Charleston
South Carolina
City Of Charleston
Mission
To preserve and enhance the quality of life of the citizens of the City of Charleston.
Values
Citizens
We value our diversity and are committed to treating every resident with respect, honesty and courtesy.
Public Safety
We value every citizen’s safety and understand that safe, public spaces and neighborhoods are essential to our quality of life.
Quality Services
We value providing high quality municipal services at the lowest possible cost to our residents.
Physical Place
We value our unique natural resources, our man-made environment, public realm and neighborhoods, and we understand how our physical place affects each resident’s quality of life. We will work with others to increase the sustainability of our physical place.
Regional Partnerships
We value working with other government entities within our region to sustain and improve the quality of life for all citizens.
Recent News
City Of Charleston Recreation Department News - January 10, 2024
Spring Youth Sports Registration Now Open! REGISTER JANUARY 1-20! Daniel Island Spring Youth Sports James Island Spring Youth Sports Peninsula/Downtown Spring Youth Sports West Ashley Spring Youth Sports Register Now! 2023…
Read More »2024 Spring Recreation Guide Now Available Online
2024 Spring Recreation Guide Now Available Online! Our 2024 Spring Recreation Guide is now available online! We're excited to officially present all of our programs, sports, fitness classes, and special events for all ages this upcoming season…
Read More »City of Charleston Recreation Upcoming Holiday Events - November 29, 2023
Join the City of Charleston and Recreation Department at one of our numerous holiday events this season. From clinics to parties, for toddlers to pups, we have something for everyone! We hope you and your family have a safe and fun holiday season! …
Read More »Holiday Magic in Historic Charleston Call for Applications
Holiday Magic in Historic Charleston The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs celebrates the holiday season each December with Holiday Magic in Historic Charleston, offering free, family-friendly activities and live performances for…
Read More »City Of Charleston News - August 7, 2023
2023 First Day Festival First Day Festival is a celebration of the start of the new school year. Held each year since 2003 on the first or second Sunday in August, the First Day Festival provides families with information on resources and…
Read More »City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs News - 2023 MOJA Festival Juried Art Exhibition
2023 MOJA Festival Juried Art Exhibition Call for Submissions The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs is now accepting artwork submissions for consideration for the 2023 MOJA Arts Festival’s Juried Art Exhibition. The MOJA…
Read More »City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs News - June 27, 2023
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Read More »City Of Charleston News - June 16, 2023
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Read More »Celebrating Black Mermaids at City Gallery
Celebrating Black Mermaids: From Africa to America Cookie Washington, Curator The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs announces Celebrating Black Mermaids: From Africa to America, opening Friday, May 26 and on view through July 9. An…
Read More »City Of Charleston - 2023 Piccolo Spoleto Festival
2023 Piccolo Spoleto Festival Update: Spoleto Opening Ceremonies and Sunset Serenade Move Indoors Click here to View More Information About City Of Charleston - 2023 Piccolo Spoleto…
Read More »City Of Charleston Recreation : 2023 Summer Camp Guide
This year, we have a lot of unique camps to offer and we're excited to present them to you in our 2023 Summer Camp Guide! With camps in Daniel Island, James Island, West Ashley, and Downtown, we guarantee there is one that will fit the needs and…
Read More »City Of Charleston : Farmers Market opens April 8!
Charleston Farmers Market is Opening! The 2023 season officially begins April 8 Limited markets kick off March 4 Visit our Website Enjoy a Bounty of Fresh Local Produce and Homegrown Creativity Limited Markets will operate at…
Read More »City Of Charleston - Arts Events Around Town - February 28, 2023
CofC Stages Presents: Two Gentlemen of Verona February 28 - March 2 at 7:30pm March 12 2-3pm Chapel Theater 172 Calhoun St Admission: $15-$20 Best friends Valentine and Proteus embark on different paths in life only to run into each other…
Read More »City Of Charleston News : Two Special Discount Offers for Humans 2.0 and JFK And Inga Binga
Charleston Gaillard Center Presents Humans 2.0 by C!RCA Saturday, February 25 | 7:30pm Tickets start at $25 (plus fees) Receive 25% off with offer code 25ARTS at checkout Use offer code 25ARTS to receive 25% off your ticket! (No…
Read More »City Of Charleston News - Final Week To Apply To The 2023 Piccolo Spoleto Juried Art Exhibition
2023 Piccolo Spoleto Juried Art Exhibition APPLICATION DEADLINE: FEB. 20TH JUROR ANNOUNCEMENT It is absolute pleasure to announce that the juror for the 2023 Piccolo Spoleto Juried Exhibition is Harriet Green! ABOUT THE EXHIBITION In…
Read More »City Of Charleston - Arts Events Around Town - February 10, 2023
2023 TeenSpot Annual Black History Essay Contest Through March 1st during library hours Hurd/St. Andrews Library 1735 N Woodmere Drive Admission: Free The 2023 Cynthia Graham Hurd/ St. Andrews Library TeenSpot Annual Black History Essay Contest…
Read More »Upcoming Deadline : Lowcountry Quarterly Arts Grants Program
This Is Your Last Chance to apply for a Lowcountry Quarterly Arts Grant Program grant. Apply Now! Lowcountry Quarterly Arts Grants Program $2,000 Artist and Organization Grants Deadline: February 15, 2023 The Lowcountry Quarterly Arts…
Read More »City Of Charleston: Black History Month Is Here
Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture is Awarded $2 Million Grant from Mellon Foundation The Mellon Foundation has awarded the College of Charleston’s Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture a…
Read More »City Of Charleston - 2023 Piccolo Spoleto Juried Art Exhibition
The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs announces a call for submissions for the 2023 Piccolo Spoleto Juried Art Exhibition, held at the City Gallery at Joe Riley Waterfront Park. In celebration of 45 years of Piccolo Spoleto, City Gallery…
Read More »City Of Charleston : Arts Events Around Town
PURE Theatre Presents: Hangmen by Martin McDonagh Now - February 4th at varying times Cannon Street Arts Center 134 Cannon Street Admission: $30+ (&fees) It’s 1965, and execution by hanging has just been abolished in the United…
Read More »City Of Charleston: Expressions Of Interest For Public Art Opportunities
Expressions of Interest for Visual Artists with Public Art Opportunities “A Southern Affair” by McClellan Douglas — with Cedric Umoja. The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs welcomes expressions of interest for…
Read More »City Of Charleston News : Black History Month is here
Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture is Awarded $2 Million Grant from Mellon Foundation The Mellon Foundation has awarded the College of Charleston’s Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture a…
Read More »City of Charleston News - AFTC Presents "Smart People" Directed by Art Gillard
Art Forms & Theatre Concepts presents Smart People Written by Lydia R. Diamond - Directed by Art Gilliard Thursday, February 16th - Sunday, February 26th at Cannon Street Arts Center Admission: $30, plus fees This dramatic comedy by the…
Read More »City Of Charleston - Piccolo Spoleto Call For Artists
Piccolo Spoleto Festival Call for Visual Artists, Crafters, and Emerging Youth Talent Piccolo Spoleto Juried Art Exhibition The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs announces a call for submissions for the City Gallery’s 2023…
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PURE Theatre Presents: Hangmen by Martin McDonagh Now - February 4th at varying times Cannon Street Arts Center 134 Cannon Street Admission: $30+ (&fees) It’s 1965, and execution by hanging has just been abolished in the United…
Read More »City Of Charleston News : Weekend Events Around Town
Lowcountry Voices Presents a Commemorative Concert for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: Stand Up! Resistance, Persistence, and Change Lowcountry Voices (LCV), a multicultural and ethnically diverse choral performing arts organization, will pay…
Read More »City of Charleston - 2023 Spring Rec Guide, Youth Sports, Swim Lessons, and More
Spring Youth Sports Registration Now Open! REGISTER JANUARY 1-21! Daniel Island Spring Youth Sports James Island Spring Youth Sports Peninsula/Downtown Spring Youth Sports West Ashley Spring Youth Sports Register Now! 2023 Spring Youth…
Read More »City Of Charleston News - The Mobile Giving Machine and Holiday Events Around Town
The Mobile Giving Machine and Holiday Events Around Town The Mobile Giving Machine is here in Charleston. Through December 23, experience the global phenomenon that is inviting the world to give. Charleston Giving Celebration WHERE: …
Read More »City Of Charleston News : Holiday Events Around Town
Don't miss all the exciting cultural events that Charleston has to offer! We've highlighted a few events below, but please connect with us to stay up to date on what's happening in the arts scene. HOLIDAY MAGIC IN HISTORIC CHARLESTON The City of…
Read More »City Of Charleston News : Holiday Events Around Town
Don't miss all the exciting cultural events that Charleston has to offer! We've highlighted a few events below, but please connect with us to stay up to date on what's happening in the arts scene. The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs…
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