French Huguenot Church

The French Huguenot Church is a rare example of Gothic Revival architecture in Charleston. Built in 1845, it is the only independent Huguenot church left in the United States. It was founded by French Protestants who came to Charleston in the 1600s, escaping religious persecution. Its soft pink color and pointed arch windows make it one of the most eye-catching churches in the city. While services today are in English, the church still honors its French roots with a special service each year.