Shem Creek and The Old Village: Mt. Pleasant
- October 1, 2026
111 Coleman Blvd, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Walking Tour: Social and Cultural
Located just a few miles from Downtown Charleston, East of the Cooper River, sits the Town of Mount Pleasant. Developed in the early 1800s, Mount Pleasant’s Old Village neighborhood is a historic district filled with tree-lined streets and notable residences. Just adjacent is Shem Creek, a tributary leading to the Charleston Harbor, which has served as a commercial hub of the town for centuries. Join us for this immersive walking tour experience with Captain Bryan Blalock to take in the history, culture, language, and snacks of Shem Creek’s shrimping and maritime industries.
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Tour Information:
- Location: The tour will meet at and depart from 111 Coleman Blvd, Mount Pleasant.
- Restrooms: Public restrooms are not available at or near the meeting location. There are no bathroom breaks during the tour, please plan accordingly.
- Parking: The nearest parking garage is located at the meeting location and a surface lot adjacent – please abide by all street signage and parking regulations.
- 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.
- Other: Tours last between 2-2.5 hours and typically require 6 or more blocks of walking, often over uneven streets and sidewalks. No interiors are included. We suggest wearing comfortable walking shoes and bringing a bottle of water.
- 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.
