Bennettsville

Midlands

Founded in 1819 and named for Thomas Bennett, a former governor of South Carolina, Bennettsville is the county seat of Marlboro County in the heart of the state's agricultural belt. Legend has it that the land is so rich, it once was sold by the pound... Read More

Bennettsville

Midlands

Lake Wallace is a 550-acre lake known for great fishing and maintained by the SC Department of Natural Resources. It is open 24 hours a day for fishing and public access is through several boat ramps and fishing piers. Adjacent to the lake is a diversion... Read More

Bennettsville

Midlands

Stop by the Visitor Center for help planning your visit to historic Bennettsville. Bennettsville’s affluent past and lifestyle are captured in the Victorian and Greek revival homes and public buildings. Go on a walking tour of the historic district and... Read More

Bennettsville

Midlands

This two-day festival of fun includes a street dance, car show, children's festival, music and food. Friday's events will be 3pm until. Read More

Bennettsville

Midlands

The Marlboro Civic Center is the stunning architectural restoration of the historic Opera House. Known in its early days as The Garden Theatre and The Playhouse, it was once Marlboro County's thriving cultural and entertainment center. A major stop for... Read More

Bennettsville

Midlands

Visit historic sites in downtown Bennettsville, many of the which are available for interior touring. Free brochures are available for self-guided tours. Guided tours for groups of 15 or more are available with advance notice. Historic gardens and... Read More