The Charleston Library Society, founded in 1748, is the oldest cultural institution in the South and the second-oldest circulating library in the United States. It serves as a private lending library and a hub for intellectual and cultural exploration through treasured collections, scholarly research, and engaging programs on literature, history, world affairs, and music.
With a rich archive of institutional records and valuable collections that include rare manuscripts, early American newspapers, and historical treasures like DuBose Heyward's Porgy, the Charleston Library Society continues to deepen its understanding of its history and holdings. Visitors can experience this National treasure firsthand through events, special exhibits, and opportunities to contribute to the conservation and preservation of irreplaceable works in the Special Collections.
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