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The Charleston Museum, founded in 1773, is America's first museum. Exhibits focus on early Native Americans, trade & commerce, the plantation system, African-American contributions, and Civil War memorabilia. The Charleston Silver exhibit contains internationally recognized work by local silversmiths and includes objects dating from colonial times through the late 19th century. An eclectic array of clothing, furniture, photographs, ceramics, tools, pewter, toys & games reveal a personal portrait of Charlestonians. Children will be intrigued by the "Discover Me" Room with amazing things to touch, see, and do. The Charleston Museum is a wonderful introduction to the Lowcountry and its people and is conveniently located across from the Visitor Center. It is handicapped accessible.
The Charleston Museum operates two historic house museums the Heyward-Washington House (c. 1772) and the Joseph Manigault House (c. 1803).
Both houses have written interpretations in German, French, Japanese, and Spanish.
