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Aiken-Rhett House

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The Aiken-Rhett House was originally built by John Robinson in 1820 and then sold to William Aiken Sr. in 1827. Aiken died a few years later, and the house was left to his son William Aiken Jr. who was the former Governor of South Carolina from 1844 -1846. William Aiken Jr. renovated and expanded the house in the 1850’s. The house was then passed down and remained in the family for 142 years until it was bought by the Charleston Museum and opened as a house museum in 1975. The Historic Charleston Foundation purchased the House in 1995. Much of the original style of the house has been preserved and it is one of the few houses that has not been restored. You will see the original wallpaper, original paint colors, and some original furnishings. In the back of the house, the slave quarters, kitchen and yard remain as they were when the original occupants lived in the house. Tickets can be purchased at the door and combo tickets can be purchased for the Aiken-Rhett House and the Nathaniel Russell House. Allow 1-2 hours to tour the house, slave quarters and kitchen.

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Aiken-Rhett House Photos

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Aiken-Rhett House Hours and Admission

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Note about Summer Hours - On days with extreme heat, the Aiken-Rhett House Museum may close early. Please call (843) 723-1159 to verify the schedule on hot summer days.

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Aiken-Rhett House Address and Map

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Current and Upcoming Events
at the Aiken-Rhett House

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What: Family Day at the Aiken Rhett House
When: Oct. 5, 2024
Time: 3 pm - 6 pm
Where: Aiken-Rhett House Museum
Admission: Adults (13+) $18; Children (4-12) $12; Children 3 and under Free

Historic Charleston Foundation invites you to the Aiken-Rhett House for a Family Day on Saturday, October 5, 2024! From 3 until 6 pm, the historic house museum will be transformed into a family event with opportunities to dive deeper into different aspects of Charleston’s history while enjoying BBQ and live music. This fundrasing event is designed with the whole family in mind – with a petting zoo and furry animals for the little ones, indigo dying and games for the older kids and expert guides available to dive deeper with every guest. All proceeds benefit HCF and its mission-driven work that includes the historic preservation of the Aiken-Rhett House Museum. Tickets are required for this event, advance purchase encouraged.

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What: 2024 Fall Gala
When: Nov. 7, 2024
Time: 7 pm - 10 pm
Where: Aiken-Rhett House Museum
Admission: Individual $500

Save the Date for the inaugural Historic Charleston Foundation Fall Gala, on Thursday, November 7th at the Aiken-Rhett House, c.1820. The Foundation invites you to a black-tie dinner and live fundraiser on the grounds of one of the most historic treasures on Charleston’s peninsula to benefit the Foundation’s continued work.

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