Venues
Historic Homes
Gov. Thomas Bennett House
Known as one of the grandest and most beautiful antebellum homes in Charleston, this former governor residence features a free-flying staircase and elegant garden.
William Aiken House
This National Historic Landmark is an elegant venue with a rich history. It was home first to a railroad company and later to Governor William Aiken.
Old Exchange Building And Provost Dungeon
Seated dinners and receptions are grand in the building that was the economic hub of 18th century Charleston, S.C. and the place where George Washington was entertained.
The Confederate Home and Women's College
Once a shelter for hundreds of Confederate widows, this two-story historic venue is defined by furnished drawing rooms, a stately columned piazza and a beautifully landscaped garden that make any event memorable.
Unique Venues
Cottage On The Creek
Located on Historic Shem Creek just three miles from downtown Charleston, the cottage offers spectacular sunset views and amenities few venues can top.
Gaillard Auditorium
This flexible venue can beautifully accommodate as few as 50 people and as many as 2,700, and is a favorite local spot for everything from Broadway productions to conventions to private board meetings.
South Carolina Aquarium
Imagine an evening gala in a dramatically lit ocean gallery or a breakfast meeting overlooking historic Charleston Harbor. Such events are standard at the South Carolina Aquarium, which stands next to a dock where guests can arrive by boat, if preferred.
USS Yorktown
The centerpiece of Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum, the USS Yorktown is a heavily decorated WWII aircraft carrier. It’s perfect for M.A.S.H. and U.S.O. themes and patriotic dinners. The flight deck and hangar offer equally spectacular views of the Charleston skyline.
Citadel Beach House
This oceanfront home can accommodate 140 guests for a seated indoor dinner, 500 for dinner on the lawn and as many as you like for a reception. The casual setting, volleyball and basketball courts and outdoor cooking facilities make it the ideal venue for a traditional Carolina beach party.
South Carolina Society Hall
Society Hall—once a tavern and refuge for French Huguenot businessmen—today boasts a ballroom, meeting rooms, dressing area and full kitchen…a beautiful setting for a seated dinner, and minutes from Charleston Place Hotel.
Charleston Yachting Experience
Water works when it comes to creating a memorable special occasion in Charleston. Escape on your own private yacht and be prepared to be pampered by captains and crews who have hosted guests from around the world.
Palmetto Breeze
The 1,700-square-foot deck of Charleston’s ultimate sailing catamaran offers spectacular views of the city’s historic sites.
The Schooner Pride
Modeled to resemble old coastal trading schooners, the 84-foot Schooner Pride features a charm and character that’ll take you back to a simpler, slower time.
(Capacity: 49 Guests)
Plantations
Boone Hall
With its original estate house, formal gardens and famous avenue of oaks, this early 1700s, creek-side plantation offers the perfect setting for steamed oysters and traditional Lowcountry fare.
Middleton Place
Located on the banks of the Ashley River, this National Historic Landmark is home to America’s oldest (and some of the most famous) landscaped gardens. It’s a popular venue for outdoor cocktail receptions and plantation-style oyster roasts.
Lowndes Grove
Magnificent river views, extensive gardens, a pool and dock characterize the only surviving plantation on Charleston's historic peninsula. The home was a favorite of Teddy Roosevelt, who took tea on the veranda during the 1901 World's Fair Exhibition.
Magnolia Plantation
Guests will experience virtually every aspect of plantation life at Magnolia Plantation, from plantation livestock to a restored Pre-Revolutionary rice barge. This flexible venue is available for daily tours as well as private evening functions.