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Castle Pinckney Twice Belonged to the NPS
Built in 1809, Castle Pinckney is the oldest fortification still standing in Charleston Harbor. It was an active military post until...
Friends of Charleston National Parks
Feb 13, 20253 min read
Fort Sumter’s Parrott Battery
During the siege of Fort Sumter in the last half of the Civil War, the United States Army and Navy turned to the use of large Parrott...
Friends of Charleston National Parks
Jan 27, 20258 min read
Illuminating History Through Art
Charleston’s National Parks Welcomes Student Artist in Park Program L to R: Michelle Haas, Tiana Whitehead, Shelby McAllister On a cold...
Laura Strecker
Jan 15, 20254 min read
Celebrating a Banner Year: New Grants Fuel Our Mission
2024 has been a transformative year for Friends of Charleston National Parks. Thanks to the incredible support of our partners and...
Friends of Charleston National Parks
Dec 26, 20242 min read
A Walk Through Time: The Guns of Fort Moultrie
Exploring the Evolution of American Coastal Artillery The National Park Service at Fort Moultrie offers a unique journey through the...
Friends of Charleston National Parks
Nov 13, 20247 min read
When did the Charleston National Parks become part of the National Park Service?
The National Park Service, a division of the Department of the Interior, has had a presence in the Charleston Area for over 75 years....
Friends of Charleston National Parks
Oct 27, 20245 min read
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