These Black-owned businesses in Charleston, South Carolina offer a deeper look into the city’s history and culture.
Charleston’sGullah-Geecheeresidents are a part of the Black community, ensuring the city never loses its cultural flare.
Since then, they’ve passed down many traditions that visitors love, including sweetgrass basket weaving.
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Here’s how it’s possible for you to spend your time in Charleston while supporting Black-owned businesses.
Book a room at the only full-service Black-owned hotel.
Plus, the hotel has an on-site bistro, fitness center, and pool.
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Learn about Charleston’s history with Franklin Williams.
Indulge in variations of Charleston chewies, alocal staple.
Browse handmade jewelry and paintings by Black artists.
Andrew Cebulka
Johnson handpicks the award-winning artists and jewelers that are displayed in the space.
Shop till you drop at one of Charleston’s most colorful boutiques.
Make your way toThe Tiny Tassel, a colorful boutique owned by Mimi Striplin.
Catch your favorite team in action at 1st Place Premium Sports Pub.
Opened in late 2021,1st Placeis owned by the same team behind Charleston’s Mesu andBourbon n' Bubbles.
The upscale bar has over 20 TV screens, so you could catch all of your teams at once.
Luckily,My Three Sonshas both.
And for a nightcap,Mesuoffers an extensive tequila selection and creative cocktails.
