EDMONDSTON - ALSTON HOUSE MUSEUM

CHARLESTON, SC

crossing the bow EM10II-26238.1 Stono River, South Carolina
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The Edmondston-Alston House Museum is a historic house museum located in Charleston, South Carolina. The house was built in 1825 and was originally owned by Charles Edmondston, a wealthy rice planter. The house was later purchased by Charles Alston, a successful businessman and politician.

The museum features a collection of antiques, furniture, and artifacts that tell the story of Charleston's history, including the city's role in the Civil War. Visitors can tour the house and grounds and learn about the lives of the Edmondston and Alston families, as well as the history of Charleston and the South.

The house is a beautiful example of Greek Revival architecture, with sweeping porches and elegant details. Inside, visitors can see original furniture and artwork, including a portrait of George Washington by Gilbert Stuart.

The museum also offers educational programs for children and adults, including guided tours and special events. Visitors can enjoy a stroll through the gardens and take in views of Charleston Harbor from the house's veranda.

Overall, the Edmondston-Alston House Museum is a must-see for anyone interested in Charleston's rich history and beautiful architecture.

EDMONDSTON - ALSTON HOUSE MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in CHARLESTON SC. US MID #8404500068

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

crossing the bow EM10II-26238.1 Stono River, South Carolina
Magnolia Plantation and Garden EM10II-1026338.1 Magnolia Plantation and Garden
Effortless EM10II-26298.2 Magnolia Plantation and Garden
IMG_2063.HEIC Doyle on King St, Charleston
IMG_2065.HEIC Along Broad St
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000083650010.jpg King St, Charleston, looking away from harbor. Ben Silver mens store is at the clock.
000083650015.jpg Along Broad St
000083650016.jpg A building on Broad St
000083650017.jpg Historic church
000083650019.jpg Looking to the end of Broad St
000083650020.jpg Along another street

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EDMONDSTON - ALSTON HOUSE MUSEUM
21 EAST BATTERY
CHARLESTON
SC
29401

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EDMONDSTON - ALSTON HOUSE MUSEUM Information

MID # 8404500068
Name EDMONDSTON - ALSTON HOUSE MUSEUM
Alternate Name EDMONDSTON - ALSTON HOUSE MUSEUM
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 32.771695, -79.928415
CODES FIPS State Code: 45
FIPS County Code: 019
US Census Tract: 000200
US Census Block: 2011