Famous SC visitor spot to undergo renovations

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Famous SC visitor spot to undergo renovations
October 13, 2009
WMBFNews.com

CHARLESTON, SC (AP) - One of South Carolina's most popular tourist attractions, the open air City Market in Charleston, is getting a facelift.

Mayor Joe Riley and preservation officials are scheduled to gather Tuesday at the market to announce plans for the renovation of the market that has been in constant use since 1804.

The existing buildings in the heart of the city's historic district date to 1841 and occupy 40,000 square feet.

Millions of visitors each year stop by the market to purchase everything from sweetgrass baskets and local art to jewelry and Lowcountry foods.

The market has 265 vendors, including 17 in enclosed shops in the market building. The market operates every day except Christmas.