Illuminated on October 1, 1876, the Morris Island Lighthouse stood sentinel as a literal beacon of light alerting ships that they were approaching Charleston Harbor. By the 1950s, erosion was threatening to destroy the landmark. Lighthouse keepers served here until 1938, when they could no longer safely inhabit the island. William Hecker, along with W.A. Davis, were the last … [Read more...]
For places to go & things to do in Charleston.As Mount Pleasant & Charleston Open Back Up: Farm to Mt Pleasant
As the vaccines continue to roll out, we are starting to mark up our calendars again. Speaking of which, we hope to have the calendar section back in the next issue of Mount Pleasant Magazine to keep you in the know. In the meantime, read about how the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market and Spoleto adapted to bring local produce and nationally acclaimed artists back into our … [Read more...]
Rebuilding the Crab Bank
A Collaborative Conservation Effort to Help Revitalize Critical Mount Pleasant Seabird Rookery By Colin McCandless Captain Chris Crolley first became familiar with Crab Bank island in 1992, paddling out often during his early 20s. Crolley, a local naturalist guide and owner of Coastal Expeditions, Inc., recalled a time when he witnessed a bald eagle flying overhead at … [Read more...]
Fort Moultrie Tower Part of International Research Collaboration : ‘Bird is the word’
Audubon South Carolina and its partners, including Charleston Audubon, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources and the National Park Service, have coordinated to install a Motus tower at Fort Moultrie Visitor’s Center on Sullivan’s Island. The wildlife tracking system is part of an international network of Motus towers that have been installed to more effectively … [Read more...]
Improvements Planned on Pitt Street
Residents and businesses in the heart of the Old Village are getting ready to endure an estimated 13 months of street closings, reduced parking .and general inconvenience. However, after the project — which will combine the efforts of the town, Mount Pleasant Waterworks (MPW) and Dominion Energy — is completed sometime before spring 2021, the Pitt Street corridor will have … [Read more...]
Illuminating the African American Journey: International African American Museum to Open in 2023
While Charleston is known for its rich history and distinguished restaurants, not all its richness is palatable to the soul. For many of her inhabitants’ ancestry, Charleston’s history and their connection to it are often unknown. The few stories shared and retold from generation to generation are incomplete tales of woe that include slavery, separation and heartache. Henry … [Read more...]
A House Full of Hope
When a loved one is in the hospital, life is overwhelming enough. What happens when the hospital is far from home? Where will you stay? Where will you eat and shower? If you have to relocate, how will you afford it? Hope House in Mount Pleasant is the answer to all these tough questions. Celebrating the 10th anniversary since it opened its doors, Hope House is a hospital … [Read more...]
A Reflection of Our Community: MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital
You have to look down to enjoy the design on the hallway walls of the brand-new, soon-to-be-open, Medical University of South Carolina Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital. Why? Because the artwork is at the eye level of a child, of course. And the aquariums that welcome hungry visitors to the cafeteria on the seventh floor are managed in partnership with the South Carolina … [Read more...]
This Is East Cooper
Some of us were lucky enough to grow up in East Cooper. Some of us discovered the area during a vacation, a job opportunity or by fate and decided to call this gorgeous place home because of the laid-back atmosphere, friendly residents and inspiring beauty. The next few pages feature some of the picturesque scenes that make us proud to live here. We love to show off our … [Read more...]
A Medal of Honor Museum in Mount Pleasant? – Maybe
Apparently unhappy that the Mount Pleasant Planning Commission refused to approve architectural plans for the building that was to house its proposed museum at Patriots Point, the Medal of Honor Museum Foundation moved on and decided to seek another location. The end of the foundation’s lease with the state of South Carolina and the Patriots Point Development Authority does … [Read more...]