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			<title>nps.gov - Charles Pinckney National Historic Site - News Releases</title>
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				  <title>Charleston Area National Parks Close Due to Hurricane Helene Threat</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/charleston-area-national-park-sites-close-due-to-threat-of-hurricane-helene.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2024 10:20:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Charleston Area National Parks Close Due to Hurricane Helene Threat https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/charleston-area-national-park-sites-close-due-to-threat-of-hurricane-helene.htm</description>
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				  <title>New American Citizens at Charles Pinckney National Historic Site</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/new-american-citizens-at-charles-pinckney-national-historic-site.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 18 Sep 2024 07:13:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Constitution Day, September 17, a Naturalization Ceremony was hosted in partnership with the National Park Service and US Citizenship and Immigration Services at Charles Pinckney National Historic Site.  A class of 116 applicants from 40 different countries proudly took the Oath of Citizenship. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/new-american-citizens-at-charles-pinckney-national-historic-site.htm</description>
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				  <title>Tourism to Charles Pinckney National Historic Site contributes $2.8 million to local economy</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/tourism-to-charles-pinckney-national-historic-site-contributes-$2-8-million-to-local-economy.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2024 10:56:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Tourism to Charles Pinckney National Historic Site contributes $2.8 million to local economy https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/tourism-to-charles-pinckney-national-historic-site-contributes-$2-8-million-to-local-economy.htm</description>
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				  <title>Charleston Area National Park Sites Close Due to Threat of Tropical Storm Debby</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/charleston-area-national-park-sites-close-due-to-threat-of-tropical-storm-debby.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 04 Aug 2024 08:22:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Charleston Area National Park sites closed due to threat from Tropical Storm Debby https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/charleston-area-national-park-sites-close-due-to-threat-of-tropical-storm-debby.htm</description>
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				  <title>130 New American Citizens at Charles Pinckney National Historic Site</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2023-09-20-naturalization-ceremony.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 20 Sep 2023 12:35:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Charles Pinckney National Historic Site hosted a naturalization ceremony on September 20. 2023 where 130 new American citizens were sworn in. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2023-09-20-naturalization-ceremony.htm</description>
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				  <title>Charleston Area National Park Sites Return to Normal Operations After Hurricane Idalia</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/charleston-area-national-park-sites-return-to-normal-operations-after-hurricane-idalia.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 31 Aug 2023 07:03:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Following the passing of Hurricane Idalia, Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park and Charles Pinckney National Historic Site have resumed normal operating hours as of noon Thursday, August 31, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/charleston-area-national-park-sites-return-to-normal-operations-after-hurricane-idalia.htm</description>
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				  <title>Charleston Area National Park Sites Close Due to Threat of Hurricane Idalia</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/charleston-area-national-park-sites-close-due-to-threat-of-hurricane-idalia.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 29 Aug 2023 13:06:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On August 29, 2023, Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park and Charles Pinckney National Historic Site have temporarily closed in preparation for Hurricane Idalia and the safety of visitors and staff. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/charleston-area-national-park-sites-close-due-to-threat-of-hurricane-idalia.htm</description>
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				  <title>Tourism to Charles Pinckney National Historic Site contributes $1.1 million to local economy</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/tourism-to-charles-pinckney-national-historic-site-contributes-1-1-million-to-local-economy.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 22 Aug 2023 08:36:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 12,585 visitors to Charles Pinckney National Historic Site in 2022 spent $831 thousand in communities near the park. That spending supported 11 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $1.1 million. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/tourism-to-charles-pinckney-national-historic-site-contributes-1-1-million-to-local-economy.htm</description>
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				  <title>Snee Farmhouse received $109,000 from the Great American Outdoors Act for rehabilitation project</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/snee-farmhouse-received-109-000-from-the-great-american-outdoors-act-for-rehabilitation-project.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 12 Jun 2023 11:39:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Charles Pinckney National Historic Site received funding from the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) Legacy Restoration Fund to address a window shutter and hardware rehabilitation project at the Snee Farmhouse. The shutter system project was a park priority as it plays a critical role in the Severe Weather Emergency Action Plan by protecting both the single pane windows and the interior exhibits and contributing to the historic character of the Snee Farm residence. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/snee-farmhouse-received-109-000-from-the-great-american-outdoors-act-for-rehabilitation-project.htm</description>
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				  <title>Charleston Area National Park Sites Close Due to Threat of Hurricane Ian</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/charleston-area-national-park-sites-close-due-to-threat-of-hurricane-ian.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2022 08:52:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On September 28, 2022, Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park and Charles Pinckney National Historic Site temporarily closed in preparation for Hurricane Ian for the safety of visitors and staff. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/charleston-area-national-park-sites-close-due-to-threat-of-hurricane-ian.htm</description>
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				  <title>New Museum Exhibits Open at Charles Pinckney National Historic Site</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/new-museum-exhibits-open-at-charles-pinckney-national-historic-site.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2022 07:40:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>New museum exhibits will be unveiled at Charles Pinckney National Historic Site on Saturday, August 6. Be one of the first visitors to see the new interactive exhibits at the historic house, which will include information on Charles Pinckney, his contributions to the US Constitution, enslavement at Snee Farm, and Gullah Geechee culture. Come experience the grand opening from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/new-museum-exhibits-open-at-charles-pinckney-national-historic-site.htm</description>
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				  <title>Tourism to Charles Pinckney National Historic Site creates $2.1 million in Economic Benefits</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/tourism-to-charles-pinckney-national-historic-site-creates-2-1-million-in-economic-benefits.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jun 2022 07:38:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 24.9 thousand visitors to Charles Pinckney National Historic Site in 2021 spent $1.6 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 21 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $2.1 million. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/tourism-to-charles-pinckney-national-historic-site-creates-2-1-million-in-economic-benefits.htm</description>
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				  <title>Charles Pinckney National Historic Site Seeks Comment on New Exhibit Design and Plan</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/charles-pinckney-national-historic-site-seeks-public-comment-on-new-exhibit-design-and-plan.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2020 11:26:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service (NPS) is developing new exhibits for Charles Pinckney National Historic Site and is seeking public comment on the latest draft of the exhibit plans. This is the third and final opportunity for the public to review the plan. The documents are in the link below for the public review and comment now through December 13, 2020. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/charles-pinckney-national-historic-site-seeks-public-comment-on-new-exhibit-design-and-plan.htm</description>
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				  <title>Charles Pinckney National Historic Site to Hold a Virtual Public Meeting to View and Comment on New Exhibit Plan</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/charles-pinckney-national-historic-site-to-hold-a-virtual-public-meeting-to-view-and-comment-on-new-exhibit-plan.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2020 10:21:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service will hold a virtual public meeting to share phase three of the exhibit plans for Charles Pinckney National Historic Site on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at 5:00 pm. National Park Service staff and exhibit contractors, the Design Minds, will present the latest draft of the exhibit plan. All are invited to attend. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/charles-pinckney-national-historic-site-to-hold-a-virtual-public-meeting-to-view-and-comment-on-new-exhibit-plan.htm</description>
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				  <title>Charles Pinckney National Historic Site, and Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park to Resume Pre-Isaias Park Access</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/fort-sumter-and-fort-moultrie-national-historical-park-and-charles-pinckney-national-historic-site-to-resume-pre-isaias-park-access.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2020 07:55:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park, and Charles Pinckney National Historic Site are resuming pre-Isaias park access and operating status. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/fort-sumter-and-fort-moultrie-national-historical-park-and-charles-pinckney-national-historic-site-to-resume-pre-isaias-park-access.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park, and Charles Pinckney National Historic Site to Close on Sunday, August 2, 2020 Due to Threat of Hurricane Isaias</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/fort-sumter-and-fort-moultrie-national-historical-park-and-charles-pinckney-national-historic-site-to-close-on-sunday-august-2-2020-due-to-threat-of-hurricane-isaias.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2020 09:25:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park, and Charles Pinckney National Historic Site will temporarily close starting on Sunday, August 2, 2020 in preparation for Hurricane Isaias for the safety of visitors and staff. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/fort-sumter-and-fort-moultrie-national-historical-park-and-charles-pinckney-national-historic-site-to-close-on-sunday-august-2-2020-due-to-threat-of-hurricane-isaias.htm</description>
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				  <title>Charles Pinckney National Historic Site is beginning to increase recreational access to park grounds</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/charles-pinckney-national-historic-site-is-beginning-to-increase-recreational-access-to-park-grounds.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2020 07:28:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, Charles Pinckney National Historic Site (NHS) is increasing recreational access. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/charles-pinckney-national-historic-site-is-beginning-to-increase-recreational-access-to-park-grounds.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Sites of the South Carolina Lowcountry to Temporarily Close in Response to Coronavirus COVID-19</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/national-park-sites-of-the-south-carolina-lowcountry-to-temporarily-close-in-response-to-coronavirus-covid-19.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2020 05:29:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Today, the National Park Service announced the temporary suspension of operations at Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park, Charles Pinckney National Historical Site, and Reconstruction Era National Historical Park, effective Wednesday, March 18, 2020. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/national-park-sites-of-the-south-carolina-lowcountry-to-temporarily-close-in-response-to-coronavirus-covid-19.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Service Seeks Public Comment on New Exhibits for Charles Pinckney National Historic Site</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-public-comment-on-new-exhibits-for-charles-pinckney-national-historic-site.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2020 10:27:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The National Park Service (NPS) is developing new exhibits for Charles Pinckney National Historic Site&#8217;s historic Snee Farm house and museum and is seeking public comment on the exhibit ideas. The draft design and development documents are available to the public at https://parkplanning.nps.gov/chpiDD1. Comments can be made on the designs through February 17, 2020. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-public-comment-on-new-exhibits-for-charles-pinckney-national-historic-site.htm</description>
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				  <title>Charles Pinckney National Historic Site to Hold Indigo Extraction and Dyeing Demonstration on September 28</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/charles-pinckney-national-historic-site-to-hold-indigo-extraction-and-dyeing-demonstration-on-september-28-2019.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 13 Sep 2019 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Charles Pinckney NHS will hold an indigo extraction and dyeing demonstration on Saturday, September 28, 2019 from 10 am until 1 pm. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/charles-pinckney-national-historic-site-to-hold-indigo-extraction-and-dyeing-demonstration-on-september-28-2019.htm</description>
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				  <title>22nd Annual Naturalization Ceremony</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/charles-pinckney-national-historic-site-to-host-22nd-annual-naturalization-ceremony-on-september-19-2019.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 13 Sep 2019 11:03:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Charles Pinckney NHS will host its 22nd Naturalization Ceremony on Thursday, September 19 from 11:00 am &#8211; 12:00 pm. Every year, approximately 100 individuals from countries all over the world take the Oath of Citizenship during this ceremony. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/charles-pinckney-national-historic-site-to-host-22nd-annual-naturalization-ceremony-on-september-19-2019.htm</description>
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				  <title>Music Under the Oaks with NIA Productions</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/charles-pinckney-national-historic-site-to-host-music-under-the-oaks-a-summer-concert-series-starting-june-2-2018.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 10 May 2018 11:08:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The &#34;Music Under the Oaks&#34; free summer concert series begins&#160;June 2, 2018&#160;at 11 am&#160;at Charles Pinckney NHS. The one-hour concert will feature African drumming and dance from the Lowcountry artists of&#160;NIA Productions.&#160;Visitors are encouraged to bring chairs or a picnic blanket, sunscreen, and insect repellent. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/charles-pinckney-national-historic-site-to-host-music-under-the-oaks-a-summer-concert-series-starting-june-2-2018.htm</description>
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				  <title>Activities Planned for 2017 Eclipse Across America at Charleston Area National Park Sites</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2017-eclipse-across-america-at-charleston-area-national-park-sites.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 02 Aug 2017 05:59:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Charles Pinckney National Historic Site is planning activities for the upcoming 2017 Eclipse Across America on August 21, 2017.   Activities for the public, including an eclipse junior ranger activity book and badge for children, will be offered from 1:00 pm -4:30. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2017-eclipse-across-america-at-charleston-area-national-park-sites.htm</description>
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				  <title>Music Under the Oaks with the Plantation Singers at Charles Pinckney National Historic Site</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/music-under-the-oaks-with-the-plantation-singers-at-charles-pinckney-national-historic-site.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 07 Jun 2017 18:29:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>On Saturday, June 10, 2017, at 11 am, the Plantation Singers will perform a  one-hour concert at the Charles Pinckney National Historic Site, located at 1254 Long Point Road, Mount Pleasant, SC. Visitors are encouraged to bring chairs or a picnic blanket, sunscreen, and insect repellent. The event is free. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/music-under-the-oaks-with-the-plantation-singers-at-charles-pinckney-national-historic-site.htm</description>
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				  <title>Arrowhead Band Comes to Charleston</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/the-arrowhead-band-comes-to-charleston.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 16 May 2017 10:54:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Audiences of all ages are invited to come out on Sunday, May 28 at 2:00 pm to the Charles Pinckney National Historic Site for a special concert featuring the Arrowhead Band from New Orleans Jazz National Historic Site https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/the-arrowhead-band-comes-to-charleston.htm</description>
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				  <title>Tourism to Fort Sumter National Monument and Charles Pinckney National Historic Site creates over $69 Million in Economic Benefits</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2016-economic-benefits-of-tourism-to-charles-pinckney-nhs-and-fort-sumter-nm.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 26 Apr 2017 07:21:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 941,514 visitors to Charles Pinckney National Historic Site and Fort Sumter National Monument in 2016 spent $55,049,100 in communities near the park. That spending supported 834 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $69,419,700. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2016-economic-benefits-of-tourism-to-charles-pinckney-nhs-and-fort-sumter-nm.htm</description>
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				  <title>Over 940,000 Visitors Came to Charleston Area National Park Sites in 2016</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/over-940000-visitors-came-to-charleston-area-national-park-sites-in-2016.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 16 Mar 2017 12:03:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Charles Pinckney NHS and Fort Sumter NM welcomed over 940,000 visitors in 2016. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/over-940000-visitors-came-to-charleston-area-national-park-sites-in-2016.htm</description>
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				  <title>Eliza Lucas Pinckney Program to be Offered on March 25 for Women&#39;s History Month</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/eliza-lucas-pinckney-program-to-be-offered-on-march-25-for-womens-history-month.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 13 Mar 2017 09:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Charles Pinckney National Historic Site will offer a free, 45-minute program entitled &#8220;Founding Planter: One Pioneer&#39;s Vision to Sustain the Wealth of the Carolina Colony&#8221; at 2 pm on March 25, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/eliza-lucas-pinckney-program-to-be-offered-on-march-25-for-womens-history-month.htm</description>
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				  <title>Charles Pinckney National Historic Site to Host Naturalization Ceremony</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/naturalization-ceremony-to-be-held-at-charles-pinckney-national-historic-site.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2016 11:15:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Charles Pinckney National Historic Site will host its 19th Naturalization Ceremony on Friday September 16th at 10:30 a.m. Approximately 120 individuals from countries all over the world will be sworn in as America&#39;s newest citizens. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/naturalization-ceremony-to-be-held-at-charles-pinckney-national-historic-site.htm</description>
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				  <title>A Day in Your National Park</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/npscentennial.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2016 08:24:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Finding Your Park: Celebrate 100 Years of the National Park Service at Charles Pinckney National Historic Site. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/npscentennial.htm</description>
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				  <title>Charles Pinckney National Historic Site Closed for Up To Two Days for Resurfacing Work</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/park-closed-for-up-to-two-days-for-parking-area-work.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2015 04:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The park will be closed on Monday, December 7 for parking area and road resurfacing work. We hope to be open on Tuesday. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/park-closed-for-up-to-two-days-for-parking-area-work.htm</description>
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				  <title>Constitution Week 2014</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/constitution-week-2014.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2014 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Join us in celebrating the birthday of the United States Constitution with special events including a naturalization ceremony. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/constitution-week-2014.htm</description>
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				  <title>Historic Games &#38; Toys to be Part of National Junior Ranger Day</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2014-national-junior-ranger-day.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2014 08:30:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Join us for a day of fun activities on National Junior Ranger day! https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2014-national-junior-ranger-day.htm</description>
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				  <title>Tourism to Charleston area National Park sites creates $47,694,900 in Economic Benefit</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2012-economic-benefit.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2014 10:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Report shows visitor spending supports 684 jobs in local economy. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2012-economic-benefit.htm</description>
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				  <title>Celebrate Gullah Heritage with Free Saturday Programs</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2014-gullah-heritage-series.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2014 10:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Join us at 2:00 PM every Saturday in March for free Gullah Heritage programs. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2014-gullah-heritage-series.htm</description>
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				  <title>Constitution Week at Charles Pinckney National Historic Site</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/celebrate-constitution-week-with-free-programs.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 27 Aug 2013 10:25:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Free events in celebration of Constitution Week include a very special naturalization ceremony. Come witness America&#39;s newest citizens taking the Oath of Citizenship! https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/celebrate-constitution-week-with-free-programs.htm</description>
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				  <title>Gullah Heritage Celebration 2013</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/gullah-heritage-celebration.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2013 03:31:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Celebrate Gullah hertiage with free programs every Saturday in March. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/gullah-heritage-celebration.htm</description>
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				  <title>Park to Close Oct. 22-23 for Parking Area Work</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/park-to-close-for-parking-area-work.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 16 Oct 2012 06:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The park will close on Monday and Tuesday, October 22-23 to stabilize, repaire and improve the visitor parking facility. The park will reopen at 9:00 AM on October 24. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/park-to-close-for-parking-area-work.htm</description>
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				  <title>Constitution Week 2012</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/constitution-week-2012.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 13 Aug 2012 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Celebrate the U.S. Constitution with a week of free special events. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/constitution-week-2012.htm</description>
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				  <title>Fire Suppression System Wins Engineering Excellence Award</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/engineering-award.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 12 Apr 2012 07:22:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The newly installed fire suppression system in the park&#39;s historic house won an Engineering Excellence Award. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/engineering-award.htm</description>
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				  <title>National Park Week 2012</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/national-park-week-events-2012.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 07:40:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Celebrate National Park Week with two free special events: Colonial Day and Junior Ranger Day. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/national-park-week-events-2012.htm</description>
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				  <title>2012 Gullah Film Series Extended</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2012-gullah-film-series-extended.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Fri, 16 Mar 2012 10:09:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The 2012 Gullah Film Series has been extended to include March 18 and 25. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2012-gullah-film-series-extended.htm</description>
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				  <title>Gullah Film Series 2012</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/gullah-film-series-2012.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:39:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Join us for a free documentary film series on Gullah history and culture at 2:00 PM on February 12, 19, 26 and March 4, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/gullah-film-series-2012.htm</description>
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				  <title>Gullah Heritage Celebration 2012</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/gullah-heritage-celebration-2012.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2012 05:47:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Celebrate Gullah heritage with free programs every Saturday at 2:00 PM in February and March. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/gullah-heritage-celebration-2012.htm</description>
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				  <title>Constitution Week 2011</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/constitution-week-2011.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2011 05:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Celebrate the United States Constitution with a week of special events including a naturalization ceremony, two days of Living History, a documentary on Charles Pinckney and the &#34;I Signed the Constitution&#34; program. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/constitution-week-2011.htm</description>
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				  <title>Visitor Center</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/visitor-center-closed.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2011 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Visitor center to temporarily close for construction project. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/visitor-center-closed.htm</description>
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				  <title>Charles Pinckney NHS</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2011-gullah-film-series.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 30 Jan 2011 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Watch a different Gullah Heritage film every Sunday in February and March 2011. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2011-gullah-film-series.htm</description>
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				  <title>Charles Pinckney National Historic Site</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2011-gullah-heritage-celebration.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 04 Jan 2011 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Celebrate Gullah heritage with free special events including period craft demonstrations, story-telling and musical performances. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2011-gullah-heritage-celebration.htm</description>
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				  <title>Constitution Week 2010</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/constitution-week-2010.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 23 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Celebrate the United States Constitution with a week of free special events including Living History and a special naturalization ceremony. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/constitution-week-2010.htm</description>
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				  <title>Aunt Pearlie Sue rescheduled</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/aunt-pearlie-sue-rescheduled.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Aunt Pearlie Sue program and Gullah video rescheduled due to snow. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/aunt-pearlie-sue-rescheduled.htm</description>
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				  <title>New Law Permits Firearms</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/new-law-permits-firearms.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>A change in federal law will permit the possession of firearms in the Charleston area National Park Service sites by people who may legally carry them in South Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/new-law-permits-firearms.htm</description>
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				  <title>2010 Gullah Heritage Series</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2010-gullah-heritage-series.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 05 Jan 2010 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The public is invited to celebrate Gullah heritage with free programs every Saturday afternoon in February and March. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2010-gullah-heritage-series.htm</description>
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				  <title>Kids Craft Day 2009 - Part 2</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/kids-craft-day-2009-part-2.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Zelda Grant returns by popular demand for another afternoon of craft fun. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/kids-craft-day-2009-part-2.htm</description>
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				  <title>Constitution Week 2009</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/constitution-week-2009.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Join us for free Constitution Week events including Living History programs and a special naturalization ceremony. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/constitution-week-2009.htm</description>
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				  <title>Kids Craft Day 2009</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/kids-craft-day-2009.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Kids are invited to an afternoon of creative crafts on Saturday, June 20, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/kids-craft-day-2009.htm</description>
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				  <title>Colonial Days 2009</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/colonial-days-2009.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Celebrate lowcountry colonial heritage during the two-day long Colonial Days special event at Charles Pinckney National Historic Site. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/colonial-days-2009.htm</description>
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				  <title>Constitution Week 2008</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/constitution-week-2008.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>The park invites the public to celebrate Constitution Week with free programs including a naturalization Ceremony. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/constitution-week-2008.htm</description>
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				  <title>2008 July Video Series</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2008-july-video-series.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>One volume of the four-part video series, &#34;Slavery and the Making of America,&#34; will be presented every Saturday in July at 2:00 PM. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2008-july-video-series.htm</description>
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				  <title>2008 June Video Series</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2008-june-video-series.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 18 May 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>National Park Service presents free video series on America&#8217;s &#8220;Founding Brothers&#8221; https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2008-june-video-series.htm</description>
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				  <title>2008 Colonial Days</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2008-colonial-days.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 23 Mar 2008 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Celebrate National Park Week with two days of lowcountry living history at Charles Pinckney National Historic Site. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2008-colonial-days.htm</description>
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				  <title>Gullah Heritage Series 2008</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/gullah-heritage-series-2008.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jan 2008 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>National Park Service invites the public to celebrate Gullah heritage with free Saturday programs. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/gullah-heritage-series-2008.htm</description>
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				  <title>An afternoon with Courageous Kate</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2007-sheila-ingle.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 28 Oct 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Join author Sheila Ingle for a dramatic program with a book signing and refreshments to follow. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2007-sheila-ingle.htm</description>
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				  <title>Constitution Week 2007</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/constitution-week-2007.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 26 Aug 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Celebrate Constitution Week with free special events at Charles Pinckney National Historic Site. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/constitution-week-2007.htm</description>
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				  <title>2007 Colonial Day</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2007-colonial-day.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 18 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Celebrate National Park Week with Colonial Day at Charles Pinckney National Historic Site https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2007-colonial-day.htm</description>
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				  <title>2007 Gullah Heritage Series</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2007-gullah-heritage-series.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 10 Dec 2006 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>National Park Service invites the public to celebrate Gullah heritage with free Saturday programs. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2007-gullah-heritage-series.htm</description>
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				  <title>Bob Dodson Named Superintendent</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/suptdodson.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 07 May 2006 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Bob Dodson is named superintendent of Charles Pinckney National Historic Site and Fort Sumter National Monument. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/suptdodson.htm</description>
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				  <title>Joyce Coakley Book Signing 2006</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/coakley2006.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2006 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>National Park Service hosts Joyce V. Coakley book-signing https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/coakley2006.htm</description>
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				  <title>Gullah Heritage Series 2006</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2006gullah.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 18 Dec 2005 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>National Park Service invites the public to celebrate Gullah heritage with free Saturday programs. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2006gullah.htm</description>
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				  <title>Holiday Closures 2005</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2005holidayclosures.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 13 Nov 2005 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Superintendent announces the holiday closure schedule. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2005holidayclosures.htm</description>
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				  <title>Eighth Annual Naturalization Ceremony</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2005naturalization.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 18 Sep 2005 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>114 new US citizens are sworn at the 8th annual naturalization ceremony. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2005naturalization.htm</description>
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				  <title>Seventh Annual Naturalization Ceremony</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2004naturalization.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 20 Sep 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>136 new citizens are sworn at the seventh annual naturalization ceremony. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/2004naturalization.htm</description>
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				  <title>Tropical Storm Gaston</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/gaston.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Tue, 31 Aug 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>Tropical Storm Gaston ravages the Charles Pinckney landscape; Forts Sumter and Moultrie escape damage. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/gaston.htm</description>
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				  <title>Founding Brothers Part 4</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/foundingbrotherspt4.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Thu, 29 Jul 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>National Park Service announces part four of a free video series. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/foundingbrotherspt4.htm</description>
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				  <title>Founding Brothers Part 3</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/foundingbrotherspt3.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Sun, 27 Jun 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>National Park Service offers part three of a free video series. https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/foundingbrotherspt3.htm</description>
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				  <title>Founding Brothers Part 2</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/foundingbrotherspt2.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 31 May 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>National Park Service presents part two of a free video series https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/foundingbrotherspt2.htm</description>
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				  <title>Founding Brothers Video Series</title>
				  <link>https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/foundingbrothers.htm</link>
				  <pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2004 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
				  <description>National Park Service presents free video series on America&#8217;s &#8220;Founding Brothers&#8221; https://www.nps.gov/chpi/learn/news/foundingbrothers.htm</description>
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