Art, Museums and Educational Activities in Folly Beach
Folly Beach is obviously well known as a beach and vacation destination on the East Coast. However, some may not know that it is also a bastion of art, museums, and educational activities for people of all ages. From nature tours to history museums, music venues to harbor tours, Folly Beach has numerous activities for families, large groups and more – all within a short drive of your stay.
Learn more about some of the cultural and historical institutions and sights in Folly Beach.
Mace Brown Museum of Natural History | 202 Calhoun St. 2nd floor. 843.953.5589.
Small, new museum with accessible exhibits for the whole family. Free, contribution suggested. Hours: 11-4, except Wednesdays. More Information
Naturalist Tours
These free tours are much in demand and signup begins 30 days ahead. More Information
Children’s Museum | 25 Ann St, 29403. 843-853-8962.
Exhibits, activities. Tues.–Sat. 9-5; Sun. 12-5. More Information
Charleston Music Hall | 37 John Street. 843-853-2252.
Events and films most nights, a mix from regional talent to national. More Information
City Art Gallery | 34 Prioleau St. 843-958-6484.
Tues.–Fri.: 10-6; Sat.&Sun., 12-5. Short exhibits by lowcountry-associated artists. Overlooks Charleston Harbor. More Information
Charleston Daily Harbor Tours | 888-224-5037.
11:30, 1:30, 3:30. A USCG licensed captain narrates history, sights, and facts about the Charleston Harbor as you pass locations critical to United States history. More Information
Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre | 164 Church St. 843.937.6453
Shows at 7, 7:30, 8, 0r 8:30, most nights. Rotation of 4 plays. More Information
34 West Theatre | 843-901-9343.
“The Power of Love,” 3/5/19–6/1/19; “Simply Irresistible,” 6/14/19-9/7/19. This small theatre does about 5 performances a week to excellent reviews. Check for tickets to assure seating. More Information
Halsey Art Gallery | 161 Calhoun St. 843.953.4422.
Exhibits always create conversation. Hours: Monday – Saturday, 11am – 4pm; until 7pm on Thursdays. More Information
Museum Mile
Charleston’s concentration of museums & historic houses. Multiple options. More Information
2nd Sunday on King | (843) 303-1113.
Cars are re-routed so the street may become a lively pedestrian fair with outdoor dining, live music and special deals offered by the merchants. More Information
First Fridays, 5-8pm | Art Walk on Broad St.
Hosted by restaurants, shops, boutiques, and 15 galleries. More Information
Charleston City Market presents: Evenings in the Market | 73-A N Market St. 6:45-10:30.
Enjoy food from local vendors & sounds of local musicians while shopping local. Weekends, March-Dec. More Information
Gibbes Museum of Art | 135 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401. 843-722-2706.
Hours: closed Monday; Tues. & Thurs.: 10-6; Wed., 10-8; Fri. & Sat, 10-5; Sun. 1-5. More Information
