Local Events March 2021

Spring has sprung and Charleston is as beautiful as ever! Warm temperatures with lower humidity makes for a wonderful season to start exploring Charleston. Although some days may be cooler, if you are flexible there are plenty of things to see and do!

If you are like me, free is always in the budget. Did you know Charleston has many free activities to explore? Here are just a few:

Avery Research Center for African American History & Culture: The Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture offers insights into the city's educational and cultural history. The Center is located in a historic building that was occupied by the Avery Normal Institute, which operated from 1865 to 1954 as a segregated school for African American students. Daily guided tours explore the history of the School while discussing the history and culture of African American people in the Lowcountry. The Avery Research Center is located at 125 Bull St. Admission is free, but donations are accepted. For more information go here.

Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art: Located within the School of the Arts at the College of Charleston, the Halsey Institute's public facilities includes two interlinked museum quality exhibition spaces for the production, presentation, interpretation, and dissemination of ideas of innovative visual arts from around the world. Exhibitions change regularly so there is always something new to explore. For more information go here.

Shem Creek Park: One of my family's favorite places to visit, Shem Creek is a great way to

explore the marsh scenery and wildlife. Walk the 2200-foot boardwalk that crosses the marsh and have a beautiful view of Charleston Harbor. Free parking is available. Need directions? Go here.

Angel Oak: One of the oldest trees in the south, Angel Oak is rumored to be around 400 years old, this tree is 65 feet high and has a circumference of 25.5 feet, shading an area of 17,000 square feet. Enjoy spending time near this historic and beautiful tree during the hottest days and you will be shocked at how cool it is under this mighty oak! One of my family's favorite places. Although temporary closed on Wednesdays, this is a must see for anyone new or exploring Charleston. Go here for more information.

The next few events are not free, but are definitely something to consider when exploring the beautiful Charleston, South Carolina:

March 7: Pearlz Last Oyster Roast Until Fall!

Come enjoy all you can eat oysters at Pearlz Oyster Bar. Pre-tickets only will be allowed for this event. For tickets, go here.

March 13: Candlelight Exploration of Drayton Hall

Experience a candlelight tour of this eighteenth century historic house, the oldest untouched home open to the public in the United States. For more information, go here.

March 20: Sweetgrass Basket Class

Ever wonder how your favorite sweetgrass baskets were made? Wonder no more! Learn the 300 year tradition of sweetgrass basket weaving and Gullah history while making a basket of your own. This two hour class includes the materials for making your basket, plus your first beer, wine, cider, or mimosa. Go here for more information.

March 26 & 27 : Big Band Legacy- Evolution of the Jazz Orchestra

Join the Charleston Jazz Orchestra present a musical timeline of the evolution of Jazz Orchestra with Big Band Legacy in this outdoor event. Patrons should bring their own chair, but there will be food and drink available for purchase. For more information and tickets click here.

I hope you are able to get out and enjoy some of these local events this month! As always, due to a global pandemic I would recommend double checking with the event holder to insure that the event is not cancelled.