Planters Hotel, Charleston SC, Historic Architecture 1800

The image features the Planters Hotel, located in Charleston, South Carolina. Originally built around the ruins of the first planned theater in America, which dates back to 1736, the hotel exemplifies the architectural evolution of the region. The hotel was constructed shortly after 1800, when the theater fell into disrepair.

The photograph captures the intricate ironwork and balconies that characterize Charlestons distinctive architectural style. Surrounded by palms and set against a backdrop of churches and steeples, the scene reflects the urban landscape of Charleston, a city known for its rich history and cultural heritage.

This image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which documents significant structures in the region. The photograph was acquired from the Frances Benjamin Johnston estate in 1953 and serves as an important record of Charlestons architectural legacy.