Have you ever looked at a local spot and thought, “This place deserves to be commemorated?” Our city is full of legendary locations – many of which are indicated by historical markers. Historical markers reveal significant places, streets, neighborhoods, buildings, businesses, and cultural events from the past or present. Think: the Charleston City Market + Fort Sumter.
But not all significant areas get the attention they deserve. What about the Coburg Cow? Which has become Charleston’s favorite weather forecaster. Or the Folly Beach Boat which is known for being painted regularly. We want to put these places on the map — literally.
We’re putting your unofficial historical locations on the map.
Map via Proxi
Rules + details
Submit your historic place for a chance to be featured nationwide on our historical marker map. Our favorite submissions will then be featured in our newsletter, where we’ll put it to a vote. Who knows? Maybe it will receive an official historical marker.
Submissions are open through 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 3.
Finalists will be selected by our team and announced in our newsletter. These finalists will then go head-to-head in a vote for our readers’ favorite. The winner will be announced later in December. No promises that it will get an actual historical marker, but it will be one in our hearts.
Want to know more about official historical markers around town? Check out the Historical Marker Database.
Treasure Box Making | 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | The Charleston Library Society | $275+ | Learn to create personalized boxes using the same techniques employed for archival book boxes.
Santa and Sangrias Holiday Market | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Brew Coffee, Wine and Craft Beer, Hanahan | Free entry | Get ready for a jolly afternoon sipping delicious sangrias, shopping with local vendors, and celebrating the holiday season in style.
Flannel Fest | 2-5 p.m. | New Realm Brewing Co. | Free entry | Join other flannel enthusiasts for a day filled with music, food, and festive activities.
“Martha: The Cookbook” | 4 p.m. | Gaillard Center | $75 | Martha Stewart invites you to an afternoon celebrating her 100th cookbook.
Thanksgiving Pie Baking Class | 4-6:30 p.m. | Mercantile & Mash | $85 | Hone your pie-baking skills before Thanksgiving with the pastry team at Mercantile.
2nd Annual MashFest | 1-6 p.m. | Holy City Brewing, North Charleston | $75+ | King BBQ and Holy City Brewing are joining forces to bring you a festival with bourbon, barbecue, and beer.
Friday, Nov. 22
Seagrove Pottery Festival Weekend (two locations) | Through Sunday, Nov. 24 | Times vary by date | Participating pottery shops in Seagrove | $5+ | Two festivals celebrate the traditions of pottery in Seagrove, NC for shopping throughout the weekend before Thanksgiving.*
Noah Kahan will play at the Riviera Theater on Saturday, Nov. 30 as part of the American Express 15th annual Small Business Saturday celebration. Tickets are available now through a lottery request period. There will also be a Shop & Stroll on Market Street from 3 to 7 p.m.
Traffic
Stay alert. Charleston is currently experiencing its final King Tide of the year — the highest seasonal tides — which will last through Monday, Nov. 18. Be sure to check for road closures.
Development
East West Partners has opened 71 Wentworth Street, a restored 152-year-old building on King Street now transformed into 12 luxury residences. The renovation preserved its original Gothic windows and high ceilings. Initially priced at $1.7 million, the residences sold out within months, though one is currently available for purchase.
Drink
Low Tide Brewing plans to expand in Charleston County with a $22.2 million investment to build a new 26,800-sqft facility on Johns Island. The expansion will create 33 new jobs and help the company increase beer production to meet growing demand. The new operations are expected to begin in 2026.
Boone Hall’s free Christmas Tree Festival will take place on Saturday, Nov. 23 + Sunday, Nov. 24 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Choose from a selection of fresh-cut Christmas trees, handmade wreaths, and other decorations, plus enjoy family-friendly activities, live music, and a visit from Santa. (WCBD)
Try This
From Dec. 1 to Jan. 3, Wild Dunes Resort will host “Movie Home for the Holidays,” transforming select vacation rentals into holiday movie-themed stays. Enjoy Buddy’s Workshop, an “Elf"-themed home, or Griswold’s Christmas Vacation, inspired by “National Lampoon.” (Holy City Sinner)
Finance
High interest rates are a major concern, and paying down debt is a top priority for many Americans. If we told you there was a trending card that now has 0% intro APR on balance transfers into 2026, would you believe us? You should.*
Wellness
Say hello to KilgourMD, a hair growth solution that’s the ultimate fusion of cutting-edge science and gentle, plant-based ingredients. Grab the bundle for 15% off + free shipping.*
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Sports
🎾 This tournament is serving up world-class women’s tennis
Presented By LTP Tennis
This prestigious event offers fans a rare opportunity to watch some of the best female players in the world compete. | Photos provided by LTP Tennis
Tennis fans, mark your calendars. The Fifth Third WTA 125 tournament is bringing elite women’s tennis to LTP Mount Pleasant from Monday, Nov. 18 to Sunday, Nov. 24. The best part: Admission is free for the whole family.
During the tournament, guests can watch a thrilling 32-player singles draw and a 16-team doubles draw featuring some of the brightest stars in women’s tennis in an exciting, up-close setting.
WTA 125 tournaments are key on the Hologic WTA Tour, giving players vital ranking points and prize money that can lead to spots in larger WTA events. Thanks to Fifth Third’s support, this year’s winner’s purse is 166.7% “better than ever” — an incredible boost for rising stars.
In addition to world-class tennis, guests can enjoy Hamby Catering fresh salads, sandwiches, and take-and-bake options, available daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday).
The best early Black Friday deals added this week to Nordstrom. We’re seeing: athletic leggings, SKIMS bodysuits, ballet flats, cashmere gloves, and kitten heels.
Earlier this week, the CHStoday team attended pre-festivities for yesterday’s Charlotte Takeover event in Charleston.
Interestingly, we learned that Charlotte’s rising tourism is largely driven by visitors seeing family and friends who’ve moved there. If you’re heading to Charlotte to visit loved ones, check out CLTtoday — a local guide just like us but for the Queen City.
