Rockville Historic District

National Register Listing

Street Address:

Town of Rockville on N bank of Bohicket Creek (Charleston County)

Alternate Name:

Village of Rockville Historic District

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NRHP Nomination

Record Number:

S10817710046

Description and Narrative:

Rockville, one of Charleston County’s oldest surviving summer resorts (ca. 1824), is important architecturally, agriculturally, militarily and in the areas of transportation and recreation. This summer community’s serene, slow-moving, lifestyle is reflected in its architecture and landscape. Although houses vary in size and degree of architectural importance, nearly all have spacious porches, raised foundations, and large central hallways designed for summer comfort and relaxation. The buildings within Rockville’s Historic District have obvious visual unity. All are well ventilated to take full advantage of sea breezes. Several houses appear to have been year-round residences with architecture adapted for cold weather but still well-ventilated for summer use. The district also includes two churches. Live oaks draped with Spanish moss and palmettos dominate the landscape and add to the quaint atmosphere of the community. Listed in the National Register June 13, 1972.

Period of Significance:

1860;after 1824;19th century;20th century

Level of Significance:

Local

Area of Significance:

Social History;Agriculture;Architecture;Military;Transportation

National Register Determination:

listed

Date of Certification:

June 13 1972

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