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This image shows a sculpture studio filled with classical and Gothic-style works. Visible are statues, ornate columns, carved blocks, and architectural elements. The space is organized for artistic creation or restoration, with tools and materials scattered throughout.

Culture

Forging a new generation of makers at the American College of the Building Arts

Take a peek behind the doors of the American College of the Building Arts + learn what students are up to and where you can see their work around the city.

May 21, 2025

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Callie Putnam

Sponsored by NxTrek

City

Local Government 101: Understanding The City of Charleston’s Board of Architectural Review

Use this article as a tool to learn about what the Board of Architectural Review Small + Large do and how you can get involved.

May 21, 2025

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Callie Putnam

celebration with streamers for spoleto festival

Festivals

Spoleto Festival USA returns with 100+ performances across Charleston

From jazz and opera to dance and physical theater, here’s one can’t-miss Spoleto Festival USA event from each genre to help you plan your festival lineup.

May 20, 2025

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Erika Ross

Events

Free and festive: Your guide to several 2025 Piccolo Spoleto’s complimentary events

From outdoor concerts and art exhibitions to sand sculpting and potlucks, explore some of the best regional and local talent with these can’t-miss Piccolo Spoleto free events running May 23 through June 8.

May 20, 2025

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Erika Ross

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Sponsored by Columbia Museum of Art

Culture

Charleston’s peninsula is home to 400+ places of worship

You can’t imagine Charleston’s skyline with out seeing steeples, and with 400+ of the on the peninsula alone, it’s no wonder Charleston was given the nickname “Holy City.”

May 19, 2025

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Callie Putnam

Honor our nation’s heroes in Charleston this Memorial Day

Several Memorial Day events around Charleston aim to honor our nation’s heroes.

May 19, 2025

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Callie Putnam

Kardea Brown cuts a ceremonial ribbon at the grand opening of Kardea Brown’s Southern Kitchen at Charleston International Airport. She stands in front of the restaurant’s colorful sign alongside local officials and supporters.

Food

Kardea Brown brings Lowcountry flavors to the Charleston International Airport

Kardea Brown, the “Delicious Miss Brown” star, opens a new Southern restaurant serving Gullah-inspired classics like shrimp & grits and a cheesy crab dip.

May 16, 2025

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Erika Ross

Three plates of barbecue from Lewis Barbecue.

Food

Readers share where they’ll celebrate National Barbecue Day in Charleston

There are so many beloved barbecue spots in the Holy City — check out where some readers say the best are to celebrate National Barbecue Day.

May 15, 2025

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Callie Putnam