Chester

Midlands

The present brick church, the third on this site, was completed in 1842 by David Lyle. The congregation was established in 1759 and is believed to be one of the oldest in the county. A granite marker states there were 62 men from the church who served in... Read More

Chester

Midlands

Built c. 1851, this church still has an intact slave gallery. Call the church or the Chester County library (803-377-8145) for detailed directions or for more information. The Chester County Cemetery survey needs your help in locating abandoned and... Read More

Blackstock

Midlands

Burrel Hemphill, a slave in the household of Robert Hemphill during the Civil War, was reportedly tortured to death by Union troops for refusing to disclose the location of the family's silverware and other valuables. A monument erected in his honor... Read More

Chester

Midlands

This site is considered one of the largest African-American cemeteries in Chester County. Please call the church or the Chester County library (803-377-8145) for detailed directions and more information. Read More

Chester

Midlands

Only African-American Spanish-American War Veteran's grave in the country. Please call the church for detailed directions and more information. Read More

Chester

Midlands

Chester's Historic District, placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972, features a number of eclectic architectural styles. The brochures for self-guided walking tour provide a history on the development of Chester, with interesting... Read More