday, March 26
What’s Cooking in the Lowcountry?
Join the chef instructors of Charleston Cooks! as they share
the delicious culinary secrets of local Charleston cuisine as
well as a historical perspective of the foodways and staples
of the Lowcountry.
Captain James Missroon House
Historic Charleston Foundation
Headquarters, 40 East Bay Street
The casual setting at the historic
Capt. James Missroon House, c. 1808,
allows for lively interaction between
audience and speaker. Join us atop
Charleston’s High Battery and enjoy a
commanding view of Charleston Harbor
and the antebellum mansions along East
Battery.
All luncheons 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Participants will enjoy an educational
talk, selection of salads and sandwiches
for lunch, and a brief guided walk or
experience that relates to the day’s topic.
Tickets are $45. Reservations required.
See map on page 3 for location details.
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Wednesday, March 25
Liquors and Libations in Colonial Charleston
The prosperous planters and merchants of the Carolina
Lowcountry were often notorious for their conspicuous consumption. Historian Dr. Nic Butler will enlighten you as to
their penchants and preferences! Afterward, enjoy a sample
of Madeira, the fortified wine that was a treasured luxury.
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Thursday, April 2
Gardening Charleston Style:
Four Seasons in the Holy City
Susan McLeod Epstein of the Charleston Horticultural
Society is a certified nurseryman and local plant guru.
She will take you on a journey through the gardens of the
Lowcountry that will provide you with a bit of inspiration to
take home.
Tuesday, April 7
Myths, Legends, and Lore:
What You Thought You Knew about Charleston!
Uncover the real stories behind the tall tales during
this amusing and insightful presentation by Katherine
Pemberton, Manager of Research and Education at Historic
Charleston Foundation.
Thursday, April 9
Charleston Ironwork:
An Art Form All Its Own
Beautiful ironwork is a hallmark of many signature garden
designs. Expert gardener and guide Rosanne Wray shares
some of the city’s finest examples.
Wednesday, April 15
Mavericks, Mothers, and Mavens:
The History-making Women of Charleston
Valerie Perry, Aiken-Rhett House Museum Manager and author of the novel Upper King Street, offers a passionate and
rollicking introduction to the women of Charleston, their
tales, trials, and tribulations.
Thursday, April 16
Some Like It Hot!
Plants that Thrive in Hot, Humid Climates
While many gardeners throw in the trowel once daytime
temperatures rise, it is still possible to enjoy a colorful
garden without subjecting yourself to heatstroke. Garden
writer and photographer P.J. Gartin has a long list of plants
that thrive in hot and humid weather, even if you can’t!
Musical Concerts
The concert series is one of the Festival’s most popular
special events. It offers a rare chance to experience
period music in historic settings with entertaining and
educational interpretations. Small, informal ensemble
arrangements allow for audience interaction as guests
enjoy music from varied traditions.
The
concert
series is one of the Festival’s most popular
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edifice in the city,
which is located on one of the “Four Corners of Law.”
President George Washington worshipped in the building’s
pew No. 43 in 1791, and General Robert E. Lee worshipped in
the same pew some seventy years later.
Tickets are $30.
Lowcountry Gospel Celebration
Friday, March 27, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Circular Congregational Church,
150 Meeting Street, c. 1892
The Plantation Singers, one of the Southeast’s most popular
a cappella and percussion singing groups, will rivet you with
their energetic performances of the Gullah spirituals and
sacred music of the sea islands of South Carolina. Experience
the vibrant musical heritage of the Lowcountry in the
impressive Romanesque Revival building of the historic
Circular Congregational Church.
Tickets are $30.
Music of the Enlightenment
Monday, March 30, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
First Baptist Church, 61 Church Street, c. 1822
Join musicians from the College of Charleston’s respected
School of the Arts as they perform compositions from the
Classical era, a time when the first public concerts were
performed and simplicity, truth and naturalness in music
were embraced. The concert will take place in the historic
First Baptist Church, a Greek Revival masterpiece designed
by renowned architect Robert Mills. A Charleston native, he
also designed the Washington Monument and is known as
the nation’s first professional architect.
Tickets are $30.
Strings in the Spring
Wednesday, April 1, 5:15-7 p.m.
Nathaniel Russell House Museum,
51 Meeting Street, c. 1808
The Russell family held recitals at their grand, Federal
style townhouse more than 200 years ago and traditions
are kept alive during this musical event at the Nathaniel
Russell House Museum. Set amid a spacious garden, the
house is recognized as one of America’s most important
neoclassical dwellings. Guests will enjoy intimate tours of
the historic house, which will then serve as a backdrop for
music performed by the artists of Classical Charleston in the
stunning spring garden. Author and historian Dr. Nic Butler
will be on hand to share the history of the city’s rich musical
heritage. Step back in time, sip a glass of wine, and savor the
enchanting music. Guests are encouraged to stroll and enjoy
the garden, limited seating available. Wine and light bites
included.
Tickets are $45.
3rd Annual Bluegrass Jam
Wednesday, April 8, 7-9:30 p.m.
Charleston Music Hall, 37 John Street, c. 1849
Join Flatt City, YeeHaw Junction, and the Hungry Monks
for an old-fashioned jam! Bluegrass is a vital part of the
heritage and culture of the Carolinas. The evening’s musical
journey begins with the Hungry Monks, a local band that
weaves a rich tapestry of sound grounded in folk traditions.
Then Charleston-based YeeHaw Junction takes the stage to
keep the lively, foot stompin’ bluegrass tradition alive. The
popular band Flatt City caps the evening with everything
from “barnstorming breakdowns and upbeat ballads to
tear-in-your-beer waltzes,” while showcasing their hallmark
harmonies. The Charleston Music Hall was built as the Tower
Depot for the South Carolina Railroad, and the music will
have your heart thumping like a runaway locomotive! Beer,
wine, and soft drinks will be offered for purchase during
intermissions.
Tickets are $35.
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LOCATION
Memminger Auditorium
56 Beaufain Street
See map on page 3
The celebrated Charleston Antiques Show
12th ANNUAL
CHARLESTON
March 20-22, 2015
Preview Party March 19
show chair – Peggy Rash
honorary show chair – Carolyne Roehm
For more information:
www.HistoricCharleston.org/AntiquesShow
#CHSCAS
A benefit to support the preservation initiatives of
is the most prestigious antiques show in the
region. Approximately thirty dealers from across
the United States offer an extraordinary range of
fine and decorative arts representing an array of
styles and periods including American, English,
and Continental furniture, silver, ceramics, glass,
jewelry, rugs, textiles, paintings, and prints. The
Show provides established collectors and firsttime buyers, dealers, and design professionals with
opportunities to view and purchase exceptional
pieces.
The Show is held in the striking Memminger
Auditorium, 56 Beaufain Street, in the historic
Harleston Village neighborhood, one of
Charleston’s earliest suburbs. The auditorium is
only a block from Charleston’s famed “antiques
district” on King Street and near the Old City
Market. Fully restored, the auditorium is a
sought-after local venue and the site of countless
prestigious cultural events held annually.
Collectors Circle
The Exclusive Weekend Package / $600
($200 tax deductible)
Members of the exclusive Collectors Circle will experience the
best the Charleston Antiques Show has to offer, including:
• early admission to the opening night Preview Party, 6 p.m.
• Preview Party admission
• unlimited daily admission to the Show
• access to the Collectors Circle Room with unlimited food
and beverage
• invitations to exclusive parties throughout the weekend,
held in grand and historic private houses
• Collectors Circle members will be entered in a drawing to
receive two first class, round-trip tickets to any world-wide
destination served by United Airlines.
Sponsored by AIG and WILLIAM M. MEANS CO. INSURANCE
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THREE-DAY GENERAL ADMISSION TICKET – $15
Friday, March 20 and Saturday
March 21; 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sunday, March 22; 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Mark your calendar!
Antiques Collecting:
Celebrating the Future of the Past
Friday, February 20; noon / $100
44 East Bay Street
Includes a three-day show pass.
Reservations required.
honory chair – Vereen H. Coen
A combination Charleston Antiques Show ($15) / Festival of
Houses and Gardens tour ($50) ticket is available for $60.
Enjoy a complimentary Bloody Mary on the show floor on
Sunday, March 22, 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. with admission.
New February Luncheon Lecture
This year, whet your appetite for the Charleston Antiques Show with a stimulating and
enhanced Luncheon Lecture in advance of the Show. Speaker Elizabeth Pochoda, the
visionary and creative head of The Magazine ANTIQUES, is only the fifth editor since the
publication was founded in 1922. As a longtime magazine professional, most recently as
Executive Editor of House & Garden, Pochoda has a keen interest in fine art, antiques, and
design. True to her own spirit and philosophy, Pochoda has safeguarded the tradition of
ANTIQUES while expanding its scope to attract new collectors to the field.
Preview Party
Thursday, March 19; 7-9 p.m. / $200 ($50 tax deductible)
Includes a three-day show pass.
Experience a glamorous and exhilarating, high-energy evening
as you rub shoulders with established and new collectors and art
and design enthusiasts. The evening offers an exclusive, private
preview of the Show, set amid magnificent booths and the exciting
atmosphere of Memminger Auditorium, before it is open to the
public. Enjoy entertainment, delicious cocktails, and hors d’oeuvres,
all highlighting why Charleston is known for its fine cuisine, culture,
and history.
Sponsored by WILLIAM MEANS REAL ESTATE
Behind-the-Scenes Tour: In the Company of Experts
Friday, March 20, 9 a.m. / $25
Memminger Auditorium, 56 Beaufain Street
Includes a three-day show pass. Reservations required.
Study Tour: An Interwoven History,
Textiles and the Decorative Arts
Saturday, March 21; 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. / $60
Begins at The Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting Street
(on-site parking available)
Includes a three-day show pass. Reservations required.
Join Historic Charleston Foundation Curator Brandy S. Culp and fellow
experts for an in-depth look at the art of the textile. During this special
study tour, learn how rich and coveted fabrics dressed the body and
adorned the home. Guests will go behind-the-scenes at The Charleston
Museum with Chief Curator Grahame Long to view extremely rare and
exquisite eighteenth and nineteenth century examples. The group
will then travel to the Rivers Collection, a private holding of fine and
decorative arts, for an exclusive viewing of exceptional needlework as
well as outstanding Charleston made furniture and silver. Discover the
interplay between textiles and other decorative arts as you learn about
the texture this medium brought to daily life.
Learn more about the world of antiques during an educational and
entertaining private tour of the Show floor led by antiques and
decorative arts experts. Meet the dealers one-on-one before the
Show opens for the day and learn more about the art of collecting.
Sponsored by HISTORICAL CONCEPTS
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Calendar of Events
March
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
19
20
Morning
History Walk
9:30 am (p.7)
Glorious Gardens
2-5 pm (p.5)
Antiques Show
Preview Party
7-9 pm (p.11)
Antiques Show
Behind-theScenes Tour
9 am (p.11)
Morning
History Walk
9:30 am (p.7)
Antiques Show
floor open
10 am-6 pm (p.11)
South Battery Tour
2-5 pm (p.5)
SATURDAY
21
Morning
History Walk
9:30 am (p.7)
Antiques Show
floor open
10 am-6 pm (p.11)
Antiques Show
Study Tour
10:30 am-12:30 pm (p.11)
Anson Street Tour
2-5 pm (p.4)
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
Antiques Show
floor open
11 am-5 pm (p.11)
Complimentary
Bloody Mary Service
until 4:30 pm
King Street Tour
2-5 pm (p.4)
Morning
History Walk
9:30 am (p.7)
Morning
History Walk
9:30 am (p.7)
Morning
History Walk
9:30 am (p.7)
Morning
History Walk
9:30 am (p.7)
Morning
History Walk
9:30 am (p.7)
Morning
History Walk
9:30 am (p.7)
South Battery Tour
2-5 pm (p.5 )
Anson Street Tour
2-5 pm (p.4)
Broad Street Tour
2-5 pm (p.4)
Church Street Tour
6-9 pm (p.4)
Romantic Interlude
Concert
5:30-6:30 pm (p.9)
Aiken-Rhett House
Museum Picnic &
Oyster Roast
5:15-7:30 pm (p.6)
30
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Food for Thought:
Food for Thought:
Liquors and
What’s Cooking in
Libations in Colonial
the Lowcountry?
Charleston
11:30 am - 1:30 pm (p.8)
11:30 am-1:30 pm (p.8)
Glorious Gardens
King Street Tour
2-5 pm (p.5)
2-5 pm (p.4)
Lowcountry Gospel
Celebration
Concert
5:30-6:30 pm (p.9)
Meeting Street Tour Morning History Walk Morning History Walk
2-5 pm (p.4)
9:30 am (p.7)
9:30 am (p.7)
Mimosas at
Middleton Place
10am-noon (p.6)
Broad Street Tour
2-5 pm (p.4)
Harbor of History
Boat Cruise
1:15-3:30 pm (p.7)
Church Street Tour
6-9 pm (p.4)
Music of the
Enlightenment
Concert
5:30-6:30 pm (p.9)
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More information on each event is available by turning
to the page number listed in parentheses.
April
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
1
2
3
4
Morning History Walk Morning History Walk Morning History Walk Morning History Walk
9:30 am (p.7)
9:30 am (p.7)
9:30 am (p.7)
9:30 am (p.7)
Meeting Street Tour
Food for Thought:
Aiken-Rhett House
2-5 pm (p.4)
Gardening
Picnic & Oyster Roast
Charleston
Style
Easter Egg Hunt
Strings in the Spring 11:30 am-1:30 pm (p.8) and4:30-7
pm (p.6)
Concert
5:15-7 pm (p.9)
Glorious Gardens
2-5 pm (p.5)
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
Easter
Morning
History Walk
9:30 am (p.7)
Harbor of History
Boat Cruise
1:15-3:30 pm (p.7)
Morning
History Walk
9:30 am (p.7)
Morning
History Walk
9:30 am (p.7)
East Battery Tour
2-5 pm (p.4)
Bluegrass Jam
7-9:30 pm (p.9)
Morning
History Walk
9:30 am (p.7)
Food for Thought:
Charleston Ironwork
11:30 am-1:30pm (p.8)
Glorious Gardens
2-5 pm (p.5)
Morning
History Walk
9:30 am (p.7)
Harbor of History
Boat Cruise
1:15-3:30 pm (p.7)
Tradd Street Tour
6-9 pm (p.5)
Morning
History Walk
9:30 am (p.7)
Queen Street Tour
2-5 pm (p.5)
15
16
17
18
Tradd Street Tour
6-9 pm (p.5)
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East Battery Tour
2-5 pm (p.4)
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Legare Street Tour
2-5 pm (p.4)
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Food for Thought:
Charleston Myths,
Legends, and Lore
11:30am-1:30pm (p.8)
Queen Street Tour
2-5 pm (p.5)
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Morning History Walk Morning History Walk Morning History Walk Morning History Walk Morning History Walk Morning History Walk
9:30 am (p.7)
9:30 am (p.7)
9:30 am (p.7)
9:30 am (p.7)
9:30 am (p.7)
9:30 am (p.7)
Wentworth Street Elizabeth Street Tour Food for Thought:
Food for Thought:
Wentworth Street Elizabeth Street Tour
Mavericks, Mothers,
Tour
2-5 pm (p.4)
Some Like it Hot!
Tour
2-5 pm (p.4)
and Mavens
2-5 pm (p.5)
Plants that Thrive in
2-5 pm (p.5)
Aiken-Rhett House 11:30 am-1:30 pm (p.8)
Hot Climates
Circa 1886
Circa 1886
Barbecue & Brew
11:30
am-1:30 pm (p.8)
Legare
Street
Tour
Wine Tasting
Wine Tasting
5:15-7:30 pm (p.6)
2-5 pm (p.4)
5:30-7 pm (p.7)
5:30-7 pm (p.7)
Glorious Gardens
2-5 pm (p.5)
More information on each event is available by turning
to the page number listed in parentheses.
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Historic Charleston Foundation
Thank you for your generosity in supporting Historic
Charleston Foundation through your Festival of Houses
and Gardens and Charleston Antiques Show ticket
purchases. You are invited to become even more involved
with the Foundation as an individual donor. Donors support the Foundation’s year-round efforts to preserve the
architecture, history, and culture of Charleston and its
Lowcountry environs. Historic Charleston Foundation
continues to lead the nation in developing cutting edge
preservation initiatives, and you can play a significant role
in Charleston’s future by helping to preserve its past.
Contributions make a critical difference, from upkeep and maintenance of our house museums, to helping
the Foundation respond quickly to preservation issues, to
protecting Charleston’s architectural treasures.
Through our Neighborhood Impact Initiative, Historic Charleston
Foundation is partnering with local groups to create the Romney
Urban Garden on a formerly vacant and barren lot. The garden
site has improved dramatically this year as community members
join together to turn blight into bright.
Support Historic Charleston Foundation’s preservation mission…
If you love Charleston and the Lowcountry, whether you are local or from
another area, we invite you to stay involved. Our supporters are engaged
with the Foundation through e-newsletters and other publications, and they
receive free admission to the museum houses and discounts in the retail shops.
Basic Benefits Include:
• Admission to the Nathaniel Russell and Aiken-Rhett House Museums
• Discount at the Foundation’s retail shops
• Invitations to free and discounted educational programs and events
• Foundation eNews subscription
• Recognition in the annual report
Annual donors at the Benefactor Guild level
and above are invited to take part in day
tours, planned twice yearly, that provide
unique and educational behind-thescenes experiences at private plantations
and historic locations throughout the
Lowcountry.
Friend Levels
Each includes a 10% discount in our
retail shops.
Friend $60 – Basic Benefits for one
Friend + One $100 – Basic Benefits
for two
Friend & Family $125 – Basic
Benefits for four
For more information:
www.HistoriccHarleston.org/donate
843-720-1181
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Guild Levels
These levels provide a community
for higher level donors who play a
major role in Historic Charleston
Foundation’s success and become part
of a close-knit group of people who
call the Foundation home. Guild levels
range from $250 to $25,000.
email: [email protected]
Nathaniel Russell House Museum, c. 1808
For mor e t h a n t wo
centuries, visitors have
admired the grand Federal
townhouse of Charleston
merchant Nathaniel Russell.
Set amid spacious gardens,
the house is widely recognized as one of America’s
most significant neoclassical
dwellings. The graceful interiors, with elaborate plasterwork, geometrically shaped
rooms, and a magnificent
free-flying staircase are among
the most exuberant created
in early America. Located
in the heart of the Old and
Historic District, the house
is furnished with period antiques and works of art that
evoke the gracious lifestyle of the city’s early 19th century
merchant elite.
51 Meeting Street
Hours:
Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 2-5 p.m.
Last tour begins at 4:30 p.m.
Admission:
$12 adult; $5 children 6-16 years old; under six free
$18 joint admission to both Nathaniel Russell and
Aiken-Rhett House Museums
See map on page 3 for location details.
Aiken-Rhett House Museum, c. 1820 48 Elizabeth Street
The Aiken-Rhett House and its outbuildings are preserved as rare intact artifacts
that survive to tell the story of their evolution through time. Greatly expanded by
Gov. and Mrs. William Aiken Jr. in the 1830s
and 1850s, the house has survived virtually
unaltered since 1858.
A successful businessman, rice planter,
distinguished politician and governor of South
Carolina, William Aiken Jr. was one of the
state’s wealthiest citizens. Following a wellestablished tradition among Charleston’s elite,
Gov. Aiken and his wife, Harriet Lowndes
Aiken, traveled in Europe and returned with magnificent fine
art and furnishings. Today, visitors will find many of these
objects in the same rooms for which they were purchased.
The Aiken-Rhett House remained in the family until
1975. Historic Charleston Foundation works to conserve
and protect the historic layers of the past rather than restore
the buildings to a specific moment in time.
Hours:
Mon.- Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 2-5 p.m.
Last tour begins at 4:15 p.m.
Admission:
$12 adult; $5 children 6-16 years old; under six free
$18 joint admission to both Nathaniel Russell and
Aiken-Rhett House Museums
See map on page 3 for location details.
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Charleston Destinations
Lodging
– 21 East
Battery. Privately-owned bed and breakfast nestled
within the urban compound of Charleston’s historic
1825 Edmondston-Alston House and described as
having “The Best Address In Town” by Southern
Accents and recently voted the #1 B&B in town
by TripAdvisor and Charleston.com. Breakfast,
off-street parking, and tour included ($24 value).
www.21eastbattery.com. (843) 556-0500.
21 EAST BATTERY BED & BREAKFAST
FRANCIS MARION – 387 King Street. Member Historic
Hotels of America, 12-story landmark located at
Marion Square, has unmatched views of the city
& harbor. 235 elegantly appointed guest rooms &
suites with luxurious European bedding, relaxing
day spa, parking, fitness center, Starbucks™ & gift
shop. The Swamp Fox Restaurant & Bar offers
classic Southern fare for breakfast, lunch & dinner.
www.francismarioncharleston.com. (843) 722-0600
or 877-756-2121.
HISTORIC CHARLESTON B&B RESERVATIONS –
57 Broad Street. Experience the old world of Charleston
by staying in a carriage house with lovely walled
gardens or a luxury apartment in the Historic
District, just minutes from shops, restaurants, and
the Market area. Furnished, fully equipped Monthly
rentals are also available for 30 days or more. Call
Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm. Photos available. www.historiccharlestonbedandbreakfast.com. (843) 722-6606 or
800-743-3583.
THE INDIGO INN – 1 Maiden Lane. Centrally located
only steps away from the Historic City Market, the
Indigo Inn features 18th century charm and 21st
century amenities. Experience the best of both worlds
as you relax in our open-air courtyard. Our signature
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“Hunt” breakfast and wine and cheese service are included
in all tariffs. www.indigoinn.com. E-mail: info@indigoinn.
com. (843) 577-5900 or 800-845-7639.
THE JASMINE HOUSE – 64 Hasell Street. Begin an elegant
tradition: stay in a Greek Revival mansion built in 1843. The
Jasmine House provides true southern comfort. We offer
shady piazzas, a courtyard to relax in after a long day of
touring. Centrally located in a Charleston neighborhood.
Enjoy our breakfast and afternoon wine and cheese service.
www.jasminehouseinn.com. E-mail: info@jasminehouseinn.
com. (843) 577-0041 or 888-913-0488.
MEETING STREET INN –173 Meeting Street. Look no further!
Distinctive lodging in ideal location with period décor
& four-poster rice beds, oriental rugs, hardwood floors,
walled garden courtyard with relaxing spa. Tariffs include
deluxe continental breakfast and afternoon refreshments.
We are proud to uphold Charleston’s longstanding tradition of gracious hospitality. 20% DISCOUNT Sun-Thur
with advance reservations when you mention this ad.
www.meetingstreetinn.com. 800-842-8022.
Venue
CHARLESTON MUSIC HALL – 37 John Street. Boasting the
best acoustics in town, The Charleston Music Hall is a
950-seat theatre dedicated to presenting the finest local,
regional, and national acts. The Music Hall also serves as a
unique space for private and corporate events with full inhouse AV and a professionally trained staff. 843-853-2252,
www.charlestonmusichall.com.
HISTORY & HOSPITALITY
Historical elegance with
modern functionality.
116 Broad
d Street • 800-476-9741
JohnRutledgeHouseInn.com
LOCATION & COMFORT
198 King Street • 800-845-6119
KingsCourtyardInn.com
ELEGANCE & LUXURY
®
149 Wentworth Street • 888-466-1886
WentworthMansion.com
RELAXING & REFRESHING
202 King Street • 800-720-2688
FultonLaneInn.com
T R U E C H A R L E S T O N H O S P I TA L I T Y
®
WWW.CHARMINGINNS.COM
Est. 1850
King Charles Inn
Andrew Pinckney Inn
KingCharlesInn.com
866-546-4700
AndrewPinckneyInn.com
800-505-8983
Charleston’s Favorite Inns
Walk to historic homes
and aractions
World class dining
only steps away
Legendary hospitality
RESERVE THE HALL!
843.853.2252
CharlestonMusicHall.com
37 John Street
The Ellio House Inn
EllioHouseInn.com
877-727-0369
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Charleston Destinations
Dining
82 QUEEN – Open M - Su : Lunch, Dinner & Weekend
Brunch. Lush garden setting & 11 quaint dining rooms,
82 Queen is known for Southern Hospitality. From
our famous She Crab Soup to original Lowcountry
dishes, directed by Executive Chef Steven Lusby, to
our extensive wine list & hand selected Bourbons, it’s
no wonder that 82 Queen is so consistently called on
as a favorite destination for locals & tourists alike.
www.82queen.com. (843) 723-7591.
– 186 Concord Street. Historic
downtown’s Best Waterfront Dining with a view that
is a destination unto itself. Housed in a retired naval
building downtown on the harbor, Fleet Landing features Chef Drew Hedlund’s classic and contemporary
Southern seafood fare. Enjoy waterfront views from
the wrap-around deck & maritime chic dining room.
Reservations recommended, full bar, limited parking,
family-friendly. www.fleetlanding.net. (843) 722-8100.
FLEET LANDING
MICHAELS ON THE ALLEY – Hutson Alley, 39E John
Street. Tucked away, off of Historic King Street, we
provide Charleston’s ultimate dining experience,
and pride ourselves in serving the highest quality
cuts of steaks. We are your prime choice, offering
fresh seafood, signature prime rib, succulent steaks,
tableside salad preparations & enticing desserts.
www.michaelsonthealley.com. E-mail: info@
michaelsonthealley.com. (843) 203-3000.
www.thevictorsocialclub.com. E-mail: info@thevictor
socialclub.com. (843) 203-3001.
VINCENT CHICCO’S - Hutson Alley, 39G John Street. Vincent
Chicco’ serves up Italian-American fare. Celebrating classic flavors, domestic ingredients & house made pastas in
a sophisticated atmosphere. Offering dinner nightly with
a private banquet room to host up to 100 guests. Step back
in time and enjoy classic Italian-American flavor. www.
vincentchiccos.com. E-mail: [email protected].
(843) 203-3002.
VIRGINIA’S ON KING - 412 King St. This sophisticated
Southern dining spot blends the comforts of a traditional
Southern kitchen with familiar regional dishes prepared
with the utmost care for quality and flavor. The menu
incorporates local fresh ingredients and old family recipes
to bring you Southern cooking, Lowcountry style. www.
virginiasonking.com. E-mail: [email protected].
(843) 735-5800.
(843) 853-7828
www.circa1886.com
SWAMP FOX RESTAURANT & BAR – 387 King St. in the
historic Francis Marion overlooking Marion Square.
Classic Southern cuisine for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Specialties emphasize local fruits & vegetables
blended with the beloved flavors of the South. Known
for award winning Shrimp & Grits and just-picked
ingredients for farmers market themed dinners. www.
francismarioncharleston.com. (843) 724-8888.
– Hutson Alley, 39F John
Street. A chic, classic, sophisticated place to have
a cocktail and cuisine. Offering a diverse wine list
& cocktails that each tells a tale of their own. We
pay homage to the social club legend, serving local
classics boasting with flavors from around the world.
VICTOR SOCIAL CLUB
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149 Wentworth Street (at Smith Street)
Downtown Charleston, SC
A seasonally-focused fine dining restaurant located
on the grounds of the Wentworth Mansion®.
facebook.com/circa1886restaurant
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Charleston Destinations
Real Estate
CARRIAGE PROPERTIES – 19 Exchange Street. As a
locally owned and premier real estate agency the
Carriage Properties team specializes in the sale of
luxury historic, waterfront and beachfront properties
in Charleston. Our success comes from a team of
agents with unmatched experience, professionalism
and determination. Let us share our experience and
passion for Charleston with you. www.carriageprop.
com. (843) 266-8000.
DANIEL RAVENEL SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
33 Broad Street. A family company serving the
Charleston area for over 30 years — ours is a legacy
of customer service, knowledge, and ethics above all
else. Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty is
where local expertise meets global exposure, representing the most prestigious historic and waterfront
properties and providing unparalleled access to elite
buyers through our international referral network.
www.DanielRavenelSIR.com. (843) 723-7150.
For Sale
Under Historic Charleston Foundation’s
Frances R. Edmunds Revolving Fund
The
Elizabeth Williams
House
c. 1790
35 Legare Street
Charleston, SC
For information contact: HELEN GEER
President and Broker in Charge
William Means Real Estate
843.577.6651
[email protected]
www.HistoricCharleston.org/35Legare
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Rick McKee
Frequently Asked
Questions
The Shops of Historic
Charleston Foundation
c.1930, 108 Meeting Street
The Shops of Historic Charleston Foundation offers both classic
and casual furnishings and home accessories, as well as gifts and
the city’s largest bookstore dedicated to history, architecture,
preservation, garden design and Lowcountry cuisine.
Hours: Mon. – Sat., 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sun., noon –5 p.m.
P ick up all reserved Festival tickets at
The Shops of Historic Charleston Foundation
108 Meeting Street (see map on page 3 for location)
Licensed Products
Many products are sold under the prestigious Historic Charleston Foundation license.
Foundation staff coordinates the research,
development, and production of these beautiful
items whose origins are found in Charleston’s history. Products sold under the Foundation license
include home furnishings for both indoor and
outdoor use, historic paint palettes, home accessories, mirrors, lamps, tabletop and linen products, and delicious Lowcountry culinary treats.
Online at: www.HiStoriCCHarleSton.org/SHop
The Market Shop of
Historic Charleston Foundation
c.1841, Charleston City Market,
188 Meeting Street
Visit the Market Shop of Historic
Charleston Foundation, which
anchors the Great Hall of
Charleston’s iconic City Market,
c. 1841. As you stroll through the
famed Greek Revival building,
stop in for books, jewelry, porcelain, and the perfect gift for
yourself or someone back home.
Hours: Open Daily, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
Do your house and garden tours sell out? Can we purchase
tickets once we arrive in Charleston? We will happily sell
tickets to any of our tours as long as they are available.
Many tours do sell out, so we recommend purchasing tickets
well in advance. Please be advised that we have a no refunds
policy. Learn more on page 22.
Where do we park? Where is the nearest restroom?
The closest parking and restrooms will vary by tour. Please
reference the map on page 3 to address your specific tour.
We are proud that Charleston is a “living” city, and our
tours take place in residential neighborhoods. Therefore,
public facilities and vendors within those neighborhoods
are limited by city ordinances. Please take advantage of the
restrooms at the Festival Ticket Office, 108 Meeting Street,
prior to your tour.
Will the tour take the entire three hours allotted?
Our tours are self-paced, so it is possible for a tour to take
less than three hours. We advise that you begin promptly at
the start time so that you can see everything offered on that
particular tour.
May we take pictures on tour? In accordance with South
Carolina state law and to protect the safety and security of
our homeowners, photography is not allowed in the houses
and gardens on tour. Learn more on page 22.
What happens if it rains? Our tours go on rain or shine. If
weather is a concern, please feel free to bring an umbrella.
If we want to attend two of your events in a row, will we
have enough time to get to the second event? Most of our
events take place within close proximity to one another, so
it is generally easy to walk from one event to the next. Call
the Festival Ticket Office, 843-722-3405, for information
regarding specific event locations.
What flowers are in bloom during the Festival?
Springtime in Charleston is beautiful, and you should
expect to see various flowers in bloom throughout the
Festival. While nature’s timeline is not exact, camellias
are often in bloom as the Festival begins. Azaleas typically
begin their blooming period at the end of March and last
into April. Many varieties of roses are in bloom during the
Festival, especially in April. Other blooming plants, flowers, and trees that you might see include wisteria, narcissus,
Confederate jasmine, cherry, redbud and dogwood trees.
See more at: www.HistoricCharleston.org/FAQ
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Tickets and Information
Important Guidelines to Ensure an Enjoyable Tour
The Trustees and staff of Historic Charleston Foundation
want your visit to be a wonderful experience. We provide
these tours primarily in private venues, and the following guidelines ensure the safety and enjoyment of all our
guests, homeowners, and volunteers. Understanding these
guidelines will help both you and others enjoy your visit to
the fullest. We appreciate your cooperation.
Tickets Pick up or purchase tickets at the Festival Ticket
Office in The Shops of Historic Charleston Foundation, 108
Meeting Street, corner of Meeting and Chalmers streets.
No tickets or wristbands for Festival events are mailed.
Your reservation will be confirmed by mail or e-mail;
please bring the reservation confirmation with you to the
Festival Ticket Office at 108 Meeting Street, where it will
be exchanged for tickets, wristbands and tour programs.
Beginning Tuesday, March 17, ticket office hours are:
Mon. – Sat. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday
noon – 5 p.m.
On days when evening tours are offered, the ticket office
will remain open until 6:30 p.m.
Children The tours are designed to provide an engaging
experience for adults. Well-supervised children ages six and
older are welcomed on the house and garden tours if tickets
are purchased for them. Because of the risk to private property and collections, neither strollers, car seats, backpacks,
or children strapped in any manner to an adult may enter
the private residences on tour. For more information visit:
www.HistoricCharleston.org/FAQ
Photography In accordance with South Carolina law, no
photography is allowed on private property without the express written consent of the property owner. Private property includes exterior spaces such as porches, driveways,
lawns and gardens, as well as building interiors.
photography by : Doug Hickok, Rick McKee, Amy-Marie Kay and Carrie Naas
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Cell Phones In consideration of other guests on the tour, please
turn off cell phones at all tour sites, including both private
houses and gardens.
Wheelchair Accessibility Most events held in public venues
are accessible, and personal walkers and wheelchairs are welcomed. Please be aware that the private, historic houses and gardens on tour are unable to accommodate wheelchairs. Call the
Festival Ticket Office, 843-722-3405, for questions regarding
accessability for special events.
Wear Flat Shoes Tours may cover six to eight city blocks, some-
times over cobblestone streets, uneven sidewalks, and stairs.
Comfortable, flat-soled shoes will make your walk easier and
protect the beautiful floors of the historic houses.
Restrooms Public restrooms are not readily available in
residential neighborhoods, particularly on the evening tours.
Restrooms at the Festival Ticket Office, 108 Meeting Street,
are available for our guests 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and are wheelchair
accessible. See page 3 for more locations.
All Ticket Sales Are Final All events go on as scheduled, rain or
shine. There are no cancellations or refunds. If you are unable to
use your tickets, these options are available to you:
• Donate your tickets to Historic Charleston Foundation.
Unused tickets may be donated back to the Festival as a
tax-deductible contribution. Documentation regarding
your tax-deductible gift will be provided.
• Exchange your tickets. Unused tickets can be exchanged
within the 2015 Festival for a processing fee of $10 per
ticket plus any difference in price (conditional upon availability and approval). No refunds are given for exchanges
to lower-priced tickets.
Inquiries regarding unused tickets for the 68th Annual Festival
of Houses and Gardens in 2015 must be made by April 30, 2015.
reverse cover art by : George Roberts. Learn more at www.HistoricCharleston.org/FAQ
EVENT
$600
$100
$200
$25
$60
$15
Year
RETURN TO:
Phone (Daytime)
Historic Charleston Foundation
P. O. Box 1120
Charleston, SC 29402
E-mail address
Zip
State
City
Billing Address (if different than mailing address)
Mailing Address
Name
Signature (For credit card purchase only)
To ensure an enjoyable tour, please read the information on page 22.
FORM
TICKET ORDER
TO O R D E R O N LI N E:
www.HistoricCharleston.Org/Events
TO O R D E R BY PH O N E: Before March 17, call weekdays
between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. On or after March 17, call
Monday through Saturday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.;
Sundays between noon and 5 p.m. 843-722-3405, credit card
orders only.
ALL SALE S AR E FI NAL Please understand that there are
no refunds or exceptions to this policy. This written policy
also appears on our online order form. See our donation and
exchange policy on page 22.
DATE
S PECIAL E VE NT S
Picnic and Oyster Roasts (Adult)
$45
Picnic and Oyster Roasts (Child)
$20
Barbecue and Brew (Adult)
$45
Barbecue and Brew (Child)
$20
Mimosas at Middleton (Adult)
$45
Mimosas at Middleton (Child)
$20
Harbor Cruises (Adult)
$45
Harbor Cruises (Child)
$20
Wine Tastings
$40
Food for Thought Luncheon Lectures
$45
Musical Concerts (except below)
$30
Bluegrass Jam
$35
Strings in the Spring
$45
PAYM E NT may be made by cash, check or charged to
MasterCard, VISA, Discover or American Express. No
unpaid reservations can be accepted. Reservations will be
confirmed by mail or e-mail; no tickets are mailed. Please
bring reservation confirmations for the Festival to the
Festival Ticket Office in The Shops of Historic Charleston
Foundation, 108 Meeting Street, on or after March 17
to exchange your confirmation for tickets and programs.
Charleston Antiques Show tickets may be picked up at
Will Call for each event.
Make checks payable to: Historic Charleston Foundation
Exp. Date Month
CHAR LE STO N ANTI Q U E S S H OW
Collectors Circle (of which $200 is tax deductible)
February Luncheon Lecture
Preview Party (of which $50 is tax deductible)
Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Study Tour
Three-Day Show Pass
Auth. Code
NUMBER OF
TICKETS
$50
$50
$25
$10
Card No.
TOU R S
House and Garden Tours
Glorious Gardens
Morning History Walks (Adult)
Morning History Walks (Child)
 Tax-deductible contribution to HCF
TOTAL
 Payment enclosed
 MasterCard  VISA  Discover  American Express
AMOUNT
Ticket Information
www.historiccharleston.org
P.O. Box 1120 / Charleston, SC 29402
PAID
90M • 10/14
COLUMBIA, SC
PERMIT #1183
Festival Dates: March 19– April 19, 2015 Tours and Events sell out quickly – ORDER TICKETS TODAY !
#CHSFOHG
The annual
Festival of Houses & Gardens
supports Historic
Charleston Foundation’s
mission to preserve and
protect the historical, architectural
and cultural integrity
of Charleston
and its Lowcountry environs.
NON-PROFIT
US POSTAGE
HOUSESS &GARDENS
HOUSE
68th Annual FESTIVA
FESTIVALL
MARCH 19 – APRIL 19, 2015 / CHARLESTON, SC