Unitarian Church in Charleston

A sublime experience with extraordinary musicians. The beautiful venue, filled with hundreds upon hundreds of candles, creates a magical experience. Don't miss an opportunity to attend one of these concerts!

Went on a date night here. We went to a candle-lit “Beatles on strings” a small group of violinists and cello player played an hour’s worth of Beatles songs in an old church.

Amazing show!! Setting in the beautiful church with candles breath taking. The musicians did a wonderful job, insane how talented they were! Attended the 8:45pm Halloween Haunted Evening. So cool!!! Bravo!! Staff with Fever were also very friendly and welcoming!

Really cool. Edgar Allen Poe story of the love of his life.

A unique naturalized grave yard. Very peaceful, secluded even with other tourists wandering around.

The Candlelight Concert here was awesome! The setting was perfect, and the music was phenomenal. We really enjoyed this experience and would definitely attend another show of a different theme

We just had the best night! We went to a candle light concert here. This church has been around since 1787. It has always been Unitarian. It is flippin' gorgeous! You can also go on Ghost Tours and one of the stops is in the grave yard of this this church. The concert was a tribute to Queen done by a String Quartet. I have never heard Queen performed so beautifully. Man... Amazing! I'm not the most religious of people. Religion got ruined for me when I was a teen. If I were ever to find religion again I would go here. I agree with their values.

Perfect night out. The venue was beautiful. The staff were very polite and helpful. The musicians absolutely amazing. Will definitely go again

Unitarian Church was gracious enough to host candlelight performances through the fever concert series. The performance we attended was the Rings & Dragons strings concert to which was a whimsical, classy evening full of accompaniment seen in the Hobbit, Lord of the Rings, and Game of Thrones series. The bathrooms are located in the other building, they light the guided path for folks to find. Great acoustics and even with the cheaper tickets got a nice view of the stage.

The church is only open to the public on Saturdays - however, for the other 6 days of the week, you can check out the historic graveyard alongside the building. I have to admit I was bummed that this Pinterest find was a slight fail given that they're only open to the public one day out of the week. Good news is, they have a gorgeous graveyard along the building filled with paths covered by mossy trees, blooming flowers and overgrown graves (in a pretty way). If you find yourself strolling through Charleston, make a quick pit stop here.

There is a warmth and Southern Charm appeal to this church. With a solace of tranquility in its Cemetary with one resting spot dated back to 1794 to its rich history and stained glass windows, this church is welcoming. With an open door policies for all, it offers services, networking and friendship for those that want to feel a sense of community. It does get warm inside, but the engaging sermons and songs will take your mind off it.

The Unitarian Church on Archdale Street in Charleston is a beautiful and historic church in the middle of everything. This church is very open and inviting and offers a warm welcome to anyone that wants to come in. I liked learning about the history of this church and was surprised at how long it has existed. I really like the interior of the church and all of the colors and architecture that it provides from the cool carpet to the bright stained glass windows and the ceiling and arches. I also like the outdoor area and the walkways and paths and landscaping. I have had a really positive experience every time that I have been here.

I was attracted to the architecture of the building, but it was the churchyard that drew me in for a closer look. Upon first inspection, it looks like the landscapers just forgot about it and pay no mind to it during the growing season. When I stopped to read the signage, I realized that this was an intentional work of art. Organized chaos at it's finest. So much to see and walk through, with tombstones dating back hundreds of years. A beautiful and historic walk through this churchyard is a must for anyone that enjoys the solemn and humbling nature that a walk like this will provide you with.

Have never attended this church but it is among the most beautiful, old churches Ive ever seen. Spanish moss in the church graveyard floats above tombstones from the 1700s and 1800s. Gorgeous. Worth a stroll.

Went on a Monday at 2:48pm, all gates locked, no one answered when I rang the door bell, no one answered when I called, trying each department on the automated answering machine. Was looking forward to walking through graveyard.

I had a highly positive experience here. While passing through the Charleston area, I attended a Sunday-morning service at the church, and it proved unexpectedly wonderful. The building was, first, somewhat magical in itself, being a historically majestic structure rising from the heart of the old town, with wooden pews and stained glass and creaky floors. The congregation was friendly and respectful; the music, heartening and uplifting; the program in general shone with thoughtfulness and spirit. Though, enjoyable as these details were, what truly touched me that day was the message. Delivered by a kindly older gentleman (and with what I sensed to be great sincerity and compassion), it concerned a subject dear to me: the positive, non-egotistical practice of self-love, and the many, far-reaching benefits it provides to everyone around you - which, as it were, happened to be exactly what I needed reminding of on this particular morning, for several reasons. (What an interesting coincidence ...) Afterward, I left feeling nourished in soul, and with renewed confidence in certain key beliefs of mine, in a rare and powerful way. For my glowing experience, I would like to express my deep gratitude to all at this church. Please, continue with this most important work of yours. Sincerely, Mr. Christopher St Paul

A wonderful and welcoming congregation. I was happy to have visited, sat in on a Sunday service, and be welcomed to join for coffee and snacks afterwards.

If you happen to be walking by, check it out. There are some very old gravestones in the cemetery. It is interesting to read about who these people were and when they lived. The old trees and Spanish Moss really make the scenery something out of a movie as well.

Attended a wedding here yesterday! So beautiful and perfect just the way it is with the old charleston charm

If you are looking for a caring community without dogma or divisive faiths, the Unitarian Universalist congregation in Charleston is the oldest in the South. The people here live what is called "non-creedal." There is no article of faith. No "you must believe this" or "you can't believe that" in downtown Charleston. Parking is very scarce. Carpool with friends. Come to sing songs with words changed to be inclusive, not patriarchal. You can bring a god of yours but be prepared to meet a god of gays or gods of Hindus or no god at all for Secular Humanists. Come arrive by ten a.m. for Adult Forum, a tradition in most UUA congregations where politics or art or anything under the sun might be discussed with a speaker or member inviting you to participate. Gage hall is on the South side of the cemetery and the historic sanctuary is on the North of the cemetery. You may dress in Sunday finest or casual. Visit the website www.uua.org for more information about this very powerful historic faith of Adams, Jefferson, Taft, Stevenson, Emerson, Channings and yours too.