Historic Site

Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon

Completed in 1771, the Old Exchange Building is a Charleston landmark and the site of some of the most important events in South Carolina history. Over the last two and a half centuries, the building has been a commercial exchange, custom house, post office, city hall, military headquarters, and museum.

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Restrooms

Know Before You Go

Admission to the Old Exchange includes a self-guided exhibition on the top two floors of the building and a 25 minute guided tour of the bottom floor cellar, otherwise known as the Provost Dungeon. Docents and other staff members are available throughout the building to share more of the site’s history with visitors of all ages and answer guest questions.  Most visitors spend between 45 minutes and 1 hour on site, though guests are welcome to take as much or as little time as they like exploring the self-guided exhibition.

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Operating Hours

Hours of Operation

  • Monday - Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Sunday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • The Old Exchange is closed New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day

Tour Times

  • Every half hour. 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tour times may vary due to seasonal attendance, private events, and educational programs.

Phone

  • (843) 727-2166

 

Admission & Tickets

  • Adults: $16.00
  • Children (7-12): $12.00
  • Children (0-6): Free
  • Discounts are available for Senior/AARP, Military, Teachers, Students, Children, and groups of six people or more.

Accessibility & Amenities

The Old Exchange is handicap accessible, with an elevator providing access to all three floors of the building. If someone in your party needs to use the elevator to enter the building, please call us at 843-727-2165 or speak to a cashier, and one of our docents will gladly assist you.

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Charleston, SC 29414