This April 6, James Island County Park will be hosting its annual, always entertaining, Lowcountry Cajun Festival. Set to be held from noon to 6 p.m., the Lowcountry Cajun Festival will offer Charleston visitors a lively time of authentic Zydeco music, delectable Cajun and Creole dining, and an assortment of activities to keep things active. Whether you’re specifically looking to enjoy Cajun culture while visiting the Lowcountry of South Carolina or simply hoping to find fun times, the Lowcountry Cajun Festival always brings out the best in the Charleston area.
And while the festivities of the Lowcountry Cajun Festival can certainly offer a time to build your vacation around, Charleston itself has a rich history itself that is just waiting to be explored. Along the In Slavery & Freedom Walk you’ll find an informative look into the tragedies faced by African-Americans in the pre-Civil War South. Knowledgeable tour guides will lead you past numerous points of interest as topics ranging from Jim Crow laws and plantation life to the Reconstruction and Civil Rights Movement are covered in depth.
Those looking for a more encompassing look at the Civil War and the changes it brought about may also enjoy the Civil War Walk. As the name implies, the Civil War Walk offers an intriguing walking tour through Charleston, highlighting the many areas that were integral during the Civil War. Whether strolling past the Charleston Harbor, browsing Ft. Sumter or visiting White Point Gardens, you’ll learn just how important Charleston was during the Civil War while seeing the sights of the city as well!
