5 Family-Friendly Museums in Charleston

Charleston, South Carolina, offers family travelers fun and educational opportunities at these family-friendly museums.

Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry
Open daily, the museum hosts hands-on exhibits and programs geared toward children ages 10 and younger. The programs offer innovative learning experiences, encouraging children to become creative problem solvers. The museum recently began a large-scale renovation project.

Gibbes Museum of Art
Charleston’s only art museum houses a collection of more than 10,000 pieces of fine artwork, primarily from American artists, highlighting the city and the south. Children may participate in a range of workshops and programming available year-round.

Mace Brown Museum of Natural History
Located on the College of Charleston campus, the natural history museum houses a collection of artifacts and fossils. Admission is free and donations are encouraged.

Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon
The National Historic Landmark and museum delves into Charleston’s complex history. The building previously served as a jail and custom house. Open daily, the museum hosts educational programs for children of all ages.

The Charleston Museum
Founded in 1773, the museum is often considered the first museum in the United States. Learn about the cultural heritage of the city and South Carolina Lowcountry. Special educational programming is available for children, from scavenger hunts to guided tours.