Historic Landmarks: Heyward-Washington House
As you stroll the cobbled streets of Charleston’s charming South of Broad neighborhood, where centuries-old live oaks mingle with equally storied abodes, the Heyward-Washington House fits right in amid a plethora of antebellum façades. Step inside the Georgian-style double house, outfitted with renowned period fixtures, and you’ll be immersed in a rich, diverse, and ever-growing heritage that includes its namesake owner, who signed the Declaration of Independence; a visit from George Washington; and resilient female residents who effected change in our country.
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