Out and About
Community Offerings
Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site
Walk in the footsteps of the original Charles Towne colonists at Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site and explore Charleston’s beginnings. Visit the museum, history and garden trails, Animal Forest zoo, and board the 17th-century sailing vessel Adventure- all for one low price! To plan your day, visit www.charlestownlanding.travel.
Charles Towne Landing 1500 Old Towne Rd Charleston, SC 29407
843-852-4200 www.charlestownelanding.travel
The Charleston Museum
Spend a day with your family at The Charleston Museum exploring their collection that includes a dinosaur, an Egyptian mummy, a polar bear, and so much more. Experience Kidstory, a hands-on exhibit where children can discover Charleston’s history and natural environment. They offer many children and family activities year round, including Toddler Days, Family Fun Events, and Kid Tours. Join us for events such as Brownie and Jr. Girl Scout Badge Workshops, Home School History Days, special workshops and even birthday parties. Hours: Monday- Saturday 9-5, Sundays 1-5.
360 Meeting St. Charleston, SC 29403
843-722-2996 ext. 236 www.charlestonmuseum.org
Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission
Let Yourself Go! The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission strives to improve the quality of life in Charleston County by offering a diverse system of park facilities, programs and services. The large park system includes three land parks, two beach parks, three seasonally-lifeguarded beach areas, three dog parks, two landmark fishing piers, three waterparks, 19 boat landings, a climbing wall, a challenge course, an interpretive center, an equestrian center, cottages, a campground and a marina. The park system also offers a wide variety of recreational services – festivals, camps, classes, programs, and much more! Call for 795-4FUN more information or visit their website at www.ccprc.com.
843-795-4FUN www.ccprc.com
Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry
The Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry (CML) is the place where children and families experience the magic of hands-on learning. Come enjoy the Medieval Creativity Castle, Raceways, WaterWise, The Charleston Market, Lowcountry Pirate Ship, Infant & Toddler Playspace, Awesome Art Room and the Children’s Garden. Tues.-Sat. 9-5, Sun.1-5.
25 Ann St. Charleston, SC 29403
843-853-8962 www.explorecml.org
Dee Norton Lowcountry Children’s Center
The Dee Norton Lowcountry Children’s Center (DNLCC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving victims of child abuse and neglect in Charleston and Berkeley counties. Their mission is to keep children safe from abuse, and when abuse occurs, to work with our community to bring healing to these children and their families. By bringing together child protective services, law enforcement, medical, legal, educational, and mental health professionals, DNLCC provides a coordinated approach to helping children and their families at no cost. Since the opening in 1991, DNLCC has helped over 18,000 children and their families. Visit www.dnlcc.org to learn more.
1061 King Street Charleston, SC 29403
843-723-3600 www.dnlcc.org
Kiawah Island Golf Resort Nature Program
The Heron Park Nature Center is located in the heart of Kiawah Island Golf Resort and is the headquarters for the Island’s Nature Program. Through year-round exciting educational programs, our Naturalists are dedicated to introducing children and adults to the beauty and importance of our unique barrier island. The Nature Center is also home to several different species of wildlife found in and around Kiawah Island. Everyone is welcome and admission to the Nature Center is free.
4000 Sea Forest Dr. Kiawah Island, SC 29455
843-768-6001 www.kiawahnatureprogram.com
Find us on Facebook: Kiawah Island Nature Program
Lowcountry Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure
The Lowcountry Affiliate is the local partner for the world’s largest and most progressive grassroots network fighting breast cancer. Through annual events like the Komen Lowcountry Race for the Cure®, they have invested more than $3.5 million in local breast health and breast cancer awareness projects. Seventy-five percent of net proceeds stay in the 13-county service area, while the remaining income goes to the national Susan G. Komen for the Cure to support research, and educational and scientific programs around the world. For more information, visit komenlowcountry.org, facebook.com/komencountry and twitter.com/komenlowcountry.
South Carolina Aquarium
Dive into unforgettable memories with your kids at the South Carolina Aquarium! Explore the wildlife and wild places of South Carolina with interactive exhibits where you can feed stingrays in the new stingray encounter, get up-close and touch animals in the Touch Tank, spot a rare albino American alligator in Blackwater Swamp, let your imagination set sail in the Something’s Fishy Play Zone boat and see the magic of the Sea Turtle Hospital with a behind-the-scenes tour. You won’t want to miss the daily dive shows, animal encounters and interactive programs! Explore the South Carolina Aquarium all year long with a Family Membership, plus family events, special savings and much more! Visit scaquarium.org for details.
100 Aquarium Wharf Charleston, SC 29401
843-577-FISH (3474) www.scaquarium.org
