Charleston, SC - The French Huguenot Church - Heather Johnson Photography

The Pink Church, its one of the most visited landmarks in Charleston. It's worth taking a stroll down church street.  The French Huguenot Church in Charleston, South Carolina, is a cherished piece of history that tells the story of French Protestants who came to America seeking religious freedom. Known as Huguenots, these settlers left France in the late 1600s to escape persecution after the end of protections under the Edict of Nantes. Many found a welcoming new home in Charleston, where they founded a congregation called “L’Église Française” in 1687. The current church building, completed in 1845, was designed by local architect Edward Brickell White in the Gothic Revival style. With its elegant pointed arches, intricate details, and striking facade, it stands out as one of Charleston’s few Gothic Revival buildings. Today, the French Huguenot Church is the only active Huguenot congregation in the United States. Regular services are held here, along with an annual French service that honors its cultural roots. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this special church is not only a place of worship but also a testament to Charleston’s diverse heritage and the lasting impact of the Huguenots in America.