OUR MISSION
Our mission is to discover, preserve, and promote the history of the Inland Lowcountry by weaving the stories of our people, land, and culture into the fabric of daily life and future growth.
OUR VISION
Our vision is an inland Lowcountry where everyone has knowledge of our extraordinary and unfolding history, with great schools enriched by immersive learning experiences, where individuals and communities are connected...
PLAN YOUR VISIT
TUESDAY – FRIDAY 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
(LAST TICKETS SOLD AT 3 PM)
SATURDAY By Appointment Only
(843) 931-1021
101 RIDGE STREET
SAINT GEORGE, SC 29477
EXPLORE OUR COLLECTION
Dorchester Heritage Center is home to over 10,000 artifacts – an impressive collection that has grown thanks to our generous community.
COME DISCOVER WITH US
DHC is at the center of the effort to connect us to our history, a greater sense of place, and each other.
HAPPENINGS AT DHC
Introducing Field Trips, Customized to Support Your Curriculum
Teachers, did you know that you can design your own field trip with the Dorchester Heritage Center? We will work with you to brainstorm and design a hands-on educational experience that will bring your South Carolina history curriculum to life.
New Exhibit Coming Soon!
A Store at Every Crossroads: Documenting the Stories of South Carolina’s Jewish Merchants is a traveling exhibition coming to the Dorchester Heritage Center.











