A lot has changed in the eight years since the Emanuel Church shootings, in both Charleston and the world. We’ve been through two divisive presidential elections, a global pandemic and several subsequent national tragedies that sparked frank — if often frustrating — conversations about race in America. Read More
The Post and Courier: Charleston’s Four Seasons and hotel redo of ‘eyesore’ tower up for review
The two major downtown Charleston hotel developments — South Carolina’s first Four Seasons and a 10-story project near WestEdge — will undergo a second look by the city’s Board of Architectural Review this week. The future Four Seasons at 155 Meeting St. is up for discussion June 14, as the developer seeks conceptual approval and a possible extra floor. Read More
Post and Courier: Charleston’s IAAM planning celebratory events as museum opening nears
The International African American Museum is just weeks away from its debut and the museum’s staff is planning to kick off the highly-anticipated opening with a lineup of events the week before. Leading up to June 27 opening day, the community is invited to attend celebratory events across Charleston. Link here to read full article
Charleston City Paper: New museum to kick off opening with special events June 22, 24
The International African American Museum (IAAM) is celebrating its highly anticipated June 27 opening with a worship service June 22 and community gathering downtown two days later. Link here to read full item
LowcountryBizSC: International African American Museum to mark opening with series of events
The International African American Museum (IAAM) has released additional details for opening week events, including a worship service on June 22 and a dedication ceremony community gathering on June 24. “We’re thrilled to welcome community members, visitors, and dignitaries from far and wide to the grand opening of the International African American Museum. We have …
Holy City Sinner: International African American Museum Announces Opening Week Events
The International African American Museum (IAAM) has released additional details for its opening week events, including a worship service on June 22nd and a dedication ceremony community gathering on June 24th. Link to Holy City Sinner here to read full item
CRBJ Tip Sheet: International African American Museum to mark opening with series of events
From the CRBJ Tip Sheet: Opening Worship Service What: IAAM will co-host a multi-faith-based worship service with Morris Brown AME to mark the opening of the museum. When: Thursday, June 22, at 6:00 p.m. EDT Where: Morris Brown AME Church, 13 Morris Street, Charleston, S.C., 29403 Who: Speakers include Dr. Tonya Matthews (president and CEO …
LowcountryBizSC: International African American Museum to mark opening with series of events
The International African American Museum (IAAM) has released additional details for opening week events, including a worship service on June 22 and a dedication ceremony community gathering on June 24. “We’re thrilled to welcome community members, visitors, and dignitaries from far and wide to the grand opening of the International African American Museum. We have …
Observer: The Ultimate Charleston Travel Guide
In an article on where to stay and what to do in Charleston, the Observer recommends a trip to the International African American Museum: It’s been a long time coming—over 20 years in the making—but the International African American Museum (IAAM) is finally ready to make waves. Opening on June 27, 2023, just after Juneteenth …
BBC Travel: The US’ most anticipated museum opens
Plus, a British engineering marvel turns 100, Paris reveals its best baguette and a spectacular desert show offers a new way to honour the world’s oldest continuous living culture. As the world fully reopens, the next few months will see more people travel than before the pandemic. From personal success stories to long-awaited openings, here …