CHARLESTON MUSEUM

Founded in 1773 and commonly regarded as "America's First Museum," The Charleston Museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, accredited by the American Alliance of Museums... The forebear of The Charleston Museum was founded on January 12, 1773, by members of the Charleston Library Society, when South Carolina was still a British colony. Although the form and substance of the institution has changed over two and a half centuries, its general purpose at the time of its creation - to educate - is still central to its mission today... The Charleston Museum, founded in 1773, was America's first museum. The E​arly Days​ gallery reflects its long history from founding to the late twentieth century when its mission focus changed solely to the history of Charleston and the Lowcountry. This gallery recreates the appeal that the Museum traditionally had for visitors as a "window to the world."

Also known as: The Charleston Museum

Primary location: Charleston United States