Carolopolis Awards and Preserving History in Charleston, SC

The photos shows the before and after of the Boone Hall Gin House. — The Preservation Society of Charleston celebrates 70 years of honoring preservation work.

So many things make Charleston, Charleston — and history is undoubtedly one of those things. Recently, 12 projects were recognized for playing a role in preserving history.

The Preservation Society of Charleston hosted the 70th Carolopolis Awards — which honors projects (residential, commercial, and institutional) that maintain the character + authenticity of the Charleston area and Lowcountry.

This photo shows the Carolopolis Award mounted onto a brick building. — Nearly 1,500 awards have been awarded since 1953.

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There are five areas for which the Carolopolis plaques are awarded.

Exterior
Interior
New Construction
Resilience
Pro Merito

Both private and public projects are recognized in these awards. President + CEO of the Preservation Society Brian Turner says, “Carolopolis projects are rarely about any one individual, but how groups of those devoted to stewardship can collectively work together to tackle challenges.”
Next time you’re downtown or near one of these properties take note of the Carolopolis plaques. Tap below to see some of the before and after photos of the projects.