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Abbeville |
Clinton Edgefield |
Beauty and history come alive in the Old 96 District. No era has ever
captured the American imagination quite like that of the Old South. A visit
to the Old 96 District will show you why. With all modern conveniences, you
can experience the beauty and mystique of a culture that played a significant
part in shaping our country. The Confederacy itself began in this region,
making it truly part of the heartland of the antebellum South.
The locations of several revolutionary and civil war battles are spread
across the five counties of South Carolina now known as the Old 96 District:
Abbeville, Edgefield, Greenwood, Laurens and McCormick Counties.
Abbeville Opera House
Burt-Stark Mansion
Bowie Arts Center
Old Edgefield Pottery
National Wild Turkey Federation
The Museum
Park Seed Company
Emerald Farm
Ninety Six National Historic Site
James Dunklin House
Presbyterian College
The Keturah
John de la Howe School and Barn
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Built in 1908, performances by the Ziegfield "Follies" and vaudeville stars
such as Jimmy Durante and Fanny Brice entertained Abbevillians in this historic
building. Located on town square. For Information tickets, play dates call
(864)459-2157.
Built in the 1830's, this home was the site of the final meeting of the
Confederate War Council with President Jefferson Davis on May 2, 1865.
Located on North Main and Greenville Streets, Abbeville. Admission.
(864)459-4297.
On the Erskine College campus in Due West, the Bowie Arts Center contains
permanent collections of antique furniture, porcelain, cut glass and clocks
and musical instruments. The building houses a museum, gallery classroom and
space for traveling exhibits. Monday-Thursday 1-4:30pm, Saturday 2-4pm, first
Sunday in each month 2-4pm. (864)379-8867.
Watch resident potter as he revives the tradition of making Edgefield pottery.
Items are available for sale. Located at 230 Simpkins Street, Edgefield. Open
Tuesday-Saturday 10AM-6PM or by appointment. (803)637-2060.
A national non-profit organizatlon of sportsmen dedicated to helping restore
the wild turkey population and prevent their extinction. Located on Hwy. 25,
Edgefield. Open Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM. (803)637-3106.
Be transported back to the turn of the century with a nostalgic walk down a
city street. Return to the gaslight and horse and buggy days as you walk by
parlor kitchen, drug store, general store and a one-room schoolhouse. Located
at 106 Main Street, Greenwood. Tuesday-Friday 9AM-5PM, Saturday and Sunday
9PM-5PM Free admission. (864)229-7093.
Visit the largest mail-order seed company in the world and tour the beautiful
test gardens from Spring until Fall. Packages of seed, both vegetable and
flower are available for sale at the Gift Shop. Located on SC254, Greenwood.
Open for tours daily 9AM-5PM. (864)223-8555 or 1-800-845-3369.
A fully operational goatmilk farm which features a delightful gift shop where
goat's milk soaps and cheeses are available. Located off Last Cambridge
Avenue, east of Greenwood. Free admission. (864)223-9747.
Site of the first Southern land battle of the Revolutionary War. A Visitor
Center features exhibits and a videotape about the event. Located on SC248,
Ninety Six. Open daily 8AM-5PM. (864)543-4068.
Built ca. 1820, this classic example of South Carolina architecture now
serves as a museum filled with many fine antiques. Located at 544 West Main
Street, Laurens. Open by appointment. Free admission. (864)984-4735.
A 4-year, liberal arts school located in Clinton's historic district, this
beautiful campus offers diverse cultural opportunities including theater,
concerts and art exhibits. (864)833-2820.
A restored hotel which now serves as home to MACK (McCormick Arts Council at
the Keturah), it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Current exhibits on display. Also contains the Gallery Shop. Located on 115
South Main Street, McCormick. Monday-Friday 8:50AM-6PM, weekends by
appointment Free admission. (864)465-3216
A state-operated school for children on land donated by French Huguenot
immigrant, John de la Howe visitors are always welcome on campus.
Monday-Friday 8:30AM-5PM A stone barn serves as the Country Market, a
showcase of crafts and foods of the region's unique heritage. Saturday
9am-4pm. Located on SC81 eight miles northwest of McCormick.(864)391-2131.
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