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The Philip Simmons Children's Garden, a revitalization project in the heart of the Eastside community in Charleston, S.C., offers a peaceful haven for children and adults in an urban setting.

The Garden is located at the corner of East Bay and Blake streets near the Cooper River bridges.

The Garden, a project of Agape Ministries of Charleston, has been built by dozens of community activists and volunteers.

Named after master blacksmith and craftsman Philip Simmons, the Garden is connected to the Josiah Smith Tennant House on historic East Bay Street in Charleston. A life-sized bronze statue of Mr. Simmons is on display in the Garden, as captured below.


A life-sized statue of master craftsman Philip Simmons is one of the garden's focal points.
(Art by designer Christophe Drumain of DesignWorks LC.)


Children and adults learn about nature and being a vital part of their community at the Philip Simmons Children's Garden. Learn about our plans, history and the artists who have helped.


Great gift for a loved one. Your tax-deductible financial donation can help make a dream come true. For just $100, you can buy an inscribed memorial brick that will last lifetimes. Click here to learn other ways you can donate and help.


Limited edition prints -- You can still get limited edition prints of artist Rhett Thurman's painting of namesake Philip Simmons called "Master Blacksmith." Cost: just $250.


The Children's Garden honors master blacksmith Philip Simmons and the late T.C. Drayton. We're grateful to our patrons, volunteers and project coordinator, the Eastside Center for Human Concerns.

Quick contact information:

Philip Simmons Children's Garden
Corner of East Bay and Blake streets
Charleston, South Carolina
Phone: 843.830.4674; 843.723.1323
eMail: garden@simmonschildrensgarden.com

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