Walk in the footsteps of the original colonists at Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site. Learn how English colonists, Barbadians, Enslaved Africans, and Native Americans all had a role in "Creating Carolina."

For 3rd, 4th, 7th, and 8th grade field trips, we have standards-based program opportunities.  These programs are offered September - December on Wednesdays and Thursdays and March-May on Wednesdays only.

Contact Details

Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site
Visitor Center: (843) 852-4200
Email: ctlandinged@scprt.com

Field Trips

Survival Through Success (Grades 3 and 4)

• This program is concerned with activities of the colonists of South Carolina's first permanent European settlement; the focus will be on financial survival by means of trade with the American Indians and other English colonies, especially Barbados, and daily life in a 17th-century colony.
• Length of time: 3.5 hours (1.5 ranger-led walking tour and 1.5 hour interactive program)

Cost

• Program price: 1-25 students $125; 26-40 students $200; 41-60 students $300
• One free teacher/chaperone per 10 students
• Each additional adult $7.50

How to Book

Charles Towne Landing will begin scheduling reservations on the first Monday in August of each school year.

Call the visitor center at 843.852.4200 daily, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Chaperones

• One teacher/chaperone per 10 students admitted free
• Additional adults permitted at discounted admission of $7.50 per adult

Directions to Field Trip Location

All programs begin at Charles Towne Landing Visitor Center located adjacent to main parking lot.

Facilities Available

Carolina on the Horizon—12-room interactive museum, gift shop, Animal Forest—a natural habitat zoo, The Adventure—a 17th-century reproduction sailing vessel, 1.5-mile History Trail, picnic areas, restrooms located throughout park.

What to Wear

Wear appropriate clothing for both indoor and outdoor activities.

Safety

Sunscreen, bug spray and first-aid kit.