Tour of Heyward-Washington House Kitchen Building

Built in 1772, the Heyward-Washington House was the town home of Thomas Heyward, Jr., one of four South Carolina signers of the Declaration of Independence. Heyward and his family were not the only occupants of the property. According to the 1790 census, 12 enslaved people lived and worked here, occupying the second and third floors of the kitchen building.

Behind the façade of the colonial townhouse, the kitchen building served as both a workspace and living quarters for the enslaved residents whose labor served as the foundation for the Heyward family’s daily life.

Join Chief of Education Elise Reagan for a guided tour and overview of the kitchen building. Learn what daily life may have been like for the enslaved people who lived there, hear what recent additions have been made to the interpretation of the building, and consider how this space shapes our understanding of all who lived on the property.

This tour is free for Members or with admission to the Heyward-Washington House ($15 for non-members).

Reservations required. Fee for non-members covers house admission. The last tour of the day of the interior of the Heyward-Washington House is at 4:15 p.m.

Register online or call (843) 722-2996 ext. 235.