The Nathaniel Russel house is one of the Charleston’s most exquisite dwellings since this is a famous historical house almost everyone in America know. This is why this house was finally opened for public because many people are interested in visiting and knowing what’s inside. So, what is actually inside this famous and historical house?
The Nathaniel Russel house is located in Downtown Charlestion near High Battery, 51 Meeting Street. This house has been known as one of America’s most important neoclassical dwellings. Although the house is a kind of very old house, there is no change in the interior of the house so that the visitors can enjoy the originality of the historical house. There were some changes of the house, but today the house has been restored to its original 1808 grandeur surrounded by formal gardens. This house was used by Russel family until 1857 and then it as used as a school for the Sisters of Charity of Our Lady of Mercy. After that, it was used as a private residence again and then it was purchased and opened for public. This house is truly attractive with the interior and architectural reflecting the Nathaniel Russel orignal’s dwelling. The house was also furnished with an outstanding cllection of fine and decorative arts from the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. Visitors are able to learn about the Russel family and the historical architectural building of the house. Especially if you have an interest in architecture, this house can be a very great destination.
For more information about the Nathaniel Russel house museum, you can directly visit the website and check the schedule of the museum so that you can visit it when it is open. You can also check if there are some special events in the museum to give you a more interesting journey.
