Many shady trees, brick walkways and historic Charleston houses form the graceful campus of this college, founded in 1770 and centered on the corner of George and St. Phillip streets. The Avery Research Center for African-American History and Culture on the restored site of Avery School is also part of the College of Charleston campus. It traces the heritage of Lowcountry African Americans through exhibits that include a restored 19th-century classroom. The Avery Research Center is open Monday-Friday 10 am-5 pm and Saturday noon-5 pm. Other times may be available by appointment. Free. 66 George St., Charleston. Phone 843-805-5507. http://www.cofc.edu.
