Aiken-Rhett House

Charleston’s Aiken-Rhett House, an 1820 townhouse complex, stands as the only surviving urban plantation in South Carolina, offering a rare glimpse into antebellum life. The house remains largely intact, with rooms adorned in original wallpaper and filled with fine art and antique furnishings from over 150 years ago. The preserved slave quarters, dating back to the 1850s, provide insight into the daily lives of enslaved Africans. Visitors can explore this historic site, experiencing the textures and details of a bygone era.