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Kid-friendly activities in Charleston
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Charleston, SC has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
March 31, 2026 09:18 AM
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The Lowcountry Jazz Festival returns to Charleston this Labor Day Weekend
This two-day festival will celebrate the vibrant sounds of jazz at the Gaillard Center.
August 20, 2024
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Erika Ross
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Culture
Gibbes Museum spearheads a new community membership initiative
This new initiative promotes cultural exchange + strengthens the connections between local art, history, and science spots.
June 28, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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The City of North Charleston is launching Artist-in-Residence pilot program
The city is looking for a visual artist to work out of the Artist-in-Residence studio.
June 13, 2024
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Erika Ross
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10 free ways to enjoy the CMA this summer
From May 24 through September 1, South Carolinians can enjoy the Columbia Museum of Art’s 27 galleries and all the different ways to explore them — plus a range of exciting events — admission-free.
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Business
Our second National Small Business Week spotlight is Stevenson & Co.
In today’s National Small Business Week spotlight, we’re introducing you to Stevenson & Co., a contemporary fine art gallery in the French Quarter.
April 29, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Culture
Q+A with Emily Donica about Charleston fashion
Let’s talk spring + summer trends and all things Charleston fashion.
April 23, 2024
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We’re spotlighting 10 Charleston theaters
A guide to enjoying plays, performances, and theaters in the 843.
April 17, 2024
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The Gibbes Museum of Art will host Art Charleston
Art Charleston is the city’s premier visual arts event.
April 16, 2024
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Know before you go: Southeastern Wildlife Exposition
Whether you’re planning a wild weekend of wildlife interaction or a quiet evening admiring fine art, The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition has something for everybody.
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Go birding around Charleston
Use this guide to spot a variety of birds along the Charleston shore, in the sky, and on land.
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What would the Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony look like in Charleston?
The grand opening of the Alpine event is on Friday, Feb. 6 in Northern Italy. We’re imagining how it would go down in the Charleston area.
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Celebrate the big game, Charleston style
From game-day snacks to the best watch parties in town, here’s your guide to celebrating the last game of the football season in Charleston.
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