List of tallest buildings in Charleston, South Carolina facts for kids

Charleston, South Carolina, is a historic city known for its beautiful old buildings and charming streets. While it might not have super-tall skyscrapers like some big cities, Charleston has many interesting high-rise buildings. These buildings are important parts of the city's history and skyline.

There are about 20 buildings in Charleston that are considered high-rises. A high-rise building is usually one that is taller than a certain height or has many stories. In Charleston, some of the tallest buildings are actually historic churches!

Charleston's Tallest Buildings

Charleston's skyline is a mix of old and new. You'll see historic churches with tall spires right alongside modern apartment buildings and hotels. Each of these buildings tells a part of Charleston's story.

Historic Church Towers

Many of Charleston's tallest structures are churches. These churches were often the tallest buildings in the city for a long time. Their tall spires helped sailors find their way and showed the importance of faith in the community.

• Saint Matthew's Lutheran Church is the tallest building in Charleston. It stands at 255 feet tall and was built in 1872. For many years, it was the tallest building in all of South Carolina!
• Citadel Square Baptist Church is another very tall church, reaching 210 feet. It was completed in 1856.
• Saint Philip's Episcopal Church is 200 feet tall and was built way back in 1838. It's one of the oldest and most famous churches in the city.
• Saint Michael's Episcopal Church is even older, built in 1761, and stands at 193 feet. It's a true piece of Charleston's history.
• Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist is a newer addition to the list, completed in 2010, and is 167 feet tall.

Modern High-Rises

Besides the historic churches, Charleston also has several modern high-rise buildings. These include apartments, hotels, and office buildings. They show how the city has grown and changed over the years.

• Dockside Condominiums is one of the tallest modern buildings, reaching 203 feet with 18 stories. It was built in 1978.
• Francis Marion Hotel is a historic hotel built in 1924. It has 12 stories and is 165 feet tall. It's a famous landmark in the city.
• Sergeant Jasper Apartments was built in 1950 and has 14 stories, standing at 150 feet.
• Other notable modern buildings include the Charleston Marriott (14 stories, 1980), Ashley House (14 stories, 1965), and the Holiday Inn Riverview Hotel (13 stories, 1970).

Buildings of the Medical University

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) campus also has several tall buildings. These buildings are important for healthcare and medical research in the region.

• Rutledge Tower (12 stories, 1980)
• MUSC Medical Center (10 stories, 1955)
• Harborview Tower (10 stories)
• Storm Eye Institute (9 stories)

List of Tallest Buildings in Charleston

Here is a table showing some of the tallest buildings in Charleston, South Carolina.

Images for kids

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  St. Matthew's German Evangelical Lutheran Church is the tallest building in Charleston. It was the tallest building in South Carolina from 1872-1966.

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  St. Philip's Episcopal Church, one of the tallest buildings in Charleston