1986: The Charleston Place Hotel debuts
1989: Mayor Riley addresses press after Hurricane Hugo devastates the lowcountry
1989: Chas. native Helen Hill becomes the CEO of Explore Charleston. The destination marketing org represents more than 800 member businesses and 10 local governments in the region.
1990: Waterfront Park is complete
1990: Magnolias opens on East Bay Street (under construction)
Magnolias today
1992: The Don N. Holt Bridge is complete, connecting Mount Pleasant, Daniel Island, and North Charleston
1993: SNOB (Slightly North of Broad) opens on East Bay.
1993: Charleston County funds an economic development department. Conde Nast Traveler first names Charleston a Top 10 US destination
1994: Keith Summey elected North Charleston mayor, led the city for decades through the Naval Base closure and revitalization efforts, including Park Circle and Riverfront Park.
New Riverfront Park pedestrian walkway
1995: Charleston Regional Development Alliance is founded to support existing companies like Bosch, and recruit others.
