Description:
One of America's finest examples of Federal architecture, this 1808 house was completed by Nathaniel Russell, one of Charleston's richest merchants. It is celebrated architecturally for its "free-flying" staircase, spiraling unsupported for three floors. The staircase's elliptical shape is repeated throughout the house. The interiors are ornate with period furnishings, especially the elegant music room with its golden harp and neoclassical-style sofa. The house is accessible to visitors only on guided tours.
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Awards:
Frommer's
- Very Highly Recommended 2010
- Details
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Contact:
- visit website
- tel: +1 843 724 8481
- send email
Address:
- 51 Meeting St
- Charleston, SC 29401
Neighborhood:
Historic DowntownHours:
- Guided tours Mon-Sat 10am-5pm; Sun and holidays 2-5pm. Last tour 4:30pm
Strenuousness:
- No Sweat
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