Duration: 2 hours
The Strong Women of the South History Tour is an exploration of historical Charleston from the perspective of the founding mothers and women of every color who contributed to our Great American Dream. Along the way, you will discover the beautiful truth: Charleston is the matriarchal capital of the western world, a city once owned and controlled by women.
Our exploration begins at the alleged execution site of America's First Female Serial Killer. We stand in the spot where she met her fate and hear her story. Then, you get to decide: was she really a serial killer or a woman protecting her rights!
Next, we visit the homes and sites of the "Old Maids," Women's Rights Activists, Printers, Artisans, Madams, Shopkeepers, and Plantation owners while discovering their contributions and conundrums, all written over by modern history.
Last, we visit the homes and shops of the women who built this great city.
Additional Information:
Itinerary
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Stops at: Old City JailHear the stories of the beautiful, the bold, and the bad women who helped create the American dream.Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Not Included
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Stops at: Unitarian Church in CharlestonThe mother of old Charles Town, the mother of America, and the mother of modern Charleston: hear the stories of the Strong Women of the South.Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Not Included
Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Includes:
- Museum entry fee for the Philip Simmons House at 30-1/2 Blake Street.
- Entry fee for the Halsey Gallery of Contemporary Art at 161 Calhoun Street.
Additional Information:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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