The Museum at Market Hall

The Museum at Market Hall

The site of this building was originally occupied by a Masonic Hall, which was completely destroyed by fire in 1838. Market Hall was built in 1841. It is a copy of the Temple of the Wingless Victory in Athens, Greece. Money flowed freely in Charleston at that time and materials for the new building were brought by water from as far away as New York, Connecticut and Italy. Its original purpose was to be the "head building" or front entrance to the six blocks of roofed market space that attached to Market Hall. This was a farmer's market where fruits, meats, vegetables, and fish were sold - no slaves.

Contact us: museumatmarkethall@gmail.com

The Museum at Market HallLocated at 188 Meeting Street in historic downtownCharleston,South CarolinaWe will be open on Saturdays in January 2021 from 11-4. Masks must be worn upon entry. Come see our new layout and flags conserved since we've been closed. We're excited to see y'all!

The
Museum at Market Hall

Located at 188 Meeting Street in historic downtown
Charleston,
South Carolina

We will be open on Saturdays in January 2021 from 11-4. Masks must be worn upon entry. Come see our new layout and flags conserved since we've been closed. We're excited to see y'all!