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Step into the past...
Our History
The history of Port Royal, South Carolina, is a captivating Lowcountry tale defined by its deep natural harbor, centuries of geopolitical tug-of-war, a groundbreaking Civil War era, and economic resilience. Known for having seven flags fly over its territory – French, Spanish, English, Scottish, Confederate, United States, and South Carolina – the town's history predates Jamestown by decades.
Stop by our museum and visitor center to be surrounded by Port Royal's History. Be welcomed and guided by our warm and knowledgable docents as you learn more about what makes our town so special!
1800 Paris Ave
Wed-Sun: 10am-3PM
Visit the Museum
History Timeline
Port Royal's History Timeline
Natural Disasters and a Shifting Economy
(1870's - Late 1890's)
Native Americans
(3000 BCE - 1700's)
The Colonial and Antebellum Eras
(1700 – 1860)
The Boom Town Era & Official Incorporation
(1870's - 1890)
Modern Port Royal
(Late 20th Century - Present)
Early Exploration and European Rivalry
(1500s – 1700s)
The Civil War and the "Port Royal Experiment"
(1860)
View an interactive display of our History throughout the years.
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