08.02.2023

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🥂 Cheers to 170 years

The Mills House celebrates 170 years

The Mills House is one of ~300 hotels and resorts that is recognized by Historic Hotels of America. | Photo provided by The Mills House

This month marks 170 years for the Mill House, the iconic pink hotel at 115 Meeting St. in downtown Charleston. The hotel will host programming, have a throwback menu + partner with local groups to celebrate this milestone.

Throughout the years

The hotel at the corner of Queen and Meeting Streets was originally opened in 1853 and named after its owner, Otis Mills. The five-story building originally cost around $200,000 and featured 180 guest rooms, a dining saloon, and in-house laundry, among other amenities.

Over the years, the hotel survived the effects of the Civil War, switched owners, and even changed names several times. In 1902, when then-President Theodore Roosevelt visited, the name was St. John Hotel.

This photo shows a vintage, all black and white Mills House when it was known as St. John Hotel. — Back when Mills House was known as St. John Hotel.
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Photo provided by Historic Charleston Foundation

In 1970, it was known as the Mills Hyatt House and was torn down and rebuilt — the chandeliers and iron railing were kept.

Today, after recent renovations, the Mills Hotel is refreshed with new rooms, guest amenities, gathering spaces, and culinary concepts.

Mill House’s August celebrations

Throwback menu at Iron Rose | Stop by the hotel’s restaurant all month for historic dishes that pay homage to the original dining menu from 1860. Guests will have a three-course tasting menu for $48 per person.

Jerry Thomas inspired cocktail menu | Iron Rose will offer a special cocktail menu featuring twists on classic recipes. Some drinks available are the Carriage Club Collins, Queen Street Punch, and the Powder Magazine.

Gibbes Museum pop-up gallery | A pop-up gallery curated by the Gibbes Museum will be in the hotel’s lobby, featuring original historical works of the Mills House.

Mills House barber shop | On Saturday, Aug. 26, the hotel will host a pop-up barbershop with Broad Street Barber offering free haircuts + classic shaves.

Social media giveaways | From Friday, Aug. 25 to Thursday, Aug. 31, the hotel will have daily social media giveaways, including a swag bag, free frosé at the Terrace Bar, and a two-night stay in a studio suite at the hotel.

Events

Wednesday, Aug. 2

Dork-out with the Director | Wednesday, Aug. 2 | 5-6 p.m. | Nathaniel Russell House Museum, 51 Meeting St., Charleston | $7-$15 | Explore architecture at this interactive historical house tour.
Instrumental Jazz Night: A Night of Latin Music | Wednesday, Aug. 2 | 7-10 p.m. | Forte Jazz Lounge, 475 King St., Charleston | $20-$30 | This band is filled with Charleston’s best jazz musicians as they explore the dynamic and exciting Latin Jazz genre.

Thursday, Aug. 3

North Charleston Farmers Market | Thursday, Aug. 3 | 3-7 p.m. | Exchange Ball Park, 5025 Lackawanna Blvd., North Charleston | Free | Feast your eyes on locally grown produce and specialty foods in the community.

Friday, Aug. 4

Fossil Friday with the Natural History Department | Friday, Aug. 4 | 3:30-4:30 p.m. | The Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting St., Charleston | Free with admission | Learn from the staff about projects that are currently being worked on and get help identifying your fossil finds.

Calendar events here

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An easy way to support local schools

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You can get your shopping done and support local schools at the same time via Lowes Foods’ Cart to Class program. | Photo by the COLAtoday team

If the phrase “back to school” makes you want to take a 12-hour nap, we hear you.

No worries if you’re not ready to shop for supplies, plan lunches, or return to the pick-up line just yet. Here’s a way you can start the school year on the right foot while getting your weekly groceries. Enter: Lowes Foods’ Cart to Class program.

Through Cart to Class, Lowes Foods will give up to a quarter million dollars to local schools this year.

How it works:

Enroll in the program online.
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When you shop, your selected schools will be automatically rewarded based on your purchases. Well done.

Learn more and sign up (for free)

News Notes

Drink

Sip on this — Park and Grove will celebrate its second anniversary this month by adding its signature cocktail, the Birthday Strawberry Margarita, back to the drink menu. Signature ingredients include fresh muddled strawberry and jalapeño, agave, flaky sea salt, and spices.

Development

The project to replace the Beresford Creek Bridge on Daniel Island will begin Tuesday, Aug. 15, and is expected to last nine months. Residents living west of the bridge will be rerouted to Clements Ferry Road. Residents living to the east will be rerouted to Seven Farms Road and River Landing Drive. (WCBD)

Ranked

No. 6. That’s where SC ranked on Wallet Hub’s States with the Best and Worst Early Education Systems list. The rankings were based on 12 key metrics, including program availability, quality benchmarks, and per-child spending. To find the best fit for your child, check our school guide for local education options.

Listen

New podcast alert — The Charleston American Marketing Association launched a new podcast featuring marketing experts and special guests. Episodes for The Charleston Marketing Podcast are now available.

Shop

Wellness

Four Sigmatic’s organic protein powder is the ultimate smoothie booster. It contains 18 grams of protein and 1500 milligrams of adaptogens per serving — nourishing your mind + body.

Travel

Searching for the perfect luggage set that’s both lightweight + durable? We love this set for its polycarbonate shell and quiet double spinner wheels.

Eat

Slice and serve your favorite meats + cheeses on this sleek yet durable maple wood cutting board. Bonus: It’s preconditioned with beeswax, linseed, and lemon oil.

Pets

It’s time to treat your fur baby with a product worth barking about. Check out the Martingale Collar in peach + gold from Major Darling.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Erika

From the editor

One of my favorite events I’ve attended in this role thus far has been the Summer Sizzle event at the Mills House. The views, food, drinks, music + the live painter, Julia Deckman, made a great evening.

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