In the heart of the picturesque Lowcountry, the Morris Center stands as a beacon of cultural heritage and education. 

If you are planning a trip to visit the best museums in the Lowcountry, be sure to include us on your list! Reserve a tour here.

Discover the rich tapestry of history and tradition that defines this unique region that spans from Charleston, SC to Savannah, GA.

Here are the museums you can’t miss:

• Beaufort History Museum: Featuring exhibits on Beaufort's history & culture in an 18th-century arsenal.
• Gibbes Museum of Art: Portraits & landscapes dating back to the 1700s, housed in a century-old beaux arts-style building.

• Morris Center for Lowcountry Heritage: Located in a historic Sinclair Gas Station, featuring extensive regional Civil War exhibits and other Lowcountry-specific history and artifacts

• The Charleston Museum: America's first museum, founded in 1773, exhibits relics from South Carolina & Confederate history.
  

• SCAD Museum of Art: Quickly becoming one of America’s most renowned modern art museums, located in the heart of downtown Savannah
  

• Savannah History Museum: Exhibits touching on local military, industry, art & culture, housed in a 19th-century railway shed.

Engaging Programs and Events at The Morris Center for Lowcountry Heritage

When you visit us, consider overlapping your visit with one of our dynamic events or workshops. 

In addition to our permanent and traveling exhibits, the Morris Center hosts a full calendar of programs designed to deepen your understanding of Lowcountry heritage and culture. 

From educational workshops and live demonstrations to cultural festivals and community gatherings, there's always something exciting happening at the Morris Center!

Check our events calendar regularly to stay up-to-date on upcoming programs and activities.

Now that you’re ready to experience the best museums in the Lowcountry, be sure to grab a few history-loving friends and make a road trip out of it!

Spend a day in the Savannah area, a day in the Ridgeland/Beaufort area, and a day in the Charleston area, and you’ll find yourself fully immersed in the Lowcountry’s richly diverse history. We look forward to welcoming you soon!

Morris Center for Lowcountry Heritage Fast Facts:

CONTACT

843-284-9227

info@morrisheritagecenter.org

MUSEUM HOURS

Tuesday - Saturday

10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

PHYSICAL ADDRESS

10782 S. Jacob Smart Blvd.

Ridgeland, SC 29936