Discover a different neighborhood each weekend during our Saturday House & Garden Tours from 2 – 5 PM. Explore at your own pace and learn about the history, architecture, and landscapes of each site from our knowledgeable volunteer docents. Each tour is unique and features a selection of 6 – 8 properties, showcasing a variety of architectural styles, ages of construction, and mix of interiors and exteriors for you to enjoy.
$75 PSC Members | $100 Non-Members

• King Street House & Garden Tour |October 12, 2024 | 2 – 5 PM
• Sullivan’s Island House & Garden Tour |October 19, 2024 | 2 – 5 PM
• The Crescent, West Ashley House & Garden Tour |October 26, 2024 | 2 – 5 PM
• Broad Street House & Garden Tour |November 2, 2024 | 2 – 5 PM

Insider’s History & Architecture Tours take guests inside some of Charleston’s finest buildings, seldom open to the public. These tours are led by noted professionals such as architects, historians, and preservation experts with in-depth interpretation focused on Charleston’s unique architectural styles, preservation ethic, and interior design. Each tour includes a unique set of 3 – 4 properties with refreshments and lasts approximately 2.5 hours.
$150 for PSC Members | $200 Non-Members* (includes 1-yr PSC Membership)

• Hard Hat Tour | October 10, 2024 | 3 PM
• Adaptive Reuse & Rehabilitations | October 17, 2024 | 3 PM
• Pivotal Preservation Projects | October 18, 2024 | 3 PM
• Rainbow Row & The Waterfront | October 24, 2024 | 3 PM
• Charleston’s Urban Villas | November 1, 2024 | 3 PM

The Insider’s Garden series is designed for garden enthusiasts and are led by notable professionals such as landscape architects, garden designers, and horticulturalists. In addition to visiting some of the city’s most beautiful private gardens, guests will also learn about subjects ranging from the latest gardening trends, to Charleston’s vast horticultural history, and its diverse flora and fauna. Each tour includes a unique set of 4 – 5 gardens and lasts approximately 2.5 hours.
$150 for PSC Members | $200 Non-Members* (includes 1-yr PSC Membership)

• Harleston Village | October 11, 2024 | 3 PM
• South of Broad | October 25, 2024 | 3 PM

Learn more about the historical events, people, and cultures that have shaped our city. PSC walking tours are designed and led by professional, certified tour guides and scholars. Walking tours last approximately 2 hours and do not include any interiors. $40 per person unless otherwise noted

• The Architecture of Charleston
  • October 9, 2024 | 2 PM
  • October 19, 2024 | 10 AM
  • November 2, 2024 | 10 AM
• Charleston: The Birthplace of Historic Preservation – October 17, 2024 | 10 AM
• Doin’ The Charleston Renaissance – October 23, 2024 | 10 AM
• Exploring Charleston’s Alleyways
  • October 12, 2024 | 10 AM
  • October 23, 2024 | 2 PM
• Forging Ahead: The Ironwork of Charleston
  • October 11, 2024 | 10 AM
  • October 30, 2024 | 2 PM
• The Great Shake & Charleston’s Disastrous History
  • October 16, 2024 | 2 PM
  • October 24, 2024 | 10 AM
• Leading Ladies of Charleston – November 1, 2024 | 10 AM
• Lost Stories of Black Charleston
  • October 18, 2024 | 10 AM
  • October 25, 2024 | 10 AM
• Revolutionary Charleston
  • October 9, 2024 | 10 AM
  • October 26, 2024 | 10 AM
  • October 31, 2024 | 2 PM
• Shem Creek and The Old Village
  • October 16, 2024 | 10 AM
  • October 30, 2024 | 10 AM
• Charleston’s Jewish History Walking Tour, Celebrating KKBE’s 275^th Anniversary ($50 per person, includes admission to KKBE Synagogue Tour)
  • October 10, 2024 | 10 AM
  • October 31, 2024 | 10 AM

For the first time ever, guests can explore the streets of Charleston and learn more about its storied history anytime during the Fall Tours. Developed from the PSC’s digital research initiatives, this new series of self-guided walking tours can be easily accessed via mobile device. Simply download the app (available October 2024), select a tour from the various themes, follow the suggested walking route, and read or listen to the information about each point along the way.

Free ($10 suggested donation to help continue our research initiatives)

• Charleston Justice Journey
• Charleston Cemetery Historic District
• Historic Marker Map

Now in its 48^th year, the Preservation Society of Charleston’s signature Fall Tours are specially designed to showcase Charleston’s unique cultural and architectural heritage. Join us for the Fall Tours this year to learn about and celebrate Charleston’s connections between past and present. Click here to browse all tours offerings by date and buy tickets.

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