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The South Carolina Historical Society is housed in the historic Robert Mills Fireproof Building located at 100 Meeting Street.  Robert Mills was a Native of South Carolina and the first professionally trained architect born in the US.  The holdings located here are vasted and grow frequently. South Carolina Historical Society is a private, non-profit organization depending entirely on the generosity of its members to preserve and extend awareness of South Carolina history. 

Upcoming events include the 150th anniversary of secession with a gala event at Society Hall in Charleston on Sept 18th and the 2nd anunual Museum Mile Weekend on Sept 25-26.

More information can be found online at www.southcarolinahistoricalsociety.org

One of the most popular reason people move to Charleston is because they want to live near the beach. If you want to live on the beach, Charleston features a wide variety of beaches depending on what you’re looking for. Folly Beach has a more laid back feel and is very popular with those who like to surf. There’s also Kiawah, Seabrook and Wild Dunes if you would prefer a private beach. Isle of Palms and Sullivan’s Island provide a convenient location, closer to the downtown scene, and with plenty of public access. Sullivan’s is one of the more historical beaches in Charleston and is a quaint place to live featuring mostly houses and only two or three condos.

Besides the great selection of beaches, many people choose to relocate to Charleston for a variety of other reasons. Charleston is a cosmopolitan city whose residents enjoy the rich history of the city. Today, historic downtown Charleston is a reflection of what life was like in the past, with 18th century storefronts and other well-preserved buildings.

People also choose to relocate to Charleston because it is a great place to raise a family. Those who are looking to buy a home can find a great selection of homes and neighborhoods to meet their families’ needs. Charleston features some of the best public school districts and private schools in the state. In addition to the great schools, Charleston has a lot of other kid-oriented places too, such as the SC Aquarium, beaches, and county park.

But Charleston isn’t just a place for growing families. The AARP named Charleston as one of the top five dream towns in the U.S. for retirees. If you look at Charleston’s demographics, you’ll find that there are a lot of retirees. But, most don’t choose to live in a neighborhood solely geared towards retirement. Since Charleston has such a mix of people anyway, they base their decision on which community they like the most. Or, they decide based on location. The neighborhood that best suits their lifestyle may have other retirees as well as younger and older families.

Article by: Barbara Blue

     An ambitious project even by today’s standards, Brookgreen Gardens, built in 1931, by Archer and Anna Huntington, showcases American sculpture in an exquisite low country setting. Created on the grounds of four former rice plantations, Brookgreen incorporates many original plantation buildings. Anna Hyatt Huntington’s butterfly shaped garden features her notable work along with pieces covering the entire period of American sculpture, from the 1800’s to the present, currently numbering 900 plus. It’s one visual “wow” after another. You stroll entranced through “Live Oak Alleé,” a cathedral-like canopy of Spanish moss draped giants, a glint of gold glancing off McCartans’s gilded bronze “Dionysus,” just beyond. Breathtaking monumental sculptures rise larger than life from tranquil reflecting pools and spirited fountains.

     And there’s more. The Huntington’s winter home, Atalaya, is worth the $5.00 admission fee to Huntington Beach State Park, just across Highway 17. Being a state park and all, activities options abound. Tour Atalaya, then explore boardwalk nature trails, spend a day on the beach, picnic, fish, check out alligators, even camp if you like.

     With its unassuming stance, built from verbal instructions only, Atalaya, the Watchtower, is Archer Huntington’s Moorish fortress. Narrow hallways with long shuttered windows and intricate hand wrought iron bars, open on a courtyard of arching walkways and palmettos. Thirty rooms face the courtyard, whose forty ft water tower provided running water for the castle. Anna’s studio, impressive with its twenty-five foot skylight, opens onto a courtyard with a horse stable, dog kennel and bear pen built into the original construction for Anna’s animal models. 

Article by: Linda Catoe

Ty Pennington and his crew have been all across the map and now they want to drive that famous bus to South Carolina.

“We are looking for the deserving people and inspiring families that America can really root for,” says Supervising Casting Director Adam Drucker.

What does it take to be picked for an Extreme Makeover?

“We’re looking for those special people who have amazing strength of character and never give up. Whether it’s keeping their chin up in really tough circumstances or going out of their way to help others. We want to help people whose stories have really affected their community or made a big difference in other people’s lives.” Drucker added: “There are a lot of people who are heroes to those around them because of the way they inspire others and quietly serve their communities on a daily basis.”

The Extreme Makeover: Home Edition producers are looking for families whose homes desperately need to be rebuilt. “We really want to help families whose homes present major problems for the family, those big issues that affect the family’s quality of life on a daily basis. We want to find deserving people who just don’t have the resources, ability, or time to fix those serious issues without our help.”

This season Extreme Makeover is also looking for families, who do not own their own homes, so long as land is available through other sources, a nonprofit, city or county.

Nominations may be submitted by the family or by a member of their community. Each nomination must include the names and ages of every member of the household along with a description of the major challenges within the home, and a short description of the family story. Anyone submitting a nomination should be sure to explain why the nominated family is deserving, heroic, and/or a great role model for their community. If possible, include recent photos of the family and home. All nominations must include a contact phone number.

Please send nominations to castingsouthcarolina@gmail.com

A native German, Conrad Ehrhardt, traveled to America and laid his roots by starting operation of a saw mill, planning mill, and a grist and flour mill. Eventually, more and more people came to the town for work, and thus, became Ehrhardt, South Carolina.

There is abundant farmland and lodges for avid hunters. For over-night guests, the Ehrhardt Hall Bed and Breakfast is conveniently located right in town, and there is, also, the Broxton Bridge Plantation, which hosts Civil War reenactments annually.

Rivers Bridge State Historic Site is still intact for visitors to witness where one of the Confederacy’s last stands took place against General Sherman’s rampage on the south. Tours can be taken showing the battleground and Memorial Grounds. Admission is free,

At the end of August every year, Ehrhardt hosts a festival called Schützenfest, meaning “hunter’s festival” in German. Complete with a parade and evening street dances, this festival is excellent for the entire family to enjoy.

Smiling faces, handshakes, charm, and history is what you will find in Ehrhardt, South Carolina. Make sure to stop in and give them a visit!

Article by Paige Johnson

Hunting Island is home to abundant wildlife including loggerhead turtles, herons, egrets, deer, sea horses, and barracuda. The park also hosts the only lighthouse in South Carolina that visitors are able to climb. The view from the top is amazing; a beautiful sight of the ocean and acres of marshland can be seen. Numerous spots are superb for fishing, including the pier, located at the south end of the island.

The park has many facilities for anyone to enjoy. Camping grounds are available for RVs, tents, or group campers and the beach is easily accessible from these areas. The Hunting Island’s Visitor Center is located in the central portion of the park and offers information on the vicinity and is also connected with the trails. Hikers or bikers can travel one of the many trails and take pleasure in the views of the large, sand-dredged lagoon or the stunning maritime forest.

Lucky sightseers can witness the loggerhead turtle hatchlings scampering to the ocean during late summer or early fall. The turtles are rigorously protected, so touching or disturbing them, or their eggs, are prohibited. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone, especially children, wanting to experience a very infrequent occurrence.

Hunting Island State Park is the perfect, family-friendly place to enjoy true beauty and a natural coastal setting.

Article by Paige Johnson

It’s that time of year again that everyone, especially parents, look forward to; the back-to-school tax free weekend. The weekend of August 6–8, 2010, starting at 12:01 a.m. on Friday and ending at midnight the following Sunday, customers will be able to purchase certain items exempt from sales tax. This is a blessing for parents needing to buy back-to-school items and clothing for children. The following are general examples of eligible items for purchase.

• Clothing
• Accessories
• Computer and computer equipment
• Footwear
• School supplies

For a complete list of eligible items visit: www.sctax.org

Make sure to bring the kids for the Panther Pals program. At select practices, a few lucky pint sized fans, ages 6-13, will be able to watch part of the practice from field level. Afterwards, they will get to spend some time with a Panther and will also receive a tee shirt.

A main event you don’t want to miss is the “Back to Football” party July 31, 2010 at the Gibbs Stadium Plaza. Admission is free with live entertainment, face painting for the kids, and great food. The party will continue after practice is over.

A few more of the plans the Panthers have for fans are Monday Movie Night; showing at different dates, “Radio” and “The Blind Side”, Tee Shirt Tuesdays where the players will toss shirts to the crowd, and Tailgate Party where you can enjoy BBQ ribs and local Bluegrass bands.

CLICK HERE for a full schedule of events and practices.

Article by Paige Johnson

Jam up entertainment is endless, from live local bands to anyone’s own “five-minutes-of-fame” karaoke. If you are more of a laid back kind of person, it is easy to find a classy and quiet restaurant with the finest wines and four course meals. Murrells Inlet has an array of award winning chefs preparing food everyday. The possibilities of Restaurant Row are endless as you stroll down the Marsh Walk where all the main restaurants are featured.

If you would like to prepare your own meal, take a fishing charter and catch your own. There are also a few fresh seafood markets with great staff that will assist you with recipes and how to choose your main course. With Murrells Inlet being the Seafood Capital of South Carolina, you should not have a problem with variety.

Take a picnic to the seawall where you can enjoy the view of the marsh outlined with exquisite beach homes and condominiums from the neighboring town, Garden City. If you are lucky, you might even spot one of the many large fishing boats coming in to deliver the “catch-of-the-day”. At low tide, you can’t miss the distinct smell of the pluff mud with all the thousands of oyster beds lining the shore.

Take a trip a few miles down the road and visit a National Historic Landmark, the Atalaya Castle located at Huntington Beach State Park. Endless beach and picnic areas are at your fingertips. Right across the street is the beautiful Brookgreen Gardens. Hand crafted sculptures and an array of flora, this is a must see. There is a petting zoo for the kids and admission is not only cheap, but good for seven days.

So next time you visit one of the best known vacation spots in the state, take a day and go south to the Inlet. You will not be disappointed and will make it a tradition to go back for years to come.

Article by: Paige Johnson