The Preservation Society of Charleston Advocating for a better Charleston
est. 1920

Working with residents, leaders, & professionals for planning and preservation that betters our city

America’s first grassroots, community preservation organization

Standing up for Charleston for more than 100 years

In 1920, Susan Pringle Frost fought to save a house.

These citizens created the preservation movement

with education & advocacy

Today, thousands have joined as Preservation Society members

Preservation is about honoring our living city

Supporting the people who live and work here

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Protecting culture that makes Charleston special

Leading the fight for informed, community-first decisions

Join us to support our work