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Historic Charleston Foundation is an advocacy organization advancing the mission of historic preservation. As historic preservation has evolved into more than a movement to simply save historic buildings, the Foundation has broadened its scope into balancing the needs of modern society with protecting the sensitive fabric of the historic district.
Communities must be vibrant to survive. With vibrancy comes inevitable growth and development. Our mission is to address modern society’s needs – mobility and transportation, tourism, livability and growth – while protecting and preserving the architecture and material culture of Charleston and its Lowcountry environs. Historic Charleston Foundation champions the historic authenticity, cultural character and livability of the Charleston region through advocacy, stewardship and community engagement. The Foundation envisions a livable Charleston that honors its historic places, its people and its culture.
Pictured Above: Deborah Edwards on the porch of her newly renovated Freedmans Cottage in the North Central Neighborhood. Through its Neighborhood Revitalization Initiative, HCF and the City of Charleston preserved this historically significant structure.
We advocate for all neighborhoods, parks, gardens, historic buildings and the memories they’re made of – and help make the vital decisions that move us all forward.
Why We PreservePreservation in Action
We were the first organization in the country to develop a revolving fund as a preservation strategy.
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The goal of the Neighborhood Revitalization Initiative is to stabilize neighborhoods by securing the future of their historic structures and community.
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We’ve been at the forefront of efforts to protect the nationally significant historic Ashley River Corridor and lead the expansion of the National Register-designated Ashley River Historic District from approximately 7,000 to 24,000 acres.
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Easements are a successful tool that help protect a historic property by safeguarding its historic character, materials and significance.
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To protect the cultural character of our neighborhoods, we’ve embarked upon a housing affordability initiative.
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Archaeological digs help answer questions about Charleston’s history that documentary records alone cannot provide.
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Led by Charleston's most experienced guides, these two-hour walking tours of the Old & Historic District provide the perfect background for your stay in Charleston, detailing its notable history and...
Buy TicketsCharleston's Historic District is a National Historic Landmark with thousands of historic buildings in an array of period styles. From the distinctive Charleston Single House to Colonial, Federal, Georgian, Regency,...
Buy TicketsLed by Charleston's most experienced guides, these two-hour walking tours of the Old & Historic District provide the perfect background for your stay in Charleston, detailing its notable history and...
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Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit? Do you want to work in a team setting, where the results of your hard work directly benefit your community? Do you want to…
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238-242 King Street (Hotel Calhoun) was located on the east side of King Street near Market Street. Constructed shortly after the 1838 fire, 238-242 King was the largest group of…
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Historic Charleston Foundation is seeking an Administrative Coordinator. Position Summary The Administrative Coordinator provides executive support in a one-on-one working relationship with the President & CEO. This position serves as…
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