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Hibernian Hall

Charleston, South Carolina
County of Charleston.
National Register Number: 73001686
 Resource type: Building.
Property type: Social - meeting hall. The threat level was Satisfactory in
2008.
Congressional District: SC-6 Certified Local Government: YES

Statement of Significance (as of designation - November 7, 1973):
Completed in 1840, this is the only extant building associated with the Democratic Convention of 1860, one of the most critical political assemblies in the history of the United States. At Charleston, the fate of the old party system was sealed: The Democratic Party was shattered and Republican victory assured in the fall. Hibernian Hall served as headquarters for the faction supporting Stephen A. Douglas, the pivotal personality of the convention.

Condition:
The NHL is in excellent condition.

There are no reported changes at this time.


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