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Old Slave Mart Museum

Historical place museum

4.4(2224 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 9 AM Sat
Old Slave Mart Museum

About

Historic site open to the public. Displays in this former slave auction building tell the story of the slave trade in Charleston.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Old Slave Mart Museum:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    6 Chalmers St, Charleston, SC 29401
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    Phone
    (843) 958-6467
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    Hours
    Monday:9 AM–5 PM
    Tuesday:9 AM–5 PM
    Wednesday:9 AM–5 PM
    Thursday:9 AM–5 PM
    Friday:9 AM–5 PM
    Saturday:9 AM–5 PM
    Sunday:Closed

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Highlights

  • Active military discounts: Has active military discounts

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Has wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating: Has wheelchair accessible seating

Amenities

  • Gender-neutral restroom: Has gender-neutral restroom
  • Offers tours: Offers tours
  • Restroom: Has restroom
  • Restaurant: No restaurant

Children

  • Discounts for kids: Has discounts for kids
  • Good for kids: Good for kids
  • Has changing table(s): Has changing table(s)

Parking

  • Paid street parking: Paid street parking

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