Private tour in Charleston Lee Ann B

The Grimké Sisters of Charleston:

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Lee Ann B.

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I was 14 years old the first time I visited Charleston and from that moment on I was in love with this historic city. I was lucky to move here with my family in 2009. Charleston is a city that touches all of your senses - from putting your hand on a 100-year-old piece of iron work, to peeking through a gate and seeing an amazing garden, to the smell of pluff mud (this is an acquired scent) or the hint of the aroma of the Confederate Jasmine, to finding a pottery shard on the streets and wondering what story it holds. With 350 years of history there is so much to explore. I love to share these intricate stories, so my tours focus on the different threads of Charleston's history; American Revolution, Charleston Renaissance, Ironworks and Women's history to mention a few. As Dubose Heyward wrote "They tell me she is beautiful, my City, That she is colorful and quaint, alone. Among the cities. But I, I who have known, Her tenderness, her courage, and her pity, Have felt her forces mold me, mind, and bone, Life after life, up from her first beginning. How can I think of her in wood and stone! I would love to share her story with you. City of Charleston Certified Guide: 2010 - present Charleston Tour Association: President 2018 - present Palmetto Guild founding member Bachelor in Business Management and minor in Tourism. Daniel Island Historical Society Board member: 2012 - present ( Vice President: 2013-2016 & Community Outreach: 2016 - present) All my tours are walking.

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Overview of your Charleston tour

Growing up in a slave owning family Angelina and Sarah Grimké turned their backs on their home and family to begin a crusade on fighting injustices to women of the day and those enslaved. Follow in the footsteps of these 2 courageous women and discover how life in Charleston was for both the privileged elite and the enslaved masses. Sue Monk Kidd’s bestselling novel The Invention of Wings has helped bring renewed attention to the Grimké sisters’ legacy. Although Angelina and Sarah Grimké were trailblazing abolitionists and feminists in their time, their legacy has largely faded into obscurity — both in American history and in their hometown of Charleston. Join me to uncover the remarkable story of these courageous sisters and the powerful impact they made on the fight for justice.

Your Charleston tour itinerary

"We'll explore the homes, landmarks, and significant sites connected to the Grimké story—including the Workhouse area, the Heyward-Washington House, Madame Talvande's School, First Scots Presbyterian Church, and St. Philip's, among others."

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Transport details
Type: Walking

Walking Tour

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Private Guide
Meeting location

164 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina, 29401, United States

Charleston Library Society. I will meet you on the bottom of the steps.

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Tour categories
Off The Beaten Path
History
Religious Sites
Art And Culture
Tour reference number
1422883
Languages
English
Activity level
Moderate
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This private tour in Charleston is ideal for history enthusiasts, particularly those interested in the abolitionist movement and women's rights. It's perfect for travellers who want to delve deeper into the lives of the Grimké sisters and explore significant historical sites related to their legacy. With Lee Ann B. as your guide, you'll gain unique insights into the social dynamics of Charleston during a pivotal time in history.

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Hours icon 2 hours 30 minutes
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