Residences and Sites of the Revolution: 18th Century Downtown
- October 30, 2026
Classic House & Garden Tour: Residences and Sites of the Revolution: 18th Century Downtown
Step into Charleston during the era of the American Revolution through a collection of remarkable private residences and historic sites dating to the eighteenth century. This tour explores homes and places that witnessed the city’s transformation from a colonial port to a center of political and military activity during the fight for independence. Discover the architecture, craftsmanship, and daily lives of Charleston’s residents while learning how war, trade, and changing fortunes shaped the city. Together, these surviving buildings offer a rare glimpse into the people and places that experienced the birth of a new nation.
House & Garden Tours take place from 2-5 PM and feature a unique set of 6-8 properties in a different neighborhood each weekend. Enjoy a self-guided tour, going from site to site at your leisure, where our volunteer docents are stationed to share knowledge about the history, architecture, and landscapes.
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Tour Information:
- You will be emailed specific tour information at least 7 days before the date of your tour.
- Check-In: Check-in takes place at the meeting location at the beginning of the tour. There are no physical tickets, and printed confirmations are not required. All guests will be checked in will-call style using the first and last name on the ticket order.
- Weather: Tours go on rain or shine. Prepare for inclement weather, if forecasted. The Preservation Society reserves the right to cancel the tours if dangerous or threatening conditions arise. If the tour is cancelled by the PSC, all ticket holders will be contacted, and refunds will be available.
- Cancellations & Refunds: All sales are final. Refund requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis until September 1. After September 1, guests who notify the office in advance may either exchange their tickets for a comparable tour if space is available or convert their tickets to a tax-deductible charitable donation. Most tours run a waitlist once sold out – if you are no longer able to attend, please let us know so your space may be released.