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The Upcountry & Lake Hartwell Country
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The Upcountry & Lake Hartwell Country
Clemson
Mountains
Delight in the area's charm and many amenities at this Clemson Hotel, located near Clemson University, Lake Hartwell and the beautiful Lake Jocassee. You'll feel right at home in these well-appointed, spacious rooms, all offering cable or satellite... Read More
Clemson
Mountains
The Fort Hill, an antebellum plantation, was home of 19th century politician John C. Calhoun who served as Secretary War under James Monroe, the seventh Vice President under John Quincy Adams and Andrew Jackson, Secretary of State under John Tyler, and a... Read More
Clemson
Mountains
Come discover the Earth! See Clemson's oldest tiger, Smilodon, the ferocious saber-toothed cat that once roamed this state. Our Fluorescent Mineral Room houses one of the region's largest displays of fluorescent (glowing) minerals - the light show is... Read More
Liberty
Mountains
In the foothills of the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains in Pickens County is the town of Liberty. It is one of the many towns in South Carolina that emerged as a result of the railroad. Liberty is a quiet town situated near the Upstate’s many outdoor... Read More
Central
Mountains
Travel back to a simpler time and visit a small town in upstate South Carolina. Tour a small-town merchant’s house museum and stroll through the garden that features unique heritage roses, historic flowers and plants. Absorb the atmosphere of time past... Read More
Clemson
Mountains
The ARTS Center of Clemson is a nonprofit community arts center whose mission is to provide exceptional arts education and make art accessible and exciting to the community. We offer art classes and workshops as well as art exhibits in our gallery. The... Read More