Edgefield

Midlands

Historic Oakley Park was built in 1835 by Daniel Byrd, a Virginian who came to Edgefield and became a very successful cotton planter. The beautiful mansion later was the home of Gen. Martin Witherspoon Gary, a fiery Confederate politician and father of... Read More

Edgefield

Midlands

The town of Edgefield had a larger part in South Carolina history than any other city or town in the state. Known as the home of 10 governors, because 10 of the states Governor's were born here, the most famous being Strom Thurmond, former governor and... Read More

Trenton

Midlands

An old-fashioned roadside stand with a homey feel. They offer strawberries, shelled beans, as well as bins of homegrown tomatoes, potatoes, and canned goods - but it's the peaches that keep the customers coming back. Open April through July. Read More

Johnston

Midlands

This traveling exhibit of the Smithsonian explores the connections between Americans and the foods they produce, prepare, preserve, and present at the table – a provocative and thoughtful look at the historical, regional, and social traditions that merge... Read More

Edgefield

Midlands

Thousands of rodeo lovers travel to Edgefield for the annual Sandy Oaks Rodeo. This family-friendly IPRA rodeo is held in August and attracts famous faces from the world of rodeo as well as local dignitaries. Riders compete in bareback bronc riding,... Read More

Edgefield

Midlands

The Palmetto Shooting Complex is a premier shooting destination in the Southeast. The facility houses two dedicated sporting clays courses, five trap and skeet fields, flurry, five-stand, shooting classes with certified instructors, 3D archery and a... Read More