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

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

Richburg

Midlands

Offers tourism information and promotes tourism in the seven counties that encompass the Olde English District. Read More

Richburg

Midlands

More Revolutionary War battles were fought in South Carolina than any other colony and many of them were in the seven counties (Chester, Chesterfield, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lancaster, Union and York) known as the Olde English District. The battles and the... 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

Great Falls

Midlands

Music and arts series combines a variety of musical talent with visual arts exhibits and downtown shopping in Great Falls historic district. Exhibits will include art created by students of Avant Garde Summer Camps as well as local, regional and... Read More