Charlie鈥檚 Place, Myrtle Beach
Charlie's Place holds a significant place in the history of African-American entertainment and the struggle against segregation. This supper club, located on Carver Street, served as a vibrant venue where renowned African-American entertainers such as Ray Charles, Little Richard, Otis Redding, Billie Holiday, and Ella Fitzgerald performed during the era of racial segregation in the South. As part of the Chitlin' Circuit, Charlie's Place provided a platform for Black artists to showcase their talents in a segregated environment from the 1930s to the 1950s.
Despite its cultural significance, Charlie's Place was demolished in the 1960s, along with many other establishments that were part of the Chitlin' Circuit. However, its legacy lives on as a symbol of resilience and artistic achievement within the African-American community. Adjacent to the club stood the Fitzgerald Motel, also known as the Whispering Pines, which provided accommodation for Black individuals who faced segregation in lodging during this period.
In recent years, efforts have been made to preserve the memory of Charlie's Place and its impact on African-American history and culture. Although the club itself no longer stands, plans have been made to revitalize the area surrounding the former site, including the restoration of the north side of the Fitzgerald Motel to resemble its appearance from decades past. Additionally, a documentary produced by Betsy Newman of South Carolina ETV received a Southeast Regional Emmy Award in June 2019, further highlighting the historical significance of Charlie's Place and its enduring legacy in Myrtle Beach.
Despite its cultural significance, Charlie's Place was demolished in the 1960s, along with many other establishments that were part of the Chitlin' Circuit. However, its legacy lives on as a symbol of resilience and artistic achievement within the African-American community. Adjacent to the club stood the Fitzgerald Motel, also known as the Whispering Pines, which provided accommodation for Black individuals who faced segregation in lodging during this period.
In recent years, efforts have been made to preserve the memory of Charlie's Place and its impact on African-American history and culture. Although the club itself no longer stands, plans have been made to revitalize the area surrounding the former site, including the restoration of the north side of the Fitzgerald Motel to resemble its appearance from decades past. Additionally, a documentary produced by Betsy Newman of South Carolina ETV received a Southeast Regional Emmy Award in June 2019, further highlighting the historical significance of Charlie's Place and its enduring legacy in Myrtle Beach.
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Sight Name: Charlie鈥檚 Place
Sight Location: Myrtle Beach, USA (See walking tours in Myrtle Beach)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Myrtle Beach, USA (See walking tours in Myrtle Beach)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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The resort city of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, lies in the center of a continuous 60-mile (97 km) stretch of beach known as the "Grand Strand鈥� on the East Coast of the United States. The warm subtropical climate, 86 golf courses, and 1,800 restaurants attracting annually over 20 million visitors make Myrtle Beach one of the state's major centers of tourism and one of the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.3 Km or 2.7 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.3 Km or 2.7 Miles