Often referred to as Charleston’s “Black Beach,” Mosquito Beach has a history that long predates the that moniker which was most prevalent during the “Jim Crow” days.
The history of Mosquito Beach is about families, land, hard work, entrepreneurship, cultural preservation, safety, justice, and a whole lot more.
Fortunately, the Historic Charleston Foundation has created a rich online resource to share this inspiring history and it is well worth a visit, especially given the current efforts by the Mosquito Beach community to renovate, rejuvenate and preserve this African-American community and landmark.
The site includes extensive historical information covering hundreds of years, as well as oral history video interviews with local families discussing history and the future.
Check it out:
HistoricMosquitoBeach.com
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