A Historic Charleston Foundation Fundraiser
Rutledge Street Tour II
Sun, Mar 23
|Addresses included with Festival tickets.
Explore a hidden gem in Charleston in two tour opportunities. Rutledge Avenue boasts some of the finest examples of Federal, Regency, Greek Revival and early Victorian architecture. March 20 and 23. $75
Time & Location
Mar 23, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Addresses included with Festival tickets.
About the event
Rutledge Avenue, a prominent thoroughfare in downtown Charleston, South Carolina, is a showcase of the city's rich history and diverse architecture. Lined with grand antebellum homes, charming single houses, and Gothic Revival churches, it reflects Charleston's evolution from a colonial port to a modern city. Named after Edward Rutledge, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, the avenue weaves through historic neighborhoods like Harleston Village and Cannonborough-Elliotborough, offering glimpses of lush gardens, wrought iron gates, and cobblestone charm. Its architecture tells stories of prosperity, resilience, and cultural heritage, making it a quintessential part of Charleston's historic landscape.
The Charleston Festival's House & Garden Street Tours are self-paced walking tours that are centered around the “main street”, in this case, Rutledge Avenue. This tour is self-paced from home to home, and once at each location, experienced docents will guide guests through homes and gardens, providing information along the way. Street Tour…
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