Cooking in the South

Joseph’s Charleston Adventure, is a children’s book that was published in April 1998, and was proclaimed as “The Official Children’s Book of Charleston” by Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. in May 1998. Written and illustrated by Sustainer Laura Jenkins Thompson, the book tells a charming story of friendship between Joseph and his friend, a Boykin Spaniel puppy named Susie. The two explore the sights and sounds of historic Charleston as Joseph helps Susie find her way home. Included in the book is a dictionary of historical facts and terms exclusive to Charleston as well as one copy of Joseph’s tour of the city for you and your child to experience together.

The Joseph’s Children’s Tour is an interactive walking tour that accompanies Joseph’s Charleston Adventure. The tour can also be purchased separately and is a fun activity for the whole family! This tour is unlike any other, offering exciting activities at each historical stop along the way. Activities are broken into 4 age groups: Preschool, Elementary, Middle and High School/Adult. Tour length is approximately 2 hours.