Founders Hall

Charleston, SC

Historic Estates & Mansions

235

Call on a Charleston icon for your rehearsal dinner, welcome party, wedding reception and celebrations of love. The gold-level LEED-certified Great Hall welcomes abundant natural light streaming through a glass wall that spans the entire length of the building. Indoor ceremonies and receptions radiate across the venue's polished wood floors, crackling fireplace and elegant simple aesthetic. A large screened porch with a wood-burning fireplace and 15 stainless-steel event space chandeliers add to the romantic energy.

Rich dark wood and seductive leather furniture accent the private lounge space, spilling out onto a secluded courtyard and creating the perfect party prep area. Acoustic panels and top-of-the-line audiovisual capabilities offer endless entertainment options while a fully equipped catering kitchen and retractable kitchen wall maximize seamless meal service.

The spacious screened patio and mindfully landscaped courtyard summon guests outdoors and a wooden deck with gentle steps leading to a flat concrete pad and lush courtyard space make for a beautiful outdoor ceremony entrance. Built-in tent stakes deliver an easy covered alfresco reception option.

Gold-level LEED-certified green building
Fully equipped catering kitchen
Large screened porch with wood-burning fireplace
15 stainless-steel chandeliers
Gas fireplace
Private courtyard

300 standing ceremony capacity
235 seated reception capacity in the Great Hall

Make it yours

Play a heartfelt photo slideshow of yourselves on the three satellite televisions during your rehearsal dinner
Plan your first look descending from the deck down the steps and onto the courtyard
Gather for late-night drinks and s'mores on the large screened porch with a wood-burning fireplace

Location

Known as the birthplace of South Carolina, Founders Hall is located along the banks of the Ashley River at the Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site.

1500 Old Towne Rd., Charleston, SC 29407