Kaminski House Museum FAQ
Who was Kaminski?
The Kaminski House Museum was given by Julia Kaminski to the City of Georgetown in 1972 in memory of her husband, Harold Kaminski and his mother, Rose Baum Kaminski. Harold Kaminski served as Mayor of Georgetown from 1931 to 1935. He served in the U.S. Navy during both World War I and World War II and was officer of the Day on December 7, 1941 at Pearl Harbor during the Japanese attack on the Naval Base there. He survived the attack to return to Georgetown where he lived until his death in 1953.
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Who owns the Museum?
The Kaminski House Museum is owned and operated by the City of Georgetown.
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How much does it cost to go through it?
The cost for adults is $7.00, $5.00 for senior citizens, and $3.00 for children (ages 6-12). No charge for children 5 and under. AAA and group discounts available.
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Do I have to take a guided tour or can I just go through it by myself?
Guided tours are every hour on the hour, Monday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and on Sunday, 1 :00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tours take approximately 45 to 50 minutes. Visitors must take a guided tour.
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Where is the Visitor's Center?
The Georgetown Visitor's Center is located next door to the Museum in the Old Post Office Building, located at 1001 Front Street.
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Where are the public restrooms?
Public restrooms are located at the Kaminski House Museum and at the corner of Front and Screven Streets.
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What is the population of Georgetown?
Approximately 10,000 within the City limits.
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What's that house next door? Who owns it and is it open to the public?
The Robert Stewart House located at 1005 Front Street is owned by Carolina First Bank. It is not open to the public on a regular basis.
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What are those mills over there?
Georgetown Steel and International Paper.
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How far is it to Charleston, Myrtle Beach?
60 miles to Charleston, 36 miles to Myrtle Beach.
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Are the local plantations open to the public?
The majority of the plantations in the area are privately owned and are open to the public only once a year -- at the time of the spring Annual Plantation Tour sponsored by the Women of Prince George, Winyah Episcopal Church.
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Can you rent the House or grounds for weddings and other special events?
Only the Lawn and Rainey Park can be rented for special events. The House is not available for rent. Contact the staff of the Kaminski House Museum for details on rentals at 843-546- 7706.
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