Created in 1748 by nineteen Charlestonians wishing access to the latest publications from Great Britain. The Charleston Library Society was the precursor for the founding of the College of Charleston in 1770 and provided the core collection of natural history artifacts for the Charleston Museum, the first American museum built in 1773. Today it stands as a full use circulation library and research center.
Adults,Historical / Educational
Downtown Charleston
843.723.9912
164 King Street
Charleston, SC
29401