With its Spanish moss-covered trees, cobblestone streets, charming historic district, scrumptious array of dining establishments, and a friendly atmosphere to boot, the city of Charleston has continually been voted one of the best cities to visit. Founded in 1670, this South Carolina port city has been witness to history from the antebellum and Civil War periods up until the modern era. From stately homes in the Battery district to plantations and picture perfect beaches to buzzing markets, the city of Charleston serves up history and a good time for all on a Charleston educational student tour. Although during the summer the heat and humidity may be high, Charleston offers visitors a cool mix of art and entertainment, beautiful architecture, and hidden treasures that can rival even the largest of travel destinations. No matter if you’re visiting for the first time on a Charleston student tour or revisiting a familiar haunt, the Holy City will always welcome you home. Join me for discovering a new favorite!
It’s no wonder history buffs flock to this great city as it’s where Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie are located. Both having served a prominent role in the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, they now stand as a reminder of our nation’s complicated history. Looking out over Charleston Harbor, one will be able to see Fort Sumter where the first shots of the Civil War rang out as well as Fort Moultrie where the patriots dealt a devastating blow to the Royal Navy in 1776. These protectors of the harbor are incredibly significant, and students and educators will have the opportunity to visit both on their Charleston student tour itinerary if they are so inclined.
From Magnolia Plantation and Gardens to Middleton Place and Boone Hall, these historic homes play an important role in preserving the past but also serving as a reminder of the atrocities that many African Americans experienced while being enslaved on their grounds. No Charleston educational tour is complete without a visit to one of these stately homes. With many situated along the scenic live oak Ashley River Road, they all have a story to tell. An essential experience for all students and educators, Middleton Place is one that continually strives to preserve the past by shining a light on the Middleton family and their contributions. Their stories are OUR stories. From the Colonial period right through the Revolution, the antebellum and Civil War time and the many years following, the course of our nation was forever changed. Choose one or two, or spend a whole day, plantation hopping as you admire the grandeur of these buildings and the furnishings inside. But remember, even though these places can stir up mixed emotions, they each serve as a testament for what individuals can accomplish as well as overcome. What will you feel?
