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Culture
Hallmark movies with ties to the Lowcountry
Ever spotted the Holy City on the silver screen? We have.
December 16, 2025 12:20 PM
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Sweetgrass basket short film “Hands to Heritage” features the Lowcountry
Bloomberg Philanthropies has created a short film based on the connection between South Carolina and Rwanda basket weavers.
June 20, 2023
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Mia Benvenuto
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Arts
Explore this digital art gallery in Charleston
View unique digital art at Beeple Studios.
May 12, 2023
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Tatum Jacaruso
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5 ways to explore (and interact with) Charlotte, NC’s arts scene
From art fests to gallery crawls, see why Charlotte’s bustling arts scene is worth traveling for.
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12 murals around Charleston
Check out our guide to the many meaningful murals you can find around our city.
April 4, 2023
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Sara Frazier
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The International African American Museum has released an updated opening date
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, June 27.
February 28, 2023
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Alexandra Garian
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Culture
The history of jazz in Charleston
Calling all music lovers.
February 17, 2023
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Tatum Jacaruso
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Try This: “Our Own Work, Our Own Way” at the Columbia Museum of Art
We checked out the CMA’s new exhibition, which features the work of 42 female artists.
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Arts
Spoleto Festival USA releases 2023 programming
Here’s a look at the schedule.
January 27, 2023
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Alexandra Garian
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Events
11 upcoming concerts in Charleston
Check out these artists headed for the Holy City this year.
January 17, 2023
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Alexandra Garian
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There’s a new art exhibit on Gullah Geechee culture
Visit Brookgreen Gardens to explore these works.
January 10, 2023
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Tatum Jacaruso
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Food
Chef David Schuttenberg brings Kwei Fei + Beautiful South flavors to Tutti’s in the new Pass the Peel series
The Pass the Peel series creates a unique space for collaboration among Charleston chefs, challenging them to highlight the flavors they work with in a pizza.
August 18, 2025
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Events
Know before you go: Marcus King Band Family Reunion
Marcus King will head to North Charleston’s Firefly Distillery to show off his SC roots and host a family-friendly weekend filled with music + barbecue.
August 18, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Date night ideas for every type of Charlestonian
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in the Holy City.
August 18, 2025
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Sports
10+ places to watch football in Charleston
Whether you’re rooting for your team or just looking for a good game, you can get your football fix at one of these Charleston locations all season long.
August 14, 2025
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Erika Ross
Two tall, cylindrical brick smokestacks stand in a courtyard with landscaped planters at their bases, framed by leafy trees and a historic red-brick industrial building with arched windows in the background.
City
Historic smokestacks at the St. Julian Devine Community Center to be restored
Leaders with the City of Charleston say they will restore the smokestacks in an effort to protect the Eastside’s skyline.
August 14, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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History
A look at how Charleston claimed its official city status
From settlement to city, we’re taking a look back at the path Charleston took to becoming official.
August 12, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Dog-friendly business guide for Charleston
Explore these dog-friendly businesses in Charleston that span from places to eat, drink, shop, exercise, swim, and stay the night.
August 11, 2025
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Food
Hit the road for Restaurant Week Upstate
It’s Restaurant Week in the Upstate, so get your keys, we’re checking out eateries offering special dishes, menus, and deals for a limited time.
August 11, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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