Folly Beach, South Carolina
FOLLY BEACH WAS NOT ALWAYS 1995, draws anglers from around surfing site in the Southeast. The
the laid-back beach town it is today. the world, and the Washout, on island also features a full service
In the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s, marina and boat landing.
carnival rides and big band leaders
“Just eight miles
Despite stories to the contrary,
such as Glenn Miller and Tommy the island was not named in honor
Dorsey attracted crowds to the
south of downtown
of a monumental mistake. Dur-
island now known as “The Edge of ing the Civil War, Union troops
America” from up and down the
Charleston...Folly
advancing on Charleston gave the
East Coast. By day, visitors would island its name because they spent
lie in the sun and play in the warm
Beach is ideal for weeks clearing the dense folly
waters of the Atlantic Ocean. By brush that engulfed the island and
night they would dance to some of those who enjoy the provided cover for Confederate
the biggest names in music at the spotters. The name Folly certainly
Atlantic Pavilion. sun and surf in a laid- was an improvement.
Folly Beach also played a role in Prior to the War Between the
producing a great American folk op-
back environment
States, it was known as Coffin
era. George Gershwin holed up in a Island.
bungalow at 708 West Arctic while
that isn’t far from the
Just eight miles south of down-
composing “Porgy and Bess,” which town Charleston, about a 15-min-
was first performed in 1935. He
dining options and
ute drive, Folly Beach is ideal for
also reportedly judged a local beauty
contest while he was in town.
entertainment...”
those who enjoy the sun and surf in
a laid-back environment that isn’t
Today, life on the island revolves far from the dining options and
more around the ocean than the the northeastern end of the six- entertainment offered in the more
arts. The Folly Beach Pier, built in mile-long island, is the premier “civilized” world.
At A Glance
Folly Beach, SC
Population: 2,263
Average Temp: 72 F
Average Age: 41
Nearest Hospital:
Roper-St. Frances Healthcare
Nearest Major Airport:
Charleston International Airport
Folly Beach Info:
www.cityoffollybeach.com
(843) 588-7006
www.RetiringToSouthCarolina.com I www.HotRetirementTowns.com I www.CoastalRetirementTowns.com
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