Calling all history buffs. We rounded up seven of our favorite history articles from the past few years at CHStoday — from iconic spots to local teams. It’s time to unwind while we rewind through Charleston’s past.
- The Angel Oak | This famous tree on Johns Island may be older than you think. Read about the new preserve that will surround Angel Oak Park.
- Sweetgrass baskets | Sweetgrass baskets and the art of basket weaving are key parts of Gullah culture in the Lowcountry.
- Broad Street | If you know Charleston, you know Broad Street. What you may not know is that this isn’t the road’s original name.
- Blind Tiger Pub | Speaking of Broad Street, this former speakeasy’s history involves The Prohibition and paranormal activity.
- Charleston RiverDogs | Dive into the history of the RiverDogs, aka Charleston’s Minor League Baseball team, who were crowned champions earlier this week.
- Old Cooper River bridges | If you’ve been here a while, you know many bridges have come and gone over the Cooper River.
- Bessie the Coburg Cow | She’s an icon in Charleston, and if you don’t know this bovine weather vane, it’s time to get acquainted.
Know what local history we should dive into next? Tell us here.
