HISTORIC CHARLESTOWN

Wednesday we took a stroll to the downtown area of Old Charleston. What history this area holds, both in the American Revolution and the Civil War. It was interesting to hear stories about what took place during both of these times in our Countries history. We will attempt to pass on some of what we learned to share with ya'll. (The south is growing on me.)

One of the mortars used to shell Ft. Sumter in 1861.

Moutrie Park on the tip on the Charleston Penn.,

Named for one of the Officers in the battle for Ft. Sumter.

An example of some of the great homes with beautiful landscaped yards and courtyards in the downtown area.

Some of the great homes along one block in the downtown area that have been restored and each

is painted a different color. This is called Rainbow Row.

A tour guide for the "Exchange". One of the oldest buildings in town. It was used as a prison in the 1700's.

A wall painting inside the "Exchange".

Some of the original cobblestone streets in town.

One on the new modern buildings. The US CUSTOM HOUSE.

One of a couple fountains in a downtown waterfront park.

Another pretty fountain. Wasn't running, but the posted sign allowed wading. Neat!