Glimpse the past through old images of Charleston in the US State of South Carolina.
Charleston 1865
Although this news item was made about the exhibition of photographer Rick Rhodes, who had enhanced old photos of Chaleston SC in 1865, it’s also a good chance to admire the old photos too.
American Artifacts Preview: Images of Charleston, South Carolina in 1865 – C-SPAN on YouTube
Charleston 1964
This film excerpt was made in 1964, showing the oldest and most attractive streets and buildings of Charleston.
The commentator (very, very posh British accent) gives snippets of information about the history of several city landmarks.
Charleston, South Carolina in 1964 – SouthCarolinaETV on YouTube
Old Photos of Charleston SC
Panorama c1900
Panorama photograph of Charleston, South Carolina, circa 1900. Library of Congress, Prints & Photographs Division, Detroit Publishing Company Collection
Closeup from panorama photograph of Charleston, South Carolina, circa 1900. Library of Congress, Prints & Photographs Division, Detroit Publishing Company Collection
Closeup from panorama photograph of Charleston, South Carolina, circa 1900. Library of Congress, Prints & Photographs Division, Detroit Publishing Company Collection
East Battery, Charleston S.C.
Taken 1880-1920, but note woman’s long skirt so c1900. Library of Congress, Prints & Photographs Division, Detroit Publishing Company Collection
Closeup of beautiful architecture. Library of Congress, Prints & Photographs Division, Detroit Publishing Company Collection
In this closeup, the woman’s skirt is clearly very long. Library of Congress, Prints & Photographs Division, Detroit Publishing Company Collection
Debbie has enjoyed books, films, and documentaries about history for more than 30 years. On days off from work her favourite trips with friends and family are to museums, historic houses, and archaeological sites, or just walking around interesting streets admiring the old buildings.
