Beaufort's history spans back to the time of Spanish explorers. From museums to churches to a house used as a headquarters for the Union Army during the Civil War to the first school for freed slaves in South Carolina following that war, the history of Beaufort reflects our national experience and struggles.
Parris Island Museum
The Parris Island Museum is open Monday through Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
(843) 228-2951
The Parris Island Museum in the War Memorial Building depicts the history of Parris Island since the French Huguenots landed in 1562. The museum is chock-full of exhibits about historic Beaufort – including 127 different types of weapons – depicting all the wars the Marine Corps has been involved in. Civil War buffs and kids will enjoy the big Civil War display with its miniature battle scenes. Be sure to inquire about bus tours and self-guided driving tours of the island at the visitor’s center.
The Beaufort Museum
The museum is open Monday through Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
(843) 525-7077
The Beaufort Museum in the Arsenal Building, 713 Craven Street, is a unique and funky museum, full of Indian and Civil War artifacts and Beaufort memorabilia, including a spinning wheel from the Colonial era and the desk Robert Smalls used as a congressman. Before or after your trip through the museum, kids will also enjoy the cannons in the museum’s courtyard. Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet for your family to use when going through the museum to make your experience interactive and educational.
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Beaufort Museum and Arsenal
Phone: (843) 525-7077
Fax: (843) 525-7013 | PO Box 11
Beaufort, SC 29901 | |
A unique and funky museum, full of Indian and Civil War artifacts and Beaufort memorabilia, including a spinning wheel from the Colonial era and the desk Robert Smalls used as a congressman. Before or after your trip through the museum, kids will also enjoy the cannons in the museumÕs courtyard. Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet for your family to use when going through the museum to make your experience interactive and educational. The museum is open Monday through Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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John Mark Verdier House Museum
| Phone: 843-524-6334 | 801 Bay Street
Beaufort, S.C. 29902 | |
Built in 1805, this Federal-style home was taken over by the Union as an officers headquarters during the Civil War. Open Mon-Sat 10:30 am - 4:00 pm.
Penn Center, Inc.
Phone: (843) 838-2432
Fax: (843) 838-8545 | P.O. Box 126
St. Helena Island, SC 29920 | |
Open Monday - Saturday 11 am - 4 pm. The first school for freed slaves in South Carolina and now a museum and cultural center.
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