Marion Square, Charleston

Name: Marion Square
Address: Calhoun St, Charleston, 29403, United States

#24 among attractions in Charleston

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Marion Square is greenspace in downtown Charleston, South Carolina, spanning six and one half acres. The square was established as a parade ground for the state arsenal under construction on the north side of the square. It is best known as the former Citadel Green because The Citadel occupied the arsenal from 1843 until 1922, when the Citadel moved to the city's west side. Marion Square was named in honor of Francis Marion. ()

Elevation: 16 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 32°47'12"N, 79°56'9"W

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Calhoun StThe Boroughs (Mazyck - Wraggborough)Charleston 29403 United States

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Marion Square – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mace Brown Museum of Natural History, St. Matthews Lutheran Church, Joseph Manigault House, TD Arena.

~1430 ftSW
Museum, Specialty museum
Mace Brown Museum of Natural History, Charleston
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Charleston, South Carolina, the Mace Brown Museum of Natural History offers a journey through time for visitors interested in the ancient life and geological history of the Earth. This museum, situated within the College of Charleston, is a...
~490 ftW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St. Matthews Lutheran Church, Charleston
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Charleston, South Carolina, St. Matthews Lutheran Church stands as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage and architectural beauty. This historic Lutheran church is not only a place of worship but also a point of interest for visitors...
~810 ftN
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Joseph Manigault House, Charleston
4 min walk • The Joseph Manigault House is a historic house museum in Charleston, South Carolina that is owned and operated by the Charleston Museum.
~590 ftSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
TD Arena, Charleston
3 min walk • TD Arena is a 5,100 seat multi-purpose arena in Charleston, South Carolina, United States that opened in 2008 and replaced John Kresse Arena as the home of the College of Charleston Cougars basketball and volleyball teams.
~1130 ftN
Museum, History museum, Natural history museum
Charleston Museum, Charleston
6 min walk • The Charleston Museum is a museum located in the Wraggborough neighborhood in Charleston, South Carolina. It is one of the oldest museums in the United States. Its highly regarded collection includes historic artifacts, natural history, decorative arts and two historic Charleston houses.
0.7 miSE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Dock Street Theatre, Charleston
18 min walk • The Dock Street Theatre is a theater in the historic French Quarter neighborhood of downtown Charleston, South Carolina.
~840 ftE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Sacred and religious sites
Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Charleston
5 min walk • The Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church, often referred to as Mother Emanuel, is a church in Charleston, South Carolina. Founded in 1817, Emanuel AME is the oldest African Methodist Episcopal church in the Southern United States.
~1470 ftE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Gaillard Center, Charleston
8 min walk • The Gaillard Center is a concert hall and performance venue in Charleston, South Carolina. It opened in 2015 and replaced the Gaillard Municipal Auditorium. Both buildings were named after John Palmer Gaillard Jr. mayor of Charleston from 1959 to 1975.
~1110 ftSW
Universities and schools
College of Charleston, Charleston
6 min walk • The College of Charleston is a public liberal arts college in Charleston, South Carolina. Founded in 1770 and chartered in 1785, it is the oldest college in South Carolina, the 13th oldest institution of higher learning in the United States, and the oldest municipal college in the country.
~1700 ftN
Museum, History museum, Greek Revival architecture
Gov. William Aiken House, Charleston
9 min walk • The Gov. William Aiken House was built in 1820 at 48 Elizabeth Street, in the Wraggborough neighborhood of Charleston, South Carolina. Despite being known for its association with Gov. William Aiken, the house was built by John Robinson after he bought several lots in Mazyck-Wraggborough in 1817.
~900 ftNE
Church
Second Presbyterian Church, Charleston
5 min walk • The Second Presbyterian Church is the fourth oldest church in Charleston, South Carolina.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Marion Square?

Nearby attractions include South Carolina State Arsenal, Charleston (2 min walk), St. Matthews Lutheran Church, Charleston (3 min walk), TD Arena, Charleston (3 min walk), Charleston Historic District, Charleston (3 min walk).