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By the mid-19th century, the Anglican Church in South Carolina had evolved into a strong Episcopal Diocese. By 1846, with four Episcopal churches in the city, the growth of the population and strong religious fervor led to the founding of Grace Church, which was admitted to the Diocese of South Carolina Feb. 16, 1846. In 1848, the church was consecrated by Bishop Christopher Edward Gadsden. Though damaged during the Civil War, Grace remained open until January 1864. A single shell destroyed part of the clerestory and the vestry was forced to suspend services. The church was reopened in March of 1865. The earthquake of 1886 damaged the church almost beyond repair. Visitors today can still see visible scars.

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Twenty-Seven State Street B&B

(c. 1800) Located in the French Quarter of the orginial walled city; Our carriage house suites each have a private entrance and overlook a courtyard; Free parking ; SC Bed and Breakfast Assn. Charter member;

Charleston, SC Businesses

Wild Dunes Resort

Just 20 minutes from downtown Charleston, Wild Dunes Resort is a 1,600

Charleston, SC Businesses

Planters Inn

Planters Inn is the only historic inn (circa 1844) on the famous city market. Spacious rooms and suites have high ceilings, 4-poster beds, marble baths & grand piazzas overlooking a lush Charleston garden. voted a top hotel by readers of Travel & Leisure and Conde'

Charleston, SC Businesses


Vendue Inn

Definitive European-style Hotel located downtown near the Battery and Waterfront Park; AAA 3-Diamond rating;

Charleston, SC Businesses

Things to do near Charleston, SC

Superfly Fishing

Fish the flats of Charleston, SC, with Capt. Ben Alderman, one of the most experienced fish catching guides on the water. Of...

Days Inn Airport/Coliseum

Free airport transportation; Playground; Guest laundry; Pay movies; Seven miles from Historic District; Coliseum 3 blocks; 1m...

Anchorage Inn - Charleston, South Carolina

Located in the heart of the Charleston historic district, the Anchorage Inn includes a wine & cheese reception, nightcaps of ...

Fantasia B&B

(c.1813) Classic Charleston single house located in historic Ansonborough across from Gaillard Auditorium and within minutes"...

Captain Rick Hiott's Inshore Fishing Charters

Captain Rick is a native of Charleston, SC, and provides inshore fishing charters in the Charleston area. He is a licensed by...