2023 Visitor Guide

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Thoroughbred Country South Carolina

WE’RE WAY MORE THAN HORSES

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T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S

F E A T U R E S About the R egion . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Points of I nterest . . . . . . . . . 6-11 Annual E vents . . . . . . . . . . 12-14 Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-21 Shopping. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-26 Accommodations . . . . . . . . 27-30 Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31-39 Historical Places . . . . . . . . 40-46 Meeting acilities . . . . . . . 47-49 Guided Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 General Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 ocal nformation . . . . . . . . . . 52 ransportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 What’s Close By . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-63 Discover South Carolina . . . . . 64

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WE ’ R E WA Y M O R E T H A N H O R SE S OUR HISTORY ...

xperience four beautiful counties in western South arolina where yesterday is preserved f or today. History f rom every American era is evident throughout this region nown as horoughbred ountry South arolina. earn about olonial imes through demonstrations in po ery frontier trading and blac smithing. ome explore ivil ar ba le sites and historic plantation homes. isit our small quaint towns where you will nd museums rich with history and festivals that display local culture. iscover churches of the past and stories of the harleston to amburg rail line.

OUR NATURE ...

hile history is abundant horoughbred ountry is also a place of natural beauty. Notice the Spanish moss gracing enormous live oa trees. a e in the local ora and fauna throughout the region. onder over the unusual elliptical phenomenon nown as a arolina ay. i e through an urban forest or let the elegance of a local garden carry you to another time. f you desire more active recreation paddle the disto River the longest free owing blac water river in the world. ool off with a drin from od’s Acre ealing Springs in lac ville whose waters are believed to have curative powers.

OUR SHOPPING ...

Shopper’s aradise would be an accurate description of this diverse region. ere you can shop for antiques and local cra s such as locally thrown po ery or Mennonite quilts. ind unique gi s and art galleries including that of the late Jim arrison a nationally nown artist.

OUR FOOD ...

Take a break f rom your adventures and enj oy our cuisine. E ncounter roadside stands co y caf s freshly ba ed Mennonite goods full scale dining and everything in between. Of course we still have your southern favorites such as grits barbeque collards and fried chic en.

AND REST ...

A er a full day of experiencing our history our nature our shopping and our food rest your head at a quaint bed and brea fast or historic hotel. Awa en the next day ref reshed and ready f or the next adventure.

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A IK E N C O U N T Y

Ai en ounty nown throughout the world for its equestrian training facilities is home to the Ai en raining rac . Since this facility has produced National hampions six entuc y erby winners three rea ness Sta es winners and nine elmont Sta es winners. alace Malice 3 elmont Sta es winner emonstrative clipse Award hampion Steeplechase orse leasant olony clipse Award hampion 3 ear Old Male and oncrete Rose Ai en rained orse of the ear are ust a few of the famous horses that have called Ai en ounty home.

Among the esteemed horses and live oa s Ai en ounty thrives on its rich history. he historic towns such as Ai en eech sland North Augusta and agener represent every time in history. rom plantation homes and historic churches to iconic drive ins and trendy diners Ai en ounty remembers it all. n oy nature through unique experiences and activities li e hi ing one of the largest urban forests in the nited States. itchcoc oods and the Silver luff Audubon enter are two places to visit for anyone who appreciates the beauty of preserved land. Other activities include hunting shing and gol ng along with a variety of family friendly adventures. iscover Ai en ounty your visit is sure to be a memorable one.

A LLEN D A LE CO U N TY

ormed from parts of arnwell and ampton counties in Allendale is the youngest county in South arolina. istoric churches and cemeteries are plentiful in this corner of the region. a e in the beauty as you ride miles of equestrian trails with your horse or experience a variety of unique hunting and motor sports options. ravelers to this part of the region in July have the special opportunity to see a Swallow tailed ite. eing one of the most elegant birds of the Americas you won’t want to miss the chance to see them. Allendale has a strong tradition in agriculture and produces co on watermelons peaches peanuts corn o ra and other crops. Ma e a stop at a roadside stand to en oy some of the fresh local produce. on’t forget to sample southern and good old fashioned home coo ing while you’re in town. isit S Sal ehatchie and view the Searching for our eginnings opper Site archaeological exhibit the only permanent collection of lovis and pre lovis artifacts. n oy your trip through Allendale ounty as you discover the southernmost part of our region.

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BA M BERG CO U N TY

he cool blac waters of the disto River provide the bac drop for amberg ounty’s history and charm. Join local residents for hunting shing or canoeing excursions. enture off the beaten path to enmar the city of antiques and uniques. isitors to the Jim arrison allery will nd that place ma ers whether that is the sun drenched coast or a lonely barn in a rural landscape. roo er’s rue alue and i s is the local stop to ma e if you are loo ing for ne china and hardware. Or wander through three oors of eclectic antiques at he aroline ollection. atch the Amtra at the enmar train station. his county has been visited by notables including eneral Sherman. On his march to olumbia Sherman’s Army was met at Rivers ridge by a small band of onfederate Soldiers who tried to stall his progress. a le of Rivers ridge State istoric Site shows the scars from that ba le with a preserved ba le eld including the original breastwor s. ith river trips ba le eld tours and original artwor unique atmosphere of amberg ounty.

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B A R N WE L L C O U N T Y

Southerners have long been nown to cherish tradition and local history as well as times of having fun. ol s in arnwell ounty are no exception. egends surround several a ractions here. he od’s Acre ealing Springs story dates bac to the 7 ’s when ndigenous Americans brought wounded Revolutionary ar soldiers here to rest.

Many natives of the area still claim the waters are a cure all. ontinue to arnwell where legend has it that the unique vertical sundial in front of the arnwell ounty ourthouse is the only free standing vertical sundial in the nited States. he wonderful climate and natural beauty of the area brought Mennonite se lers from western states. hey now share with visitors their cra s and great coo ing abilities along with insight into their religious practices. iverse cultures legendary sites and history weave the fabric of this county.

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UNDISCOVERED SOUTH CAROLINA i e tra e in t ro oro re Co ntr o ma n a o e for t e arts a sense of a ent re ea e it nat re an a ne a re iation for a t in s e ine. r re ion as so m to o er it s im ossi e to o on one tri . ere is a taste of t e n is o ere o t Caro ina.

D ay 1 - A great place to start would be at the A rts &

H eri tag e C en ter of N orth A ug us ta.

Located not f ar f rom I -20 and a j ump across the Savannah R iver, the Arts & Heritage Center offers an overview of the region’s history along with wor from local artists. Stop by the gi shop for tax free shopping on local wares. f you’d rather stretch your legs not far from the Arts & Heritage Center is an entrance to the G reen ew ay T rai l. Once an abandoned railroad right of way this paved trail entices wal ers and bi ers ali e to travel along the river by a bu er y garden or under a canopy of trees. hether you’re loo ing for ne or casual dining complete your day with dinner at one of the many delicious restaurants in North Augusta. hen it comes to a place to rest your head for the night horoughbred ountry offers a variety of accommodations. hoose from historic hotels comfortable bed and brea fasts your favorite hotel brand cabins campgrounds and hunting lodges.

D ay 2 - A er brea fast drive to arnwell to learn about South arolina ace Jugs and purchase a uniq ue souvenir at the i e e arn o er rt a er . on’t forget to stop on the way to chec the time at the erti a n ia on the ircle it is said to be the only free standing vertical sundial in the nited States. n oy a plate or hearty sandwich for lunch before observing 5 year old American artifacts from the o er ite exhibit at the library of C a e at ie in Allendale. Next head to hrhardt to wal alongside history on he a le eld nterpretive rail at a e of i ers ri e tate istori ite. ere you can watch a variety of birds visit memorial grounds of soldiers from several wars and see breastwor s that are more than 5 years old. Stop by amberg’s istoric ost O ce to view one of murals in South arolina commissioned by the reasury Section of ine Arts Co on t e or er . ainted in 3 this world wide map depicts regions of co on production along with ancient and modern trade routes. hen visit enmar our city of uniques for a glimpse of America through the eyes of the late artist Jim arrison or explore captivating antiques and more.

Spend the rest of your day discovering horoughbred ountry’s nightlife in downtown Ai en. atch a performing arts show traverse the galaxy at the ont anetari m or brave a haunted tour. here is always something going on so chec our calendar for events.

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rab brea fast to go and start i en s Cit i e r oret m T rai l beginning at olleton Avenue. Or hop on a charming Saturday morning trolley tour at the i en isitors Center an rain M us eum to learn about and view historic homes and churches, beautiful live oa s and have a guided tour of o e an s ar ens weather permi ng . hen visit the a anna i er ite se m to understand the importance of SRS and why it was built. A replica of a old ar fallout shelter and an exhibit on how SRS helped the .S. race to the moon are some of the permanent displays featured at the museum. efore heading home memoriali e your trip by sharing a photo with us #ThoroughbredCountrySC. 5

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P O I N T S O F I N T E R E ST A IK E N C O U N T Y

A i k en C en ter f or th e A rts

122 Laurens St SW, Aiken. 803.641.9094 The Center f eatures regular gallery exhibits by local state regional and national artists. A variety of artists’ wor s are available for sale year-round. The Center also hosts programs and events offers art education classes for all ages in a variety of mediums and has a 180seat perf ormance pavilion. ai k en cen terf orth earts . org

A i k en C oun ty F armers M ark et

115 Williamsburg St NE , Aiken. 803.293.2214 he oldest county farmers’ mar et in continuous service in the same location in S. . resh produce honey and handmade cra s.

Open year-round Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. v i s i tai k en s c. com

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A i k en C oun ty H i s tori cal M us eum

33 Newberry St S Ai en. 3. . 5 he museum is housed in one of tow Ai en’s Historic Winter Colony mansions open to the public. hree oors of exhibits tell the history of Aiken County f rom past to present.

Admission is free donations are accepted. losed Mondays and national holidays. st oor A A accessible. ai k en coun tymus eum. org

A i k en C oun ty V eteran s M emori al P ark

1435 R ichland Ave E , Aiken. 803.642.7559 The park f eatures a large, black granite monument which is engraved with the names of Ai en ounty veterans who perished in the line of duty. he monument is an ed by seven ag poles. ai k en coun typrt. com

35 upree l Ai en. 3. .7 3 Located in Hopelands Gardens. Aiken trained horses who have gone on to become national champions are enshrined in the Hall of Fame. rophies and photographs from America’s best nown equestrian riders polo players and steeplechase riders on display. Admission is f ree. ai enra in a o ame. om

A i k en V i s i tors C en ter an d T rai n M us eum

ar Ave S Ai en. 3. 3.7 he isitors enter and rive A rain exhibit are located on the rst oor of the rebuilt Ai en Railroad epot. he rain Museum located on the second oor depicts nine of the towns along the original South arolina anal and Railroad ompany right of way and includes several interactive exhibits. Admission is f ree. v i s i tai k en s c. com

A men tum C en ter f or th e P erf ormi n g A rts

Newberry St S Ai en. 3. . 3 This state-of -the-art theater is home to the Aiken Community Theatre ( ACT) and the Ai en erforming Arts roup A A . he theater seats approximately 3 . A offers a f ull season of comedy, drama and musical plays. A A presents national and international professional shows throughout the year. ai k en commun i tyth eatre. org | apag on li n e. org

A rts an d H eri tag e C en ter of N orth A ug us ta

100 Georgia Ave, North Augusta.

803.441.4380 he enter is dedicated to the exhibition of regional arts and history with a 3 sq permanent interactive history exhibit and two rotating galleries of exhibits. he enter’s i Shop showcases local cra s ranging from po ery and paintings to coffee and chocolate. arts an d h eri tag ecen ter. com

B eech I s lan d H i s tori cal Soci ety C en ter

Old Jac son wy eech sland.

803.867.3600 he visitors center tells the story of eech sland one of the oldest se lements in South arolina dating bac to 5 as Savannah own. he history room includes ndigenous American, Colonial, agricultural and river transportation displays. he eech sland Agricultural Museum is housed in a restored barn behind the visitor center. Open by appointment. beech i s lan d h i s tori cals oci ety. com

C en ter f or A f ri can A meri can H i s tory, A rt & C ulture

120 York St NE , Aiken. 803.502.4858 ocated in the former mmanuel School built in 1889. The center hosts lecture series, art shows traveling exhibits and special events to celebrate, educate and preserve Af rican American history, art & culture. Listed on the National Register of istoric roperties. Open to the public. Tours available; appointment needed for groups. A A accessible. caah ac. org

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A i k en T h oroug h bred R aci n g H all of F ame an d M us eum

D uP on t P lan etari um

427 Scholar Loop, Aiken. 803.641.3313 Located on the U niversity of South Carolina Ai en campus. quipped with state of the art special effects systems. arious shows are available throughout the year. Reservations recommended. us ca. ed u/ rps ec

E ud ora Wi ld li f e Saf ari P ark

219 Salem Ln, Salley. 803.564.5358 rive or wal through the home of around exotic animals. he 3 mile drive thru safari par is an experience that builds memories to last a lifetime. he wal thru safari allows guests to engage with parrots lemurs angaroos and more. eud oraf arms . n et

G ran i tev i lle an d V auclus e H i s tori c D i s tri ct

heses textile mills and villages are some of the earliest in the state. oth mills were under the direction of illiam regg who is considered a father of textile industry in the South. Many buildings were constructed of blue granite which gave the town of raniteville its name.

Several examples of the lue Row omes can still be seen. oth districts are listed on the National Register of istoric laces.

G reg H umph ri es R are B ook L i brary

ar St N agener. 3.5 .5 ocated at hrist entral nstitute. he library contains 3 rare boo s and artifacts from the Reformation period mostly religious in nature. Open by appointment only. Must be able to climb stairs. g od s h i s tory. com

H i s tori c N orth A ug us ta

5 roo side Ave North Augusta. rochure available at the North Augusta Chamber of Commerce ( 803.279.2323) .

Chartered in 1906, North Augusta includes the sites of two early towns ampbelltown a pre revolutionary trading post and amburg a terminus of the early S.C. R ailroad. Several properties are listed on the National Register of istoric laces.

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H i tch cock Wood s

Surrounded by greater Aiken. 803.642.0528 Hitchcock Woods is 2,100 acres of natural forest. housands of equestrians hi ers and nature enthusiasts visit the Woods to enj oy 70 miles of trails. Open 365 days a year f rom dawn to dus . Motori ed vehicles and bicycles are not permi ed. here are seven entrances on the perimeter of the oods. ateway ar is located at the South oundary entrance.

Admission is f ree. Scheduled annual events include Ai en orse Show arth ay estival of the oods and lessing of the ounds. h i tch cock w ood s . org

H opelan d s G ard en s

35 upree l Ai en. 3. .7 5 This 14-acre park is the f ormer estate of Mr. and Mrs. . Oliver selin. eatures a wetlands area an arboretum trail with call in phone tour a labyrinth and a perf orming arts stage. E vents include Story Time in the Gardens, concert series and Christmas in Hopelands. Open year round f rom 10am to sunset. Admission is f ree. v i s i tai k en s c. com

H ors e C reek / M i d lan d V alley V eteran s P ark

S ath Veterans f rom throughout the Midland Valley area are honored at this park. The Circle of Honor, located in the middle of the park, contains the names of approximately 900 veterans from orld ar to the present.

L an g ley P on d P ark

3 angley am Rd angley. 3. .755 Visitors can enj oy the loop trail on horseback or f oot and a championship level disc golf course. Amenities include picnic shelter grilling station inclusive playground hammoc par and more. angley ond ar is home to several events and water activities throughout the year. lan g leypon d park . com

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L i v i n g H i s tory P ark

299 W Spring Grove Ave, North Augusta.

803.279.7560 his 7.5 acre par was created to represent and interpret everyday lif e in Colonial America.

Features include natural springs, gardens, various structures and Sensory arden which is one of few accessible gardens for the sight impaired in S . he ar hosts historical demonstrations and community events.

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5 olumbia wy N Mone a.

803.685.7949 One of only three operating drive in movie theaters in South Carolina. Originally opened in 5 and later closed the theater was revived in . hree screens all with double features. New movies as well as old favorites. Seasonal. Open wee ends.

Cash only. th ebi g mo. com

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Redcliffe Rd eech sland. 3. 7. 73 he extant slave quarters ree Revival mansion and 369-acre landscape highlight Redcliffe’s rich and varied history. S overnor J ammond and four generations of his family as well as numerous enslaved families and their descendants lived at Redcliffe. oday the par provides a se ng for exploring the plantation system and the experiences and impact of the people who lived and wor ed there. isted on the National Register of istoric laces. rounds open daily. ours available. all the par for times prices and program information. s outh caroli n apark s . com

Salley H i s tori c D i s tri ct

ounded by ine erguson oplar Aldrich Streets, Salley he town of Salley went through three ma or growth periods. A period of increased railroad development led to an increase in residential and commercial buildings from until 5. isted on the National Register of istoric laces.

224 Laurens St SW, Aiken. 803.648.1437 uring the old ar the Savannah River Site formally the Savannah River lant operated as a nuclear materials production facility producing tritium and plutonium for the hydrogen bomb. xplore the fascinating origins and ongoing missions of the site at the SRS Museum where science meets history in a blend of interactive exhibits. Admission is free.

For a public tour of SR S, contact 803.952.8994. s rs h eri tag emus eum. org

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5 Silver luff Rd Jac son. 3. 7 .

Silver luff is a 3 acre wildlife sanctuary owned by the National Audubon Society. abitat and wildlife diversity ma e Silver luff a favorite destination for birding wild ower viewing photography or a simple quiet wal . isitors en oy the miles of wal ing trails winding through the property. Open during daylight hours. No fee donations accepted. ets prohibited. s c. aud ubon . org

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A L L E N D A L E C O U N T Y

A llen d ale C oun ty C ourth ous e

ourthouse Sq Allendale One of the most a ractive courthouses in South arolina. he building was gu ed by re in . Renovation in preserved the original shell of the building while providing the county with a modern facility.

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Sav an n ah R i v er Si te M us eum

A llen d ale F armers M ark et

57 Allendale airfax wy Allendale.

803.584.4556 resh produce plants dairy and more. icnic tables and a playground are available on the grounds.. Special events are scheduled throughout the year. Open seasonally.

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urtons erry wy Allendale.

803.584.2191 ee in the storefront window to see a re creation of an old ice cream parlor and barber shop. The drug store occupied this spot f rom 1915 to 1995. Tours by appointment only.

187 R ailroad Ave, North Augusta.

803.349.9467 E ntertainment venue. Home of the Augusta reenJac ets a Minor eague Single A A liate of the Atlanta raves. ids one concerts and other events throughout the year. R ental space available. th es rppark . com

T h e E th erred g e C en ter

340 Scholar Loop, Aiken. 803.641.3305 Located on the U niversity of South Carolina Ai en campus. resents international and national performances on their main stage 7 seat proscenium theatre with a regularly updated art gallery and seat O’ onnell experimental theatre available. s a.e et erre e enter

Wad e H ampton V eteran s P ark

226 Georgia Ave, North Augusta.

803.441.4300 n memory of ivil ar eneral ade Hampton, the park has monuments dedicated to the veterans of every war our country has participated in since the Revolution. he layout of the park is in honor of the stars and stripes of the American ag. n orth aug us tas c. g ov

Sav an n ah R i v er

Western border of Allendale County Originally named the Westobou R iver f or the esto ndians a warli e tribe who lived in a village on the river the river was later renamed for the Savannah Native Americans.

T h e C aroli n a T h eatre

425 Main St N, Allendale. 803.584.3446 his renovated ’s Art eco theatre is a hidden gem. Step back into the past as you wal through custom etched glass doors and ta e in all the a ention to detail. rom Art eco sconces and xtures to the arolina carpet made special f or the theatre and themed artwor by S students. Open for special events.

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5 James randt lvd Allendale.

803.812.7353 S Sal ehatchie’s library houses Searching for our eginnings the only permanent collection of lovis and pre lovis artifacts f rom the Topper archaeological site. The exhibit also includes photographs f rom the dig sites and informational panels.

5 roxton ridge Rd hrhardt.

803.267.3882 Offering trail riding hunting shing and sporting clays. Onsite ivil ar ba leground with breastwor s intact. ours by appointment with fee. brox ton bri d g e. com

V i rg i n i a D uran t Y oun g H ous e

pleasure. ou can choose from an old time ve and dime store an antique store in a building with a history of its own an art gallery a Mennonite ba ery or a hardware store that sells everything from lumber to ne china.

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aruch St enmar . 3.7 3.373 i s o his old train station building is now an Amtra 3 ufords ridge wy lmer. stop allowing travelers to arrive and depart.

803.259.9252 ontact ity all for more information. osts multiple family friendly mud racing amtrak . com events throughout the year. Admission is D ow n tow n D en mark charged. No glass containers or pets allowed.

803.793.3734 t i sm o . om enmar has several stops for your shopping 5 3 Allendale airfax wy airfax.

Home of notable author and j ournalist. The home served as the o ce of Mrs. oung’s newspaper the airfax nterprise. isted on the National Register of istoric laces and is now home to the airfax own ibrary. A small collection of family artifacts are available to view. allen d alecoun ty. com

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803.300.1972 loat down the South or of the blac water E disto R iver f rom any of three launches f ound in amberg ounty. rips held throughout the year. all for dates and locations.

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55 eritage wy amberg. ocated in the amberg ost O ce. One of in South arolina as a part of the New eal Art rogram. he ost O ce is listed on the National Register of istoric laces.

B amberg H i s tori c D i s tri ct

Railroad Ave and side streets amberg. ying along both sides of what was once the Southern Railway this residential neighborhood was home to several locally important citi ens. uilt between 75 3 . A wal ing tour brochure is available for purchase from amberg ounty hamber of ommerce.

Contact f or hours. ( 803.245.4427)

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3 5 State ar Rd hrhardt. 3. 3. 3 The historic site includes the Civil War ba le eld an award winning interpretive trail memorial grounds and community building. he still intact earthen forti cations are the centerpiece of this important ba le eld landscape. isted on the National Register of istoric laces. rounds open daily s outh caroli n apark s . com Thoroughbred Country Visitor Guide | 10

V eteran s M emori al T rai l & P ark

Runs parallel to S 7 amberg A bloc long trail signifying amberg ounty’s strong ties to all branches of the nited States Armed orces. eterans Memorial ar is located at the intersection of S 7 and 3 .

V oorh ees C olleg e H i s tori cal M us eum

orter r enmar . 3.7 . 3 he museum chronicles oorhees niversity’s history and student lif e. The museum is located on the nd oor of the right o s ibrary.

Open to the public during Library hours. v oorh ees . ed u

B arn w ell C oun ty C ourth ous e & Sun d i al

Main St arnwell. he original courthouse built in oiling Springs in 7 was succeeded by several buildings on the present site. he unique vertical sundial in front of the courthouse was given to the town in 5 by Joseph . Allen a S State Senator.

Legend has it that this is the only f ree-standing vertical sundial in the S and that it eeps within two minutes of standard time despite being erected prior to the establishment of standard time in 3.

The courthouse and sundial are located on he ircle arnwell’s downtown district. n oy a town par surrounded by a variety of boutiques restaurants and cafes all within wal ing distance of this iconic landmar .

B arn w ell C oun ty M us eum

7 agood Ave arnwell. 3. 5 . iscover arnwell and the South’s heritage through exhibits and guided tours. Features a focus gallery that changes every quarter.

Admission is f ree. bcv m. org

B arn w ell F armers M ark et

7 unbarton lvd arnwell. 3. . 3 ocated at uller ar . Open seasonally. ruits vegetables ba ed goods artisans cra ers f amily f un and scheduled events. barn w ellf armers mark et. org

B lack v i lle H eri tag e M us eum

55 Main St lac ville. 3. . 5 5 xhibits include artifacts and information about the early days of the town and general area. Open by appointment. bcv m. org

C i rcle T h eatre

3 5 Academy St arnwell. 3. 5 .7 ompleted in the building was originally home to the arnwell resbyterian hurch. he building was used as a courthouse a er ederal troops set re to the county courthouse in 1865. The building is currently home to the Circle Theatre. The 65-seat theatre presents several perf ormances during the year. barn w ellct. w eebly. com

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Off of S 3 N loo for signs three miles north of lac ville. ndigenous Americans believed in the springs’ natural healing powers and brought wounded Revolutionary ar soldiers here to rest. ocals still believe in the springs’ powers and drin its waters. n the acre of land it is on was legally deeded to O by . . ute olyston. Open during daylight hours. to no a i e. om

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B A R N WE L L C O U N T Y

3 Jones ridge Rd lac ville. 3. .

Join ill for a guided stroll through her beautiful garden. ome see herbs owers birds bu er ies. icnic lunches and tea parties available upon request. Open by appointment f or groups only. Admission charged.

M en n on i te C ommun i ty

803.284.3267 A group of Mennonite families se led here f rom other parts of the country. Their religion, similar to the Amish, makes them a close community. Their school, church and many of their farms are located close to od’s Acre ealing Springs. ontact lac ville istorical Society for more information.

T h e D epot L i brary

Solomon la Ave lac ville.

803.284.2295 The train depot, constructed in the early 1900s, is located in the former courthouse square. he epot is now home to the lac ville Library. a e i .or

V eteran s M emori al P ark

State Rd S 3 arnwell. ric memorial pavers in honor of veterans line the perimeter of the par and the wal way f rom the Huey U H-1H helicopter to the monument and agpole area. he wal ing and running track on the perimeter of the park is used by locals and visitors.

Wi lli s ton M us eum

5 Spring eld Rd illiston. 3. .7 5 Housed in a 1900s f ormer schoolhouse, the museum contains memorabilia and photographs of Williston lif estyles and businesses. he area was home to several notable celebrities showcased at the museum.

Open by appointment. bcv m. org

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For more on the f ollowing annual events, visit: T B red C oun try. org

A N N U A L EV EN TS F ebruary

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nti e o the rst wee end ebruary at Ai en enter for the Arts.

3. . . his show offers a unique opportunity to view and purchase ne antique f urnishings represented by more than 20 speciali ed dealers from across the nation. ai en enterfort earts.or in

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emoria mination held at a le of Rivers ridge State istoric Site. 3. 3. 3 o honor the sacri ces of those who fought in the a le of Rivers ridge a commemorative program is held along with a luminary display in ebruary the anniversary of the ba le. so t aro ina ar s. om

ar J oye i n A i k en a special wee long festival held in Ai en with numerous free or low cost perf ormances around town that are open to the public. or 5 years this festival has brought world class actors dancers and musicians into our neighborhoods to bring the excitement of learning and the pleasure of artistic discovery to our students. j oyei n ai k en . com

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ran ri entin Ai en’s rst venting Showcase. he showcase format allows the e a me o mate r 3. . 5 . general public to be right next to the galloping orldwide collegiate players compete at the lanes and experience the thrilling sport of historic alme o olf lub in Ai en annually venting. ai en orse ar .or since 7 . a me oamate r.net rin er est at i e e arn held a o ai e ite tin held in Allendale. the third Saturday in March.

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Sponsored by the i le Red arn and the irders non birders photographers and naturalists will have the opportunity to witness arnwell ounty erb lub. this ama ing aerial display. o ens of Swallow i en ri e Cro n three successive tailed K ites, one of the most elegant birds of the wee ends in March April. he rst event is the Americas forage on insects in a long standing rials where horoughbreds compete in at hot spot in rural Allendale ounty. racing. ai k en trai n i n g track . com i e ea am held at the Riverview ar The second is the Steeplechase with horses Activities enter North Augusta. 3. . 3 umping barriers. ai enstee e ase. om he third event is acers olo. roceeds aid his hampionship event is the culmination of national tournaments with the top quali ers local charities. vying for the each Jam title. he very best s a.e e ents a ers an o o and 7 year old bas etball players participate.

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e tem er i en s a in in the par ways of downtown Ai en during the second full wee end in September. 3. . . An annual display of uried art from the southeastern states. he festival includes arts and cra s food vendors and entertainment. ai ensma in.net esti a of t e

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3. . 5 . o celebrate the wide range of pedestrian uses and stewardship of the itchcoc oods. eatures a tic eted dinner with a guest spea er. it o oo s.or o o e s at o on ar held in September or early October. his course and event tailors to the amateur level players. ome out and a end a scenic course for every level of player guaranteed to bring out the id in all. a rena ine ea ens orts. om

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han sgiving at the Salley ivic enter and airgrounds. 3. 5 .3 5. isitors are drawn to this small community to celebrate this unusual f ood item that has been a southern tradition for over years. Activities also include a parade hog calling contests vendors beauty pageant carnival rides and a car show. it instr t. om

e em er i t of i ts come downtown to experience luminaries lining the streets of downtown Ai en as shops stay open late and offer holiday treats drin s and music for a festive evening out. his is a free event. ai en a. s horoughbred ountry isitor uide

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3. .7 3 . al along lighted pathways with holiday displays through opelands ardens. hristmas concerts perf ormed by local choirs provide entertainment from the garden’s stage. istoric buildings in the gardens are decorated and open for touring each night. ot chocolate apple cider and holiday coo ies are served nightly.

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336 Georgia Ave Ste 103, North Augusta.

803.341.9720 1647 R ichland Ave W, Aiken. 803.649.7601 Serves authentic talian entrees pi a and Acropolis is dedicated to honoring the Greek sandwiches in a casual f amily atmosphere. and I talian f ood culture of f reshness, q uality Lunch and dinner. and customer experience. Dinner. Catering antoniosita ianeater . or ress. om available. i a i a oi

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1376 Whiskey R d, Aiken. 803.226.0260 Family-owned seaf ood restaurant and oyster bar speciali ing in fresh domestic seafood.

Lunch and dinner. Catering available. ai en s o se. om

7 Silver luff Rd Ai en. 3. . 7 he rst A N Neapolitan i eria certi ed through Naples I taly in SC. Lunch and dinner. a i a ina o i. om

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808 Belvedere Clearwater R d, North Augusta.

803.380.1578 122 Coach Light Way, Aiken. 803.226.0556 Locally owned restaurant serving f reshly Authentic Asian uisine from fresh hand prepared burgers and Louisiana style dishes. trimmed ingredients. Vegetarian and gluten-f ree Live music on weekends. Lunch and dinner. available. Lunch and dinner. Catering available. ans asian afe. om

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10298 Atomic R d, North Augusta. 803.278.7202 Family-owned and operated restaurant specializing in southern BBQ . Lunch and dinner.

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103 E dgewood Dr, North Augusta. 803.279.4418 Casual atmosphere pizza parlor. Lunch and dinner.

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336 Georgia Ave, Ste 107, North Augusta.

803.613.6240 Martintown Rd North Augusta.

803.279.6999 rowse delicious coffee options with house All you can eat country buffet. unch and inner. made syrups or the rotating selection of wines and regional beers. a s o ee. om e Co ar Caterin 113 Waterloo St, Aiken. 803.679.0115 Take-out market with a variety of f reshly prepared meals to t most dietary restrictions and tastes. Catering available. e o ar . om

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212 Aiken R d, Graniteville. 803.663.3971 Short order restaurant. Lunch and dinner.

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208 R ichland Ave W, Aiken. 803.649.7362 E nj oy a game of pool and f reshly made burgers, sandwiches and dinner specials. Lunch and dinner. it i iar sofai en. om

Crossroa s Caf

1738 Sand Bar Ferry R d, Beech I sland.

803.827.1429 ome coo ing. rea fast and lunch.

7 Jefferson avis wy arrenville.

D uk es B ar- B - Q ue 803.593.5900 ic ory smo ed Southern style buffet. 4248 Whiskey R d, Aiken. 803.649.7675 Locally owned and operated BBQ chain.

Lunch and dinner. Catering available. eatures an all you can eat buffet. All o s . om is smoked with hickory wood.

Lunch and dinner.

B ri n k ley' s C h op H ous e es ai en. om 1031 Center St, North Augusta. 803.599.5097 Re ned chop house located at SR ar erran o s ta ian i eria f eaturing premium steaks, chops & seaf ood. 152 S Aiken Ln, Aiken. 803.644.8881 Dinner. rin e s o o se. om 555 R ichland Ave, Aiken. 803.642.8484 Freshly made pizza. Lunch and dinner.

B us h ’ s F i s h & C h i ps

409 Main St, Graniteville. 803.663.1073 ani an s e Cream Country cooking and seaf ood. Lunch and dinner. 221 Barnwell Ave, Aiken. 803.262.5500 A family friendly ice cream parlor. aily avors.

C aroli n a B ar- B - Q ue Open year round a ernoon to evening.

109 S Main St, New E llenton. 803.652.2919 E st.1960 serving pit-cooked BBQ . Lunch and dinner.

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1060 Sand Bar Ferry R d, Beech I sland 803.827.1623 C as a B ella I tali an R es tauran t Original f amily recipes of pit-cooked BBQ . Lunch hester eld St S Ai en. 3. .3 7 Old world Northern talian cuisine offered in a and dinner.

Victorian mansion with a homey interior. Dinner. ar s 410 Georgia Ave, North Augusta. 803.278.1314 The original in a locally owned old f ashioned burger chain. Breakf ast, lunch and dinner.

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337 ayne Ave S Ai en. 3. .

Take-out market and sandwich shop. Lunch.

Catering available.

C s eafoo

3189 Whiskey R d, Aiken. 803.648.6303 reshest and affordable seafood possible.

Their uniq ue create-your-own low country boil is a local f avorite. Lunch and dinner. Catering available.

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771 Main St N, New E llenton. 803.998.5060 Locally owned and operated restaurant known f or their wings and specialty pizzas. Lunch and dinner.

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5 ine og Rd Ai en. 3. . 7 Locally owned and operated sub shop. Lunch and dinner. st iesresta rant. om

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505 R ailroad Ave Ste # 100, North Augusta.

803.380.1323 Serves a twist on time honored rench dishes made with organic produce. Breakf ast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. man e s rea afe. om

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2060 Augusta R d, Gloverville. 803.593.4744 Local short order restaurant. Breakf ast, lunch and dinner.

33 hester eld St S Ai en. 3. . eon i Nestled behind the historic Willcox hotel, you' ll S ar Ave Ai en. 3. . nd a charming li le rench café covered in vines serving pastries coffee macaroons and Neon ig creates fun imaginative and rench classics. Open morning to a ernoon. handcra ed dishes. ome to nd a new twist on your f avorite. neon . om a arisienne afe. om

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116 Laurens St SW, Aiken. 803.643.7088 Serves creative comfort food made with fresh honest ingredients f rom around the southeast.

Breakf ast and lunch. ne moon o nto n. om

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555 Jefferson avis wy arrenville.

803.392.7052 offee shop conveniently located by angley ond selling specialty coffee tea and seasonal f avorites. Treat yourself to their house-made beignets f or an extra special treat. Morning a ernoon. rin no a o ee. om

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447 Steed St, Jackson. 803.393.1211 103 Williamsburg St SE , Aiken. 803.648.0402 Family owned and operated restaurant chain Down home southern cooking and all the diner serving burgers and chicken. Lunch and dinner. f ood you can think of . Breakf ast and lunch.

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Saturday night. Outdoor seating available for a s pets. Lunch and dinner. ar a eo ster ar. om 159 Laurens St NW, Aiken. 803.226.0841 Jersey style cheesestea s and handcra ed P at’ s Sub Sh op ine og Rd Ai en. 3. . 5 3 sandwiches with specialty sides and desserts. 7 Locally-owned and operated sub shop. Lunch Lunch. ma sinai en. om and dinner.

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120 Laurens St SW, Aiken. 803.643.3086 Gourmet blackboard menu made with the nest freshest and most ethically produced ingredients. Lunch and dinner. ma iasresta rant. om

P i n k D i pper

501 Georgia Ave, North Augusta. 803.279.4100 Old-f ashioned ice cream parlor serving premium hand-dipped ice cream f or more than f orty years. Open year-round, midday to evening. in i er. om

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125 R ichland Ave W, Aiken. 803.648.9074 Local restaurant & bar chain serving brickoven pizzas, calzones & sandwiches in a casual space. Lunch and dinner. t e i a oint.net

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618 West Ave, North Augusta. 803.279.4004 Locally owned and operated since 1964. R etro drive in serving burgers oats and wee ly specials. Lunch and dinner. Catering available. sno a ri ein. om

225 Barnwell Ave NW, Aiken.

Serving a variety of sweet and savory crepes, bagels, smoothies, salads and daily specials.

Breakf ast and lunch. o o ro n s afe. om

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316 R ichland Ave NW, Aiken. 803.642.4488 Authentic big city stea house offering the nest in aged stea s whole lobsters and fresh seafood. Reservations recommended. inner.

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1049 Center St, North Augusta. 803.349.8376 Taq ueria located in R iverside Village next to SR ar . Several tables have great views of the baseball eld. unch and dinner.

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116 Coach Light Way SW, Aiken. 803.643.7828 Authentic Neopolitan cuisine made fresh in a f amily-f riendly, casual environment. Dinner.

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136 Lee St N, Wagener. 803.564.5012 ocal pi a parlor chain offering subs and talian f avorites. Lunch and dinner. r sse s i as . om

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1060 Center St, North Augusta. 803.349.8401 raditional southern fare made with locally sourced ingredients with a modern twist. ocated in the rowne la a hotel. rea fast lunch and dinner.

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434 Georgia Ave, North Augusta. 803.646.0668 A pastry shop serving handcra ed doughnuts signature cinnamon rolls and specialty coffee.

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448 Fabian Dr, Aiken. 803.226.9024 Serving a uniq ue spin on all natural smoothies, j uices and f ruit bowls.

Ston e R oas tery

502 Belvedere Clearwater R d, North Augusta.

803.510.4129 Local roastery that only roasts in small batches, ensuring that the avor and aroma is perfect in every sip. n oy a variety of coffee avors in store or purchase f reshly roasted beans to enj oy at home. stoneroaster . om

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1009 Center St, North Augusta. 803.349.9306 Where classic southern BBQ meets f riendly neighborhood cantina with a blend of musical in uence. unch and dinner. atering available. so t o n smo e o se. om

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estival rail Rd agener. 3.5 . 5 A q uaint diner and grill serving f reshly made to order burgers, sandwiches, wings and more.

Lunch and dinner.

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Martintown Rd North Augusta.

803.202.9898 Serves generous-sized omelets and malted elgian wa es to handmade burgers and loaded R eubens. Breakf ast and lunch.

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231 The Alley, Aiken. 803.226.0909 ocal hangout for sports fanatics serving a rotating bar and grill menu. hey host a variety of weekly music events. Lunch and dinner.

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1552 Whiskey R d, Aiken. 803.226.0601 Authentic hai a la carte restaurant that serves delicious and f resh dishes. Lunch and dinner. t aina ins . i site. om Thoroughbred Country Visitor Guide | 18

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89 Crystal Lake Dr, North Augusta. 803.599.5149 hef owned restaurant offering small plates made with locally sourced ingredients, a f ull bar with custom cocktails and daily specials. Dinner and Sunday brunch. ar er. om

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1619 Whiskey R d, Aiken. 803.649.5500 Vegetarian and vegan restaurant serving creative vegetarian food smoothies organic j uices and bulk herbs.

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214 The Alley, Aiken. 803.226.0344 orty eight taps with a variety of cra beer.

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123 B Laurens St NW, Aiken. 803.649.1068 n oy a variety of offerings including made from scratch biscuits, gourmet burgers, sandwiches and daily specials. Breakf ast and lunch. Catering available. ats oo in o nto n. om

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227 The Alley SW, Aiken. 803.226.0579 With a specials menu prepared daily, there is always something new to try. E ach day the Chef s try to include vegetarian, vegan and gluten f ree options. unch and dinner. is e a e . om

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10298 Atomic R d, North Augusta. 803.474.5970 3 ampton Ave airfax. ocal fresh and appeti ing American classics. eli at AJ’s Services Station. rea fast and Also sells kitchen staples such as local honey, lunch. maple syrup and dill pickles. Lunch.

C ina et t e r e sra. om 399 S Main St, Allendale. 803.584.5718 e esta rant at e i o Chinese restaurant. Dine-in or take out. Lunch 100 Colleton Ave SW, Aiken. 803.679.5050 and dinner.

Located within The Willcox hotel, this cozy C oi e C t eats an eafoo gastro pub serves American f ood with 5 Augusta wy Allendale. 3.5 .77 international in uences. rea fast lunch and Country cooking. Lunch. dinner. t e i o . om

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2024 N Main St, Allendale. 803.584.3203 110 Coach Light Way SW, Aiken. 803.640.0247 An upscale counter service caf é serving specialty Locally owned and operated Mexican coffee ba ed goods sandwiches salad beer restaurant. Lunch and dinner. wine and in house made authentic gelato.

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V ari ety R es tauran t

921 York St, Aiken. 803.648.6987 Serves f resh seaf ood, steak and more. Lunch and dinner.

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337 Main St N, Allendale. 803.584.1616 Serving pizza and wings. Lunch and dinner.

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414 Main St S, Allendale. 803.812.0010 This locally owned take-out restaurant’s menu varies f rom real creole gumbo, burgers, seaf ood and talian subs with inspiration from their I ndigenous American cultural roots. Take-out lunch and dinner. Catering available. re ro s inin . om

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3 Main wy amberg. 3. 5. 573 Family owned and operated restaurant chain serving burgers and chicken. Lunch and dinner.

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33 Main wy amberg. 3. 5.335 ountry buffet. rea fast and lunch.

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agood St enmar . 3.7 . 7 Soul f ood, BBQ , seaf ood and more. Lunch and dinner. Catering available.

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Mennonite bakery f eaturing donuts, pies, cakes and other baked goods. Open morning to lunch.

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5 eritage wy amberg. 3. 5. resh to order authentic ree cuisine and pizza. Lunch and dinner. Take out only.

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476 R eynolds R d, Barnwell. 803.259.9139 7 3 eritage wy amberg. 3. 5. 7 American restaurant established in 1963. Lunch Seaf ood restaurant specializing in scallops, f rog and dinner. legs, oysters and crab. Lunch and dinner.

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Caribbean cuisine. Lunch and dinner.

803.676.0034 ress Small q uaint country diner. Breakf ast and lunch. C ina 10690 Dunbarton Blvd. Barnwell. 803.259.9428 es of am er Chinese restaurant. Lunch and dinner.

7 Main wy amberg. 3. 5. oar Locally owned and operated BBQ chain. Lunch Co ntr C 9724 Marlboro Ave, Barnwell. 803.541.7000 and dinner.

Authentic ennsylvania style deli bul food and bakery. Meat and cheese f rom Ohio’s Amish Country. Deli opens f or lunch.

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245 Main St, Barnwell. 803.961.9936 Cozy caf e located in the heart of Barnwell serving specialty coffee brea fast and lunch.

10132 E llenton St, Barnwell. 803.259.5071 Lakeside f amily f riendly American and seaf ood restaurant with separate bar and lounge. Dinner.

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8988 Marlboro Ave, Barnwell. 803.259.1833 Family owned and operated restaurant chain serving burgers and chicken. Lunch and dinner.

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212 Main St, Barnwell. 803.671.0008 Caf é serving daily specials and desserts. Lunch.

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368 E lko St, Williston. 803.300.8770 Soul f ood take-out restaurant. Lunch and dinner.

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12935 Main St, Williston. 803.266.3356 Local pharmacy and ice cream parlor. Featuring hand dipped ice cream sha es and oats.

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141 Laurens St SW, Aiken. 803.648.7592 A full service gi store offering a wide range of gi s for every occasion. n addition they offer custom printing on stationery and invitations.

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146 Laurens St NW, Aiken. 803.761.0768 hether you are loo ing for an everyday bo le want to try something a bit different or are celebrating a special occasion or and ap has the nowledge and selection to get you ust what you need. s o or an a . om

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121 Laurens St SW, Aiken. 803.522.5884 ocally owned affordable boutique offering a unique selection of stylish ewelry and trendy clothes for the everyday fashionista. ron ate specializes in 100% soy, all-natural candles made in Ai en wax melts handmade soaps lotions. e on i o ai en.s o i ron ate an es. om

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131 Laurens St SW, Aiken. 803.644.5606 Women’s clothing store and a great place to nd today’s styles. i er a er sells children’s clothing toys and gi s. Monogramming service available.

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127 Laurens St SW, Aiken. 914.434.1435 arefully curating for clever collectors. rowse a vast collection of antiquarian and collectible boo s as well as primitives and antiques.

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133 Laurens St NW, Aiken. 803.642.7557 Staff at the visitor center can assist you in planning your trip in beautiful historic Ai en ounty. hey have a selection of souvenirs locally made goods, postcards and t-shirts f or sale and a monthly art exhibit on display. is o erai en o nt . om

128 Laurens St SW, Aiken. 803.270.0034 A oral and event styling studio speciali ing in ne art orals. ush owers and branches are paired with unique textiles and ribbons to create elegant designs. ote esi nse ents. om

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150-A Laurens St SW, Aiken. 803.226.0347 A store for dogs and the people who love them selling natural f oods, f resh baked treats, accessories and gi s. rooming services available. ai en o nto n o . om

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137 Laurens St SW, Aiken. 803.262.5102 quine inspired boutique with collections from wearable art to decorations for the home. e onaon a rens. om

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126 Laurens St SW, Aiken. 803.642.9772 An equine inspired gallery and boutique speciali ing in sporting art unique equestrian ewelry apparel home decor and gi s. e ine i ineon ine. om

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101 Laurens St SW, Aiken. 803.508.4377 uaint boutique store speciali ing in righton Spartina Simply Southern era radley inger Snaps and Tyler Candle.

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158 Laurens St SW, Aiken. 803.649.0616 Offering timeless apparel shoes and accessories nterior design rm focused on re ecting for woman of all ages. in er ee o ti e. om their clients’ style and lives throughout their homes. ome d cor and gi s available in store. i Co on o nto n nan ina ome. om 336 Georgia Ave Ste 101, North Augusta.

803.599.7236 ee e oint Co a e clectic boutique selling local goods unusual 224 Park Ave SE , Aiken. 803.226.0040 gi s women’s clothing and home goods. ull service needlepoint and ni ng shop that brings modern designs beautiful bers yarns and f riendly f aces to Aiken. nee e oint o a e. om

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125 Laurens St SW, Aiken. 803.649.9907 A purveyor of ultra-premium extra virgin olive oils aged talian balsamic ne specialty foods body care products and gi s. ree tasting bar. i o ntr o i eoi . om 5

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dge eld Rd North Augusta. 3. 7 .7 57 101 Laurens St NW, Aiken. 888.940.7586 nique gi shop that features a diverse array rowse a wide selection of gourmet of products including an ee andle o. ags itchenware dinnerware ne china and unique lawn and garden ornaments South arolina and kitchen accessories. m in it en. om Georgia souvenirs and collegiate gear. et rn n a ement 151 Laurens St SW, Aiken. 803.642.3337 a on onni re pscale consignment boutique speciali ing in 7 hester eld St S Ai en. 3. .

Locally made chocolates using Callebaut new and gently used apparel designer ewelry chocolate fresh ingredients and traditional and accessories. ret rnen a ementai en. om Belgian recipes. a on onnierea sta. om i ersi e nti es 646 E Buena Vista Ave, North Augusta. ione mit 803.426.1942 132 Laurens St SW, Aiken. 803.648.2100 ome to more than local antique and cra A rst class experience in service and quality in custom clothing, made-to-measure shirts and vendors who desire to provide quality and unique antiques cra s collectibles and other f ormal suits. ione smit t . om treasures. ri ersi eanti es.net i e e o o 109 Laurens St NW, Aiken. 803.640.2624 More than 5 local artists combining their talents in home decor gi s and more. i ere fo s o . om

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415 West Ave, North Augusta. 803.441.8805 Selling period antiques from the 75 s to the 1920s, Victorian f urniture, candles, baskets, live ivy topiaries woven rugs and boo s. sin in i santi es. om

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727 E Buena Vista Ave, North Augusta.

803.599.5066 A deligh ul home furnishings store featuring a variety of vintage treasures antiques refurbished furniture gi s home decor.

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803.226.0240 A fashion forward clothing store for women of all body si es and shapes with styles that are trendy comfortable and affordable. s o i is. om

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5 his ey Rd Ai en. 3. . 55 ocally owned and operated gallery that offers over 150,000 art images that can be printed ondemand, including those of local scenes. Large format printing and design. ustom framing and shadow boxes. so t si e a er . om

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142 Laurens St SW, Aiken. 803.724.7285 A unique shop that offers ladies boutique apparel and accessories as well as some antiques. iterosee e ti s. om

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409 Hayne Ave SW, Aiken. 803.642.9524 A purveyor of ne china crystal silver and antiques.

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803.686.0136 n a nutshell he uc y ecan is your one All knives made by stock removal method. All stop shop f or gourmet pecans and candies, guards made of stainless steel. antiques ams and sauces. R space available. en ri ni es. om t e e anstores . om e ire tion C ristian oo store Main St N Allendale. 3.5 .

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7 Augusta wy Allendale. 3.5 . 775 Speciali es in men’s and boy’s formal wear. ind everything f rom head to toe including shoes, suits ties hand erchiefs cuff lin s and more. a en a e.ontimefas ion. s

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157 Laurens St NW, Aiken. 803.649.7552 Shop for Ai en souvenirs or customi e your own t shirts hats lapel pins and glassware.

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311 Hayne SW, Aiken. 803.262.5194 Share your love of one of the best small towns in the South. From original Aiken apparel, to Ai en inspired gi s and home goods such a wide range offers something for everyone. tr eai en. om

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803.837.1581 et transported bac in time at hrhardt 5 .

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803.267.2277 Shabby chic re purposed eclectic antiques home decor collectibles.

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7 arolina wy enmar . 3.7 3.57 The gallery f eatures bronzes, etchings and a variety of limited and unlimited edition reproductions from arrison’s more than year career. he late Jim arrison was awarded the Order of the alme o by the State of South Carolina in 2008. im arrison. om

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33 Main wy amberg. 3. 5. 5 Find one-of -a-kind items f or your garden and home including handcra ed po ery mosaics and paintings by local artist Angie Sandifer.

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Original oil and acrylics of old southern scenes. Southern artifacts on display. all for appointment.

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803.284.3377 amily owned li le country store close to od’s Acre ealing Springs. Selling unique gi s sandwiches local goods and more. wy 7 arnwell. 3.5 .7 Formerly the Leigh Banana Case Company Commissary, this historic building serves as an art gallery where Master o er i Ringus and local artists sell hand turned po ery S face ugs hand cra ed furniture and other artwor .

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enter St North Augusta. 3.3 . itness center outdoor pool business center ayne Ave S Ai en. 3.7 . and meeting rooms. A specialty restaurant co y uxury suites in downtown Ai en featuring parlor lounge and roo op bar. et friendly. unique art co y furnishings and top of the line crow n en orth aug us ta. com d cor. elcoming to all equine enthusiasts D ays I n n corporate travelers and tourists. Offering four 5 olumbia wy Ai en. 3. .5 individual suites. Available for short term Richland Ave Ai en. 3. .55 rentals or extended stays. 4 1 9 h ayn e. com ontinental brea fast pool laundry exterior

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amil r Ai en. 3. . 5 5 Monterey r Ai en. 3. . ontinental brea fast tness center and ontinental brea fast tness center and outdoor pool. Microwave refrigerator business outdoor pool. Microwave refrigerator business center interior corridors. et friendly. center interior corridors. et friendly. ai k en . h ampton i n n . com ch oi ceh otels . com 35 astgate r Ai en. 3. . dge eld Rd North Augusta. 3. .

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7 oundsla e r Ai en. 3. . 535 A 3 room lodge located on the grounds of a private country club. he d cor is traditional with the simplicity and f eeling of a home away from home. ou will never experience that corporate feeling. ontinental brea fast. otel guests may use any of the lub’s facilities. et friendly. th ei n n ath oun d s lak e. com

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Old fashioned southern hotel offering 7 his ey Rd Ai en. 3.5 .77 ull brea fast tness center and outdoor suites and rooms elegantly appointed with pool. Microwave refrigerator business center period antiques cloud so beds and deep soa ing tubs. A small intimate spa as well laundry interior corridors. h i ex pres s . com as a landscaped pool area also accompany o ar o nson n am the property. 5 guest rooms seven suites.

3 his ey Rd S Ai en. 3.7 . 5 ac ages available. ine at he Restaurant at ontinental brea fast and outdoor pool. the illcox. et friendly. th ew i llcox . com Microwave refrigerator business center r i ton laundry exterior corridors. et friendly.

Austin raybill Rd North Augusta. w yn d h amh otels . com 3. .

Q uali ty I n n hour tness center continental brea fast rontage Rd Ai en. 3.5 . business center. et friendly. h i lton . com ontinental brea fast and outdoor pool.

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7 eritage wy enmar . 3.7 3. 3 Richland Ave Ai en. 3.335. 3 able phones data ports fridges ontinental brea fast tness center and microwaves in all rooms. ig truc par ing outdoor pool. Microwave refrigerator lounge student hunter discounts. laundry exterior corridors. et friendly. ch oi ceh otels . com 3

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7 7 unbarton lvd arnwell. 3.5 .5 ontinental brea fast and outdoor pool. M ag n oli a Sh ad ow s Microwave refrigerator laundry exterior 5 5 ngineer Rd Ridge Spring. 3.5 . here uropean hospitality meets Southern corridors. et friendly. w yn d h amh otels . com charm. Offering horse boarding and bed inton nn ites brea fast services. Rooms in this historic 73 Marlboro Ave arnwell. 3. . 7 ontinental brea fast on site restaurant bar plantation home are surrounded by manicured and lounge. usiness center and meeting room. pastures magnolia trees and gardens. et Microwave refrigerator exterior corridors on friendly. mag n oli as h ad ow s . com courtyard. et friendly. w i n ton i n n s ui tes . com

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3 aurens St N Ai en. 3. .5 legant inn on the main street in historic Ai en amidst the charm and abundance of ne dining cultural and shopping opportunities. L az y D og A cres 3 hrhardt Rd hrhardt. 3. . 3 3 nowlegable and friendly staff will help you plan an outing at the concierge des . hirty seven n oy the simple life at this co y property located rooms and suites with a f ull complimentary ust outside of the heart of hrhardt. ach of the three rooms are designed to accommodate a brea fast. et friendly with fee. different wee end getaway style. on’t forget ai k en carri ag eh ous e. com to ma e an appointment at avender abin a y og Acres’ on site spa. n oy Rei i and Re exology spa style treatments with products made from lavender grown on the property. avender products available for purchase.

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5 State ar Rd indsor. 3. . 57 5 available campsites. ach site consists of pac ed sand water 3 5 amp hoo ups re ring and picnic table. Some sites can accommodate R s up to 35 . et friendly.

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K i n g C reek C ampg roun d

757 edar noll Rd airfax. 3. . 3 All campsites are by and can comf ortably accommodate two large tents or one R and one tent. ull hoo up sites dump station 3 amp and 5 amp service options available. et friendly. k i n g creek campg roun d . com

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5 roxton ridge Rd hrhardt.

3. 7.3 Southern nostalgia and a genuine bit of ivil ar history. he plantation home built in the 5 ’s has ve rooms with private baths.

Step through the front door and go bac more than 5 years to a simpler time and en oy wal ing trails around a acre la e hunting shing sporting clays and nearby golf. 5 R campsites most with water electricity and sewage hoo ups. ro ton ri e. om

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B arn w ell State P ark

3 State ar Rd lac ville. 3. . uilt in the 3 ’s by the ivilian onservation orps this par is equipped with 5 cabins and 5 campsites. ach cabin includes bath and bed linens coo ing and eating utensils satellite i i coffee ma er central heating air outside grill re ring and picnic table. Only one cabin is pet friendly. et fees apply. ach campsite has pac ed gravel individual water and electrical hoo ups 3 amp and picnic table. Some sites can accommodate R s up to 3 others up to . ight full hoo up sites available with 5 amp service.

Other amenities include nature trails shing boating picnic shelters seasonal swimming area playground and meeting facilities. s outh caroli n apark s . com

For more on the following recreational activities visit T B red C oun try. org

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indsor. 3. . 57. n oy shing in three la es or the disto River for bream bass and ca ish. oat rentals include aya s canoes stand up paddle boards and a j on boat. Hard surf ace boat ramp. Amenities include nature trail canoe trail seasonal swimming orienteering picnic shelters and campsites. s outh caroli n apark s . com

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ammonds erry Rd North Augusta. ar s Recreation ourism.

3. . 3 . ard surface ramp doc paved par ing. rimitive campsites nearby. a anna i er o er t e nat ra i mpoun d men ts of th e Sav an n ah R i v er prov i d e a nat ra se n for an s re reast ream a is armo t an e o er are fo n in a n an e as e as ar emo t ass h ybri d bas s an d crappi e. Some s tri ped bas s run up th e ri v er i n s pri n g . T h e f ollow i n g areas h av e a ess to t e o er a anna i er

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Johnson anding Rd off S 3. Allendale ounty. ard surface ramp doc paved par ing.

ocated off S and indsor Rd. ard surface ramp limited par ing.

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a e Jac son Rd to isher Rd then to anding Rd. Ai en ounty. ard surface ramp handicapped accessible doc shing area gravel par ing. horoughbred ountry isitor uide 3

F i s h i n g - P on d s & M ore P ubli c B oat R amps .

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B arn w ell State P ark

3 State ar Rd lac ville. 3. . . hoices include a one acre pond as well as acre and acre la es. ind largemouth bass crappie bluegill and ca ish. oat rentals and seasonal swimming available. wo nature trails picnic shelters meeting facility cabins and campsites. s outh caroli n apark s . com

Jac son. ontact S epartment of Natural Resources for more information including complete rules and regulations and dates open to the public. 3.7 5.3 3. acres. ishing and hunting for deer tur ey waterfowl and small game. All individuals utili ing rac ernec are required to sign in prior to entering the area and sign out upon leaving. Anyone not following this procedure will be considered trespassing.

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Appointment required. Accommodations and museum available.

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Cra erne

3 oone rl Allendale. 3.5 .73 3.

A full service lodge providing year round opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. unting available for whitetail deer feral hogs alligator a e ar ro n and wild tur ey. ishing and quail hunting S 7 arnwell. trips are available a la carte. ull service A acre la e providing largemouth bass gunsmith shop and shooting range on site. bluegill shell crac er and ca ish. Also used for Other outdoor activities available are aya ing boating and water s iing. oat ramp shing mountain bi ing camping and naturalist tours. pier and tac le shop. re o e. om

C an oe & K ayak R en tals

A i k en State P ark

5 State ar Rd indsor. 3. . 57 uilt in 3 this par located along the free owing disto River is a combination of a river swamp and dry sandhills. anoe aya and paddle boats rentals available seasonally. s outh caroli n apark s . com

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O ox 7 Ai en. orse drawn carriages and carts meet each month. ai k en d ri v i n g club. org

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75 5 wy 3 lmer. 3.5 . iberal game limits and lengthy hunting season.

No overboo ing bedroom 5 bath lodge. eer tur ey and shing. a ater ntin . om

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5 roxton ridge Rd hrhardt. 3. 7.3 A hunting preserve offering hunting shing sporting clays pistol ri e range and continental tower shoots. The southern part of the plantation is a ivil ar ba leground with breastwor s intact. uided tours available with prior notice. brox ton bri d g e. com

C aroli n a Star G un & H un t C lub

37 edar ranch Rd indsor. 3. . 7 .

Situated on 3 acres this facility hosts a variety of shooting sport activities and can accommodate a variety of functions. caroli n as tar. com

A i k en H oun d s

F ox H un ts

A historic drag hunt that has hunted in itchcoc oods from the time of the itchcoc ’s. rom October through March the Ai en ounds hunt every uesday from 3 p.m. to 3 p.m. and every Saturday from 3 a.m. to 3 a.m. isitors may not bring dogs into the oods during these times. th eai k en h oun d s . com

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5 itchcoc Rd Ai en. 3. . 3 ox hunting mounted in Ai en lac ville and Allendale October March . unts on hursday and Sunday mornings. w h i s k eyroad f ox h oun d s . com

A i k en P olo C lub

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nformation hot line 3. 3.3 olo seasons are March through mid June and September through November. Matches are at hitney ield off his ey Rd. all for match times. ai k en polo. org

N ew B ri d g e P olo & C oun try C lub

New ridge Rd Ai en. 3. .3 Offers competitive fast paced action in medium goal polo. ive state of the art polo elds. n ew bri d g epolo. com

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5 oleman ridge Rd agener.

3. . 753 Offers a slightly different polo experience by hosting wee end leagues. ree to spectators. labourg og n epolo. com 33 | Thoroughbred Country Visitor Guide

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M cG h ees ’ M i le

nformation hot line 3.335. an s Mill Rd S Ai en. 3. 7. 5 Organi ed practices spectator friendly polo and amily owned and operated Standardbred a fun fair and friendly environment. lub olo is training facility. 77 acre facility home to three played September through June at various elds racetrac s more than 5 stalls plenty of in Ai en. w ag en erpolo. com paddoc s and ample barn space. iving quarters are available on site for extended guests.

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A i k en H ors e P ark

3 owderhouse Rd Ai en. 3. 3 .7 77 ome to ruce’s ield. questrian event facility. osts a variety of dressage eventing and hunter umper shows throughout the year. ai k en h ors epark . org

N ew H ollan d A cres

5 Old ndian rail atesburg.

Offers rodeos roping barrel racing equine education and seasonal events.

Stable V i ew

7 Stable r Ai en. .35 .3 73 acre recreational venue with premiere training facilities for equestrians 5 miles of trails for bird watchers nature lovers meeting facilities and professionally designed accommodations for overnight guests. s tablev i ew f arm. com

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A i k en T rai n i n g T rack

ine og Rd Ai en. 3. .777 A contemporary paint your own po ery studio.

Offers po ery canvas and glass fusing. irthday parties and ladies night out. bg laz y. com

C aroli n a D rag w ay 53 wo Notch Rd S Ai en. 3. . 3 ragstrip Rd Jac son. 3. 7 . 5 Historic Thoroughbred training f acility. Home to 3 mile drag racing trac . Regular schedule of annual and seasonal events. races and events. caroli n ad rag w ay. com ai k en trai n i n g track . com E q ui n e R es cue of A i k en

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amp rava Rd Ai en. 3. . 7 53 lenwood r Ai en. 3. 3. 5 Non pro t organi ation that offers retired hallenge course designed to develop racehorses a safe transition for a second career. leadership s ills and increase self esteem and Open to public for tours non riding children’s con dence. am ra a .or programs boarding and events. or groups in eor e a en er arm an er anti e aisy n arnwell. 3.3 .5 37 contact in advance. ai k en eq ui n eres cue. org avender farm producing l products which are i e s E v en t C en ter sold at the farm mercantile. he lavender farm is aston Rd Ai en ome of the SJ rogressive Jumps and open seasonally June October to the public for pic lavender oil distillation demonstrations rogressive Stabling and Ai en Music est. Open events and weddings. Reservations required for year round. ps j s h ow s . com ic . k i n g g eorg elav en d er. com

K i n g C reek C ampg roun d

an e on is o f ar 757 edar noll Rd airfax. 3. . 3 3 angley am Rd angely. 3. .7557 Miles of quiet sandy trails for riding. rails are ounty’s only championship level available to the public with purchase of a day Ai en pass. ay passes must be purchased in advance. disc golf course can be f ound at Langley orses are not provided for riding. orse ond ar . Spectacular water holes varying camping available. k i n g creek campg roun d . com terrain challenging pin location and towering hardwoods are on this unique course. lan g leypon d park . com Thoroughbred Country Visitor Guide | 34

P arad i s e M otocros s

33 arton Rd airfax. . .55 5 7 acre motocross facility that is open to the public. Also offers daily wee ly monthly and yearly training programs that are taught by a SM A op erti ed motocross coach. parad i s emotoclub. com

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5 ougherty Rd Ai en. 3. . ndoor playground facility. 3 sq. . of play area safe family friendly environment and birthday party pac ages. playlan d of ai k en . com

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3 aurens St S Ai en. 3.373. 7 7 R etro gaming experience f or people of all ages. ourly or day pass options. ra ioa ti e in a ar a e. om

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5 or St N Ai en. 3. . 5 aid bac place to en oy some great food cold beer and a game of pool with f riends. rack n g ri ll. com

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Richardsons a e Rd arrenville.

3. 3.3 Natural swimming area. Open May September.

SR P P ark

7 Railroad Ave North Augusta. 3.3 . ntertainment venue. ome of the Augusta reenJac ets Minor eague Single A A liate of the Atlanta raves. ids one concerts and other events throughout the year. Rental space available. th es rppark . com

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eginning at the Ai en ounty ublic ibrary.

3. 5.5 he trail includes exploration through the use of your mobile device. Simply dial the number listed on the label identifying the plant to learn about that specimen.

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7 5 eorgia Ave North Augusta. 3. 7 .

A 3 lane bowling center. Arcade and snac bar inside. n orth s i d elan es . com

C aroli n a B ay N ature R es erv e

rice Ave Ai en. 3. .7 3 al the trail watch the wildlife or ust enj oy the pleasure of woods and water. An observation dec overloo s the bay which can be reserved for rental.

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Ai en. 3. . 5 itchcoc oods is among the largest urban forests in the nation with about acres of forestland resources. questrian hi ers and dog wal ers en oy the 7 miles of sandy trails. ios s with maps are available at all seven entrances. h i tch cock w ood s . org

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S 7 arnwell. .7 mile paved wal ing trail winding alongside a e dgar rown. reat for birding.

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North Augusta. 3. . 3 .

A redeveloped railroad right of way this paved wal ing and bicycling path is currently miles. he reeneway runs along the Savannah River. esignated a National Recreation rail. art of the ranscontinental luebird rail. v i s i tn orth aug us tas c. com

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5 Silver luff Rd Jac son. 3. 7 .

A 3 5 acre wildlife sanctuary owned by the National Audubon Society. al ing trails available. Open during daylight hours. s c. aud ubon . org

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he Alley Ai en. 3.5 . 37 ave some fun and ax citement at this lane ax throwing facility. anes available for 3 minutes two hours. amily Axe hrowing option available for children 5 with an adult. Reservations encouraged. w ood ch uck ers ax eth row i n g . com 35

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R eg i on al G olf C

C ed ar C reek G olf C lub

555 lub r Ai en. 3. . holes. ar 7 . esigned by Arthur ills. ermuda greens. al cart. edar ree has been garnering awards almost since its opening in . he course features long par holes and sloping f airways that can send shots into the rough and elevated undulating greens. ced arcreek g olf club. n et

R i v er B i rch G olf C ours e

aw aw Rd amberg. 3. 5. 3 ormerly the aw aw ountry lub designed by one of South arolina’s best nown architects Russel reeden. his hole course has abundant la es woods and large undulating greens. Restaurant and rental equipment available. Open for tournaments and events. ri v erbi rch g c. com

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oundsla e r Ai en. 3. . 5 hree hole courses. ar 3 ermuda greens. esigned by Joe ee. al cart. No wal in tra c. lay on course limited to members guests of members and lodge guests. See listing under lodging. h oun d s lak ecc. com

M i d lan d V alley G olf C lub

5 Midland r raniteville. 3. 3.733 holes. ar 7 . esigned by llis Maples. ermuda greens. al cart. arge undulated greens are the main f eature of this design.

Reservations may be made one day in advance. playmi d lan d v alley. com

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lubhouse n arnwell. 3. 5 .5 holes. ar 7 . esigned by Russell reeden. ermuda greens. his design is relatively benign in terms of elevation and length but more than ma es up for that with its water sand and elevated greens. al cart. s w eetw atercc. org

M oun t V i n tag e G olf C lub

375 Mount intage lantation r North Augusta. 3. 7 .5 7 holes. ar 7 . esigned by om Jac son.

Semi private club noted for its lush tree cover stac ed stone bridges and green fairways with breathta ing views. Amenities include a state of the art practice facility well stoc ed golf shop and tavern style restaurant. moun tv i n tag eg olf . com

T h e A i k en G olf C lub

555 ighland ar r Ai en. 3. . holes. ar 7 . esigned by onald Ross. al cart. Reservations required. Originally built in and extensively restored in recent years the course ma es udicious use of pines sand and waste areas to evo e a inehurst f eeling. ai k en g olf club. n et

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O th er G olf A i k en F ami ly G olf R an g e

5 olumbia wy N Ai en. 3.5 .5 35 uesday Sunday am dar . essons available upon request.

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3 7 his ey Rd Ai en. 3. 3. 7 5 18 holes of miniature golf . Great f or f amilies and for team building exercises. all for hours and to boo special events. Open to the public year round. s outh on w h i s k ey. com

isitation an se of erita e reser es are o erne re ations set fort t e o t C aroli n a D epartmen t of N atural R es ources ( SC D N R ) to promote publi c en j oymen t of th e lan d w h i le pres erv i n g th e f eatures of th e lan d .

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H eri tag e P res erv es or f information an re ations on erita e reser es t ro o t o t Caro ina isit SC D N R w ebs i te at d n r. s c. g ov or con tact SC D N R d i rectly at 8 0 3 . 7 3 4 . 3 8 8 6 .

A i k en G oph er T ortoi s e H eri tag e P res erv e

S7 indsor. urn le on Spring ranch Rd. rive ve miles turn right on Oa Ridge lub Rd. he preserve is one mile down located on both sides of the road. i ing and limited horsebac riding. No motori ed vehicles. his acre preserve is home to the rare and state listed endangered gopher tortoise. he preserve is the northern most nown location of the large terrestrial tortoises. he preserve also boasts a longleaf pine wiregrass community that is one of the most endangered in the Southeast.

D i tch P on d H eri tag e P res erv e

rom illiston drive west on S 7 for three miles par ing is on the right. oot tra c only. No camping. Approximately 5 acres. One of very few arolina ays that have retained its natural state. hroughout the preserve you may see one or more of the rare plant species grown here. A boardwal leads to the viewing area which provides visitors with an up close view of the arolina ay.

C ath ed ral B ay H eri tag e P res erv e

S . miles south of Olar.

Also nown as hi y ay or hi y ond. he 5 acre Cathedral Bay is an excellent example of the Carolina Bay phenomenon f ound throughout the Atlantic oastal lain. he long axes of all arolina ays parallel to one another acting as basins that collect rainwater runoff holding it above the normal water table. arolina ays are wetlands that vary in si e ranging from less than an acre to several hundred acres and o en support abundant wildlife. athedral ay is a stri ing example of a cypress pond. Access to athedral ay is by wading or canoes. No motorboats allowed.

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rom Ai en travel north on S for two miles. urn le beside Ai en Memorial emetery May eld Rd. ocated on both sides of the road. his 7 acre preserve was acquired and dedicated to protect a longleaf pine scrub oa sandhill ecosystem.

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ounded by S 3 arolina ay rl and ro an Rd near Mone a. his 3 acre preserve was established to protect a arolina ay the high pond vegetative community occurring within the bay and populations of several rare plant species.

A windmill located near the tract is a local landmar and has led to the preserve being colloquially nown as indmill igh ond . he preserve is named to honor Janet arrison a prominent ecologist who wor ed at the Savannah River cology aboratory.

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State P ark s e state of o t Caro ina set asi e some of t e est e am es of its nat ra t ra an re reationa reso r es as state ar s. ese ro erties rote t an reser e t e ri erita e of t e a me o tate. eser ations ma e ma e on ine at s outh caroli n apark s . com or by calli n g toll f ree 1 .8 6 6 .3 4 5 .7 2 7 5 .

A i k en State P ark

5 State ar Rd indsor. 3. . 57 uilt in 3 by the ivilian onservation orps this par is ideal for a variety of activities. ish in one of the f our ponds or paddle along the disto River. Other amenities include nature trails birding a playground orienteering seasonal swimming area and picnic shelters. ampsites available. et friendly. ontact the par directly for information on shing boat and canoe rentals.

B arn w ell State P ark

3 State ar Rd lac ville. 3. . uilt in the 3 ’s by the ivilian onservation orps this par is best nown for its great shing. he par has three small la es lled with a variety of crappie bream bass and ca ish. isitors can ta e advantage of the S NR ac le oner rogram if they forget their gear. oat rentals are available.

Other amenities include seasonal swimming birding picnic shelters and nature trails. abins campsites and a community building are available to rent.

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3 5 State ar Rd hrhardt. 3. 3. 3 At this site nion troops clashed with onfederate soldiers defending the Sal ehatchie River. he par features an award winning interpretive ba le eld trail memorial grounds a community building and picnic shelter. Activities include self guided tours and picnic ing. ours seminars and programs held throughout the year.

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Redcliffe Rd eech sland. 3. 7. 73 his 3 acre site was once one of four plantations owned by S overnor J ammond. oday the par provides a se ng for exploring the plantation system the experiences and impact of the people who lived and wor ed at the site as well as various cultural and natural resources on the grounds. Activities include historic tours hi ing birdwatching and picnic ing. rounds open daily. all the par for tour times prices and program information.

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7 Jefferson avis wy raniteville.

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Seasonal pool party meeting space picnic area bas etball court playground bluebird trail and wal ing trac .

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oyd ond Rd Ai en. 3. . 3 all elds observatory wal ing trac pond with boat doc shing hole disc golf course hi ing trails picnic shelters bluebird trail geocaching and beautiful natural habitat.

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B ri ck P on d P ark

eorgia Ave North Augusta. orty acre restored wetland. ar amenities include bi ing and wal ing trails wildlife viewing pavilion plant identi cation trail and birding.

Citi ens ar

5 Old Airport Rd Ai en. 3. .77 i een multi purpose elds ba ng cages picnic shelters wal ing trac soccer elds spray ground and playgrounds.

H arri s on - C av er P ark

S learwater. 3.5 3. ennis courts playground wal ing trac so ball elds picnic area rent able community center and multipurpose eld.

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3. . 3 as etball and tennis courts grill pavilion picnic tables rental space and water station. osts Music in the ar series through the late spring and summer months.

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Riverview ar r North Augusta.

3. . 3 all elds tennis and racquetball courts disc golf picnic shelters playground horseshoe pits four gyms weight room indoor wal ing ogging trac and access to the reeneway rail.

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3.5 . all elds bas etball court playground area wal ing trac and concession stand. ommunity enter available for rent.

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ershaw St Ai en. 3. .7 3 as etball court tennis courts picnic tables wal ing trac seasonal pool gym playground and rental facilities.

V i rg i n i a A cres P ark

7 his ey Rd Ai en. ocated on acres this picture perfect A A Accessible city par has amenities for ust about everyone. icnic shelters inclusive playground ip lines wal ing trail soccer eld tennis and pic leball courts and disc golf course.

C A llen d ale G reen

S 7 Allendale. ountain ga ebo and benches.

P i n k G ard en O f H ope

Memorial Ave Allendale. edicated to breast cancer victims and survivors. a ebo benches and wal ing area.

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Main wy amberg. eautiful amphitheater with lighting electricity. ring your own chair. Special events held at the par .

H artz og P ark

3 53 N ana St Olar. epression era par with picnic tables.

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Award winning downtown par includes ga ebo and f ountain.

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Rhoad ar St amberg. ball soccer baseball slow pitch. ull summer sports program f or all ages.

R obert E F os ter P ark

Main St and 3rd St amberg. ennis and volleyball courts picnic tables and playground.

C C olli n s P ark

Main St and Marlboro Ave arnwell.

3. 5 .33 Open play area garden historical mar ers lighted ga ebo with electricity four par swings and partially covered picnic areas.

D arn ell P ark

agood Ave arnwell. a ebo open play area and picnic tables.

F uller P ark

7 unbarton lvd arnwell. 3. 5 .3 wo outdoor bas etball courts nine hole disc golf course picnic tables grills wal ing multi use trail wetlands and large open play area.

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7 alilee Rd arnwell.

Picnic tables and benches.

K i lk en n y P ark

orner of Jac son St ellington Rd arnwell.

3. 5 .3 ishing access non motori ed boat access picnic area with grills and wal ing path.

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3 ar St arnwell. 3. 5 .33 7 laygrounds multi purpose eld baseball eld with press box ball eld and wal ing path.

M ai n Street P ark

Railroad ed lac ville. al ing trail benches and ga ebo.

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5 Main St illiston. layground picnic tables bas etball tennis court and hole disc golf course.

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For more on the f ollowing historical places in our region, visit: T B red C oun try. org

H I ST O R I C A L P L A C E S

H I ST O R I C C H U R C H E S, C E M E T E R I E S & M A R K E R S

Many people nd exploring an old burial ground is li e wal ing through a three dimensional history boo . hile some churchyards are the nal resting home of famous heroes many tell the past of ordinary townsfol who were important to the area’s rich history. e information in t is se tion ma not in e a of t e istori r es emeteries an mar ers in t e re ion. or more information isit t e o t Caro ina e artment of r i es an istor at s a .s . o .

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Ai en’s permanent Jewish community dates to 1890, when immigrants f rom E astern E urope began se ling here. his lassical Revival synagogue was built in 1925 and has been in continuous use since as both a place of worship and a Jewish community center.

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orner of aurens St and he Alley Ai en. he county seat Ai en was chartered in 35.

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i en irst a tist C r or St N near its intersection with Richland Ave Ai en.

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3 hester eld St S Ai en. he Ai en nstitute was chartered in . he main building was designed in 1891, includes a wing added in 3. t was the second oldest school in use in the state when it closed in . he 3 wing became the Ai en ounty ublic ibrary in .

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ntersection of oyager Rd and Salley Rd. his mar er commemorates the a le of John own fought May 7 by atriots def ending the two bullpens where captured ritish and ories were imprisoned during the Revolutionary ar.

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The county was created in 1871 and was named for illiam Ai en the rst president of the S anal Railroad ompany.

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ntersection of ammond Rd and S 7 eech sland. owner nstitute was founded in 3 and operated until 5. owner lementary School the nstitute’s successor stood here 5 and 5 . he school was burned in 5 and replaced in 5 .

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The cemetery, established about 1850, is closely associated with the raniteville Mill. illiam regg founder of the mill laid out the mill village and also helped plan this cemetery.

Notable persons buried here include 3 Conf ederate soldiers and veterans, as well as many employees of the raniteville Mill.

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This Carpenter Gothic school was built in 1848 by the raniteville Mill. he academy with ve classrooms and a bell tower, opened with local ministers as teachers. he original academy was a residence from . orner of anal St and Marshall St raniteville. his mill the largest textile mill in Antebellum S was chartered in 5 and opened in 7.

This company provided housing, a school, a store and land for churches creating a model mill village.

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bloc of arolina Ave North Augusta.

An exclusive winter resort the hotel stood atop this hill from 3 to . he hotel burned down on New ear’s ve .

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S 7 at the entrance to Redcliffe lantation State istoric Site eech sland. uilt in 3 by eech sland resbyterian hurch and organi ed in 7. oodrow ilson’s wife was bapti ed here. n 5 the building was consecrated as All Saints piscopal hurch.

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Jac sonville School uilt by the Jac sonville odge in 5 taught the African American children of this community until 3 .

Jac sonville odge his building was constructed in 5 by Jac sonville odge rand nited Order of Odd ellows an African American fraternal organi ation. he Odd ellows met here on the second oor.

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S 5 usiness near the Savannah River North Augusta. he rst North Augusta bridge was built in . he present bridge was built in 3 and named a er James . Jac son who earned the title ounder of North Augusta .

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Scho eld Middle School. 3. . 77 . his school was founded by the reemen’s ureau shortly a er the ivil ar to educate free men and women. n Martha Scho eld began her long career as superintendent. he school soon expanded to a two bloc site and combined academics with industrial, f arming and homema ing instruction. n alumnus Sanford . radby became its rst African American superintendent.

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One of the rst African American aptist churches in America. rew out of regular worship services held as early as the 1750s at Silver luff a plantation of eorge alphin notable trader with ndigenous Americans. At rst a non denominational congregation with both aucasian and African American members it was formally organi ed as Silver luff aptist hurch in 773. A large frame sanctuary built in 73 was covered in bric veneer in it was demolished and the present bric church was built in .

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5 endleton St S Ai en. isted on the National Register of istoric laces. his piscopal church is the city’s oldest church structure having retained its ree Revival style through subsequent remodeling.

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John . alhoun ar intersection of arolina Ave and eorgia Ave North Augusta.

Chartered in 1906, includes the site of two early towns. ampbell own was a trading post on the Savannah River before the American Revolution. amburg founded in as a port on the river, was an early western terminus of the S. . Railroad.

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S 7 5 under the 5th St ridge on the North Augusta side North Augusta. niversity of South arolina Ai en campus Occurred nearby on July 7 was one of Ai en. the most notable incidents of racial and political his antebellum house is an excellent example violence in S during Reconstruction. of ederal era architecture.

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Samuel ammond served in the American he road was originally used by ndigenous Revolution represented eorgia in the .S. American traders going to the hero ee Nation ouse and se led in South arolina in in the 73 ’s. serving as a member of the South Carolina ouse and Secretary of State. ammond died in and was buried nearby.

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The church has been a place of worship on this site since it was organi ed in 5 .

ntersection of aurens St and ar Ave Ai en. he trac s of the S Railroad operated by the S anal and Railroad ompany ran here from 33 to the 5 s. he original trac s ran ar Ave through Ai en one of the rst railroad towns in the nited States.

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unter St and ar St agener. stablished a er the lac ville Alston Newberry Railroad built its line from lac ville to Seivern in 7 . he area was originally nown as untersville or unter’s rossroads. hen incorporated in it was renamed for eorge A. agener a strong supporter of the railroad.

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S and S 5 at the Savannah River.

The western terminus of the SC Canal and Railroad ompany railway stood near here.

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a ebo ar 7th St and Sumter Ave airfax. hartered in 3 the town grew out of an early community centered around Owens’ rossroads.

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Jac ie artley 7 . 33.3 5 . i e e et o ist C r H M isted on the National Register of istoric ntersection of Alleluia Rd and State Rd Martin. laces. his cemetery which is over years ille e Methodist hurch dates to the early old is the resting place of th century Swiss th century. arly meetings were held under a se lers and their descendants. brush arbor. he meeting house was erected by ri ate ro ert . en a ointment. the ille es and later remodeled in .

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33 S 3 Allendale. ounded a er the ivil ar in a brush arbor. ntio C ristian C r H M he rst permanent church was built in the S 3 two miles south of S 3 . ion ranch community near Old Allendale. he isted on the National Register of istoric church bought this site in 75. n the laces. Organi ed by r. and Mrs. . R. rwin church received a state charter and built the and Mrs. .M. Robert this was the second present church a bric othic Revival building. isciples of hrist hristian hurch founded in South arolina.

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This church had its origin in a brush arbor as early as 3 but was formally organi ed in 7 . he sanctuary dates to .

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ntersection of Ashe Rd and Revolutionary rl. his was the original site of Allendale. Sherman’s troops under en. ilpatric camped here. he town was moved to its present site in 73.

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5 arolina wy enmar . isted on the National Register of istoric laces. his eorgian Revival building was described as “ the most modern telephone plant in the south when it opened.

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South side of S mile east of lmer Rd. The original cemetery associated with St Nicholas utheran hurch.

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S southwest of Allendale. isted on the National Register of istoric laces. Organi ed in 7 as ir land hurch the name was changed in 3 to Smyrna aptist hurch. itle to the site was conveyed in by illiam . Mixon.

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Founded in 1885, this church was named Speedwell for a stagecoach stop and the rst post o ce in the vicinity now Mille . Regular services ended by 1970, but homecomings are still occasionally held here.

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This Lutheran church was organized by 1804 and has occupied several sites. Rebuilt in .

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A acre land grant was conveyed to en amin and . ashington Allen in . he acreage included the present town of Allendale which is presumed to have derived its name from the Allen family.

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E ntrance of a le of Rivers ridge State istoric Site hrhardt vicinity. isted on the National Register of istoric laces. a le On ebruary 3 5 onfederate soldiers defended the Sal ehatchie River for almost two days here. Memorials n 7 local men reburied the Conf ederate dead in a mass grave and formed the Rivers ridge onfederate Memorial Association. hey preserved the ba le eld deeding it in 5 as Rivers ridge State ar . for s ri e H M

S 3 3 at the Sal ehatchie River lmer. he earliest se lement in what is now amberg ounty.

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5 arolina wy enmar . isted on the National Register of istoric laces. he building was used as a school until 7.

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3 33 State Rd S illiston. isted on the National Register of istoric laces.

A ree Revival house built between 33 and 5 features a wide gable front form unusual for the period. en. ilpatric used this house as his headquarters before burning most of the town and proceeding to Ai en and olumbia. ri ate ro ert .

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Mt. leasant Rd one mile west of hrhardt. isted on the National Register of istoric laces. n 35 St. artholomew utheran Church moved here and changed its name to Mt. leasant. John eorge amberg preached there shortly a er 7 .

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3 apernaum Rd amberg. his plantation was the home of Ma . illiam Seaborn amberg 5 planter merchant and the founder of amberg. amberg died before the present house at inewood was completed in 5 . ri ate ro ert .

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oorhees Rd enmar . 3.7 . 3 isted on the National Register of istoric laces. he school was founded in 7 in an effort to emphasi e vocational curriculum for rural African American students. oday oorhees is a senior liberal arts university. oor ees.e

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orner of Main St and Jefferson St arnwell. his building constructed in 7 as the an of arnwell was home to a succession of ban s for years. he ban occupied the rst oor and the law o ces occupied the second oor with additions in 5 and . he ity renovated this building in .

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Originally called Red ill and later the illage. arnwell was founded in .

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ast side of S 3 between ascallas St and Reynolds St lac ville. he arnwell ounty courthouse was located on this site from 7 to 7 a er which it was moved permanently to arnwell.

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77 all St arnwell. isted on the National Register of istoric laces. A pre ivil ar church organi ed by and for African Americans. he present building was constructed in 1898 using some of the original materials.

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S 3 and Main St lac ville. lac ville ounded in 33 was the rst overnight stop on the new railroad operated by the S anal Railroad ompany. a le of lac ville arly on ebruary 7 5 en. ilpatric destroyed the railroad at lac ville.

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The academy building, along with its records, was burned by ederal troops in 5. n a one room school building was constructed which now serves as a community center.

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unbarton lvd arnwell. his par built and opened in 33 was named for ornell . uller mayor of arnwell and chair of this and other New eal era public pro ects in arnwell.

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Mother church to at least ve congregations organi ed in present day arnwell or Allendale counties between and .

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357 exter St lac ville. his church the rst African American aptist church in arnwell ounty was founded in when Rev. James . olbert preached in lac ville under a brush arbor. he rst sanctuary was built in . he present sanctuary was built in 7 .

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Nearby earthwor s at Morris ord on the Sal ehatchie River were built in the spring of 7 by oyalists. Soon a er harleston fell to the ritish apt. John Mumford of the S militia was illed in action. e is buried at this site.

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oiling Springs Rd oiling Springs. he grave of arlton rown militia o cer state representative and state senator is located here. e enlisted as a private in the S militia in 1776, was commissioned a Lieutenant in 1778 and promoted to aptain in 7 .

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S arnwell. own of llenton y 73 a post o ce named llenton was located on the ort Royal Railroad. n the town of llenton was incorporated.

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Agricultural lub he club was organi ed to promote the welf are and interest of the E llenton farmers and to improve general conditions.

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S 3 about 5 miles south of arnwell. inton ounty originally created in 7 5 became arnwell istrict in 7 and arnwell ounty in .

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M E E T IN G F A C IL IT IE S A IK E N C O U N T Y

B E C P lex

5 55 Jefferson avis wy North Augusta.

3.5 .7 Richland Ave Ai en. 3. . hoose from banquet seating with a capacity Single meeting room that can accommodate up of or theater seating for over 5 . A ached to . ai k en ch amber. n et suites are available for a variety of needs upon i en Co nt ar s e reation o rism request. or a more intimate event request the alme o allery named a er the famed 3 ’s 3. .755 Several county run par s and facilities available a club alme o ar and ond. th ebecplex . com with a variety of amenities. ai k en coun typrt. com C amp L on g amp ong Rd Ai en. 3.3 . 5 A i k e n - B a m b e rg - B a r n w e l l - E d g ef i e l d a e front year round destination for outdoor R eg i on al L i brary Sys tem retreats and events. odging available. A 3 hester eld St S Ai en. 3. . he A Regional ibrary System provides variety of multipurpose rooms are available for meeting rooms at Ai en amberg and classrooms and meeting spaces. camplon g s c. com arnwell ounty ublic ibraries.

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A men tum C en ter f or th e P erf ormi n g A rts

Newberry St S Ai en. 3. . 3 State of the art theater that seats approximately 3 in addition to the 3 seats in the ospitality Suite alcony.

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Meeting facility with dividable banquet hall or St N Ai en. 3.5 . 5 he second oor meeting space of this and catering itchen. Access to microphone pro ector and A connections as requested. historic building can accommodate up to auditorium seating banquet and for L i v i n g H i s tory P ark reception. Amenities include tables chairs Spring rove Ave North Augusta. catering itchen and presentation screen. A A 3. 7 .75 accessible caah ac. org esigned as a colonial village the par is available to rent for events. ncluded is the colonial barn which can accommodate people and is complete with air conditioning i i and a full itchen. o onia times. s

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3 orest Ave North Augusta. 3. . 3 istoric inn with a variety of beautiful rooms. an accommodate groups up to inside the inn 5 in the amellia event center. referred catering contacts available. isted on the National Register of istoric laces. look aw ayi n n . com

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7 Newberry St S Ai en. 3. .7 7 Old Airport Rd Ai en. 3. . 5 Spacious foyer banquet rooms and landscaped wo rooms available seating or . Air courtyard for all types of catered affairs. an conditioned outdoor tent with seating available. accommodate up to for reception. On site iti ens ar o . om and off site catering available.

Cro ne a a n ew berryh all. com enter St North Augusta. 3.3 .

N orth A ug us ta C ommun i ty C en ter sq. . of technologically advanced 5 roo side Ave North Augusta. 3. . 35 interior meeting space has high tech sensory ocated in a par se ng. he large ballroom technology state of the art lighting and capacity is 5 . Amenities include a stage enhanced audio visual capabilities. Available parquet dance oor large patio for outdoor for conferences conventions board meetings entertaining and a full service commercial corporate meetings seminars and learning itchen. Rental linens equipment available. sessions. crow n en orth aug us ta. com n orth aug us ta. n et

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amp rava Rd Ai en. 3. . 7 eorgia Ave North Augusta. 3. . 35 acilities can accommodate from to ocated on the top oor of the North Augusta or more. ndoor and outdoor space available. Municipal uilding. eautifully appointed Meals included. odging available. ballroom with breathta ing views of the am ra a .or surrounding area. an accommodate 5 for H . O d ell Week s C en ter reception. Amenities include tables chairs 7 his ey Rd Ai en. 3. .7 3 commercial itchen and A equipment. ncludes gymnasiums racquetball court n orth aug us ta. n et aerobics room and four rooms to rent for e at e e tion Center 5 person and 5 person seating capacity. errie Rd Ai en. 3. .7 5 itchen available. his historic house is one of Ai en’s most 3 Stephens arm n North Augusta.

3.3 . 5 5 wo meeting rooms available. Accommodates 7 person theater seating and person classroom seating.

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3 7 his ey Rd Ai en. 3. 3. 7 5 A unique event space that provides a comfortable and sophisticated environment for up to 5 people. Amenities include tables chairs and itchene e. atering available. s outh on w h i s k ey. com

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3 5 Railroad Ave amberg. 3. 5.3 he A Regional ibrary System provides 7 oundsla e r Ai en. 3. . 535 meeting rooms at Ai en amberg and A unique 3 room inn with golf course views. arnwell ounty ublic ibraries.

Meeting space is available for for reception. a e of i ers ri e tate istori ite atering available. th ei n n ath oun d s lak e. com 3 5 State ar Rd hrhardt. 3. 3. 3 he community building can accommodate up T h e Wi llcox to people. Amenities include tables chairs olleton Ave S Ai en. 3. . istoric hotel with a variety of indoor outdoor and itchene e. wo open air facilities are also space which accommodates up to 3 . vents available. s outh caroli n apark s . com will be customi ed to your exact needs. odging ro ton ri e antation and on site or off site catering available.

5 roxton ridge Rd hrhardt. th ew i llcox . com 3. 7.3 U n i v ers i ty of South C aroli n a A i k en anquet all can accommodate up to .

7 niversity wy Ai en. 3. .35 7 Amenities include small stage community Several rooms and facilities available with a itchen tables and chairs. Outdoor event space variety of seating capacities. Accommodates available. brox ton bri d g e. com 55 theater 5 classroom a o res banquet. us ca. ed u 3 hrhardt Rd hrhardt. 3. . 3 3 C i en Con o ation Center edding and event center for up to 5 people. hampion ay raniteville.

On site bridal suite and spa. a o a re. om 3. .3 V oorh ees U n i v ers i ty L ead ers h i p A state of the art facility with a capacity of up C on f eren ce C en ter to . eatures include multiple electronic orter Rd enmar . 3.7 . 3 scoreboards with bac lighting advertising Accommodates 5. Other rooms and facilities opportunities and two additional practice also available. v oorh ees . ed u courts. s a.e on o ation enter

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3 arnwell wy Allendale. 3.5 .3 3 urr St arnwell. 3. 5 .3 Auditorium style seating can accommodate up he A Regional ibrary System provides to 75. Amenities include tables and chairs. meeting rooms at Ai en amberg and arnwell ounty ublic ibraries. er e urtons erry wy Allendale.

B arn w ell C oun ty M us eum 3.3 .7 3 Marlboro Ave arnwell. 3. 5 .

Rent u er eld for a wee or more and Room available to rent for a variety of use. an entertain up to people. All meals activities accommodate 5. and amenities included. A A accessible.

B arn w ell State P ark er e . om 3 State ar Rd lac ville. 3. . o er a anna i er ian e ation he community building is a 3 sq climate C en ter controlled facility that can accommodate up to urton’s erry wy Allendale.

5 people banquet style. Amenities include 7 . . tables chairs and itchen. Several open air arge conference area indoor outdoor facilities are also available. restrooms and picnic area. Accommodates 5 . s outh caroli n apark s . com low ers av an n ah ri v eralli an ce. org B lack v i lle C ommun i ty C en ter

U n i v ers i ty of South C aroli n a Salk eh atch i e 5 James randt lvd Allendale.

3.5 .3 A variety of meeting rooms available. us cs alk eh atch i e. s c. ed u

Solomon la Ave lac ville.

3. . he facility has an unseated capacity of 75 plus 5 in the bleachers totaling a capacity of . to no a i e. om

horoughbred ountry isitor uide

G U ID E D T O U R S ease note otor oa restri tions ma a in t e Cit of i en. motor oa es mus t con tact th e C i ty of A i k en pri or to bri n g i n g a motor coach . ( 8 0 3 . 6 4 4 . 1 9 0 7 ) H i s tori c A i k en T rolley T ours

406 Park Ave S, Aiken. 803.293.7846 City of Aiken Tourism.

Public tours on Saturday mornings, reservations and prepayment required. roup tours available by appointment. v i s i tai k en s c. com

R ebel R an ch H ors e T ours , L L C .

803.640.2765 Guided trail rides. R eserve and schedule your tour. urther details will be provided upon reservation con rmation. anne ehbeeler rebelranchhorsetours.com rebelran ch h ors etours . com

T ai lored T ours of A i k en

803.295.3870 rivate driving tour experiences of historic Aiken. Custom tours tailored to suit your available time and interests. host tours available year-round. tai lored tours of ai k en . com

P ed eg o A i k en

4019 Pavilion Pass Ste 100, Aiken.

803.226.9007 E lectric bike rentals and tours available.

Tours every Wednesday and Saturday. Ages for rentals tours exceptions for young experienced riders may be made. co er pedegoai en.com ped eg oelectri cbi k es . com

T h e T rai l R i d i n g C ompan y

803.507.5487 E nj oy guided trail rides on horseback anywhere in the region. The horses are seasoned and ma e you feel comfortable and con dent in the ride. orses available for parties. smallthunder 3 5 gmail.com Thoroughbred Country Visitor Guide | 50

B eech I s lan d H i s tori cal Soci ety

144 Old Jackson Hwy, Beech I sland.

803.867.3600 or 706.833.3651 Tours of historic Beech I sland and Z ubly emetery available by appointment. bihs comcast.net

B lack v i lle H i s tori cal T ours

105 Pascallas St, Blackville Joan McDonald, 803.284.3267 ours available by appointment. oanemcd bellsouth.net

P atri ot T our B oat On the Savannah R iver. 803.730.9739

One-hour narrated tour March-November.

Two-hour sunset tour Mar-Nov. Private Charters Year R ound. cvbradshaw icloud.com atrio o r oat.net

G E N E R A L L IV IN G C olleg es

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U n i v ers i ty of South C aroli n a A i k en

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7 Jefferson avis wy raniteville S 803.593.9231 atc. ed u Solomon la enmar S 803.793.5176 d en mark tech . ed u

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U n i v ers i ty of South C aroli n a Salk eh atch i e 5 James randt lvd Allendale, SC 29810 803.584.3446 us cs alk eh atch i e. s c. ed u

V oorh ees U n i v ers i ty 1897 Voorhees R d enmar S 803.780.1234 v oorh ees . ed u

3 niversity wy Aiken, SC 29801 803.641.5000 ai k en reg i on al. com

7 7 Allendale airfax wy Fairf ax, SC 29827 803.632.3311 ach os pi tal. org

5 arnwell wy enmar S 803.395.3352

L ocal N ew s papers T h e P os t & C ouri er: A i k en , N orth A ug us ta PO Box 456 Aiken, SC 29802 803.648.2311 ai k en s tan d ard . com, n orth aug us tas tar. com

e eo e entine

PO Box 1255 Barnwell, SC 803.259.3501 t e eo esentine . om

a nformation

South arolina has simpli ed income tax structure which follows the federal income tax laws. South arolina accepts the ad ustments exemptions and deductions allowed on your f ederal tax return with f ew modi cations. our federal taxable income is the starting point in determining your state income tax liability. d or. s c. g ov 51 | Thoroughbred Country Visitor Guide

L O C A L IN F O R M A T IO N

F or as s i s tan ce, pleas e call T h oroug h bred C oun try at 8 8 8 . 8 3 4 . 1 6 5 4 ( toll f ree) , v i s i t us on li n e at T B red C oun try. org or e it t e o a information rea s iste e o .

T h oroug h bred C oun try L ow er Sav an n ah C oun ci l of G ov ern men ts

PO Box 850 Aiken, SC 29802 ( Toll Free) 1.888.834.1654 Tourism@ LSCOG.org T B red C oun try. org

A i k en C oun ty A i k en C h amber of C ommerce 121 R ichland Ave E Aiken, SC 29802 803.641.1111 ai k en ch amber. n et

A i k en C oun ty V i s i tors C en ter 133 Laurens St NW Aiken, SC 29801 803.642.7557 d i s cov erai k en coun ty. com

A i k en V i s i tors C en ter an d T rai n M us eum 406 Park Ave SE Aiken, SC 29801 803.293.7846 v i s i tai k en s c. com

M i d lan d V alley A rea C h amber of C ommerce

103 Canal St Graniteville, SC 29829 803.392.7043 mi d lan d v alleyareach amber. w ord pres s . com

N orth A ug us ta C h amber of C ommerce 495 Brookside Ave North Augusta, SC 29841 803.279.2323 n orth aug us tach amber. org

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B amberg C oun ty B amberg C oun ty C h amber of C ommerce 604 Airport R d Bamberg, SC 29003 803.245.4427 bamberg coun tych amber. org

A llen d ale & B arn w ell Co nties

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218 Main St Barnwell, SC 29812 803.259.7446 so t ern a me ore iona

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C i ty of B arn w ell T ouri s m an d C ommun i ty D ev elopmen t 130 Main St Barnwell, SC 29812 803.259.3266 it o arn e . om

T R A N SP O R T A T I O N

A i rports A i k en R eg i on al A i rport

Aviation lvd Ai en. 3. .7 3 ocated 7 miles north of Ai en on S xit off . 7 acre modern facility with old fashioned southern hospitality. Resurfaced 5 5 ’ by ’ paved and lighted runway with 5 lb capacity. N OR and S approach. uel available. Rental cars catering rooms limousines available. ai k en reg i on alai rport. com

A llen d ale C oun ty A i rport

7 Airport oop airfax. 3.5 .3 or 3.5 .3 3 ocated one mile off S 7 . 5 5’ by 75’ paved and lighted runway. OR and S approach. angars and fuel available. Open 7 days a wee . am 5 pm during aylight Savings time. am 5 pm during S .

A ug us ta R eg i on al A i rport

5 Aviation ay Augusta A. 7 .7 .3 3 elta and American Airlines. ar rentals available. a s. om

B amberg C oun ty A i rport

7 Airport Rd amberg. 3. 5.5 ocated off S 7 . 3 ’ paved and lighted runway. No instrument approach. Open 7 days a wee . bamberg ai r. com

B arn w ell R eg i on al A i rport

55 Airport Rd arnwell. 3. 5 . ocated one mile from the city of arnwell on S 7 . wo runways 5 ’ by 7 ’ and 5 ’ by ’. oth lighted and paved. N approach. angars and fuel available. Open 7 days a wee . barn w ellreg i on alai rport. com

C olumbi a M etropoli tan A i rport

3 5 Airport lvd est olumbia.

3. .5 or .5 .5 Most ma or airlines served. ar rentals available. ae. com

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7 unbarton lvd arnwell.

3. 5 .55 bbf ord s ales . com

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sta Just 30 minutes f rom Aiken along the Savannah R iver, Augusta is known as the home of the Masters® Tournament and James Brown. Hike, bike, paddle, or ta e a guided etersburg oat our at the Augusta anal National eritage Area.

Stop in Augusta o. for information locally made goods and a rotating art gallery.

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C About 1.5 hours f rom most points in Thoroughbred Country. Visit R iverbanks Z oo, the South Carolina State House and the South Carolina State Museum.

Shopping and city tours are also popular options.

a es rra rmon About 1.5 hours f rom any part of the region to a maj or lake. Lake Murray sits west of Columbia. Lake Thurmond is j ust north of the region. e Coast .5 hours or less from most parts of the region. harleston Myrtle each and ilton ead are notable destinations along the coast. ith historic sites museums and a ractions li e the South arolina Aquarium the arolina Opry and Alabama heatre along with an abundance of golf courses restaurants and upscale shopping the South arolina coast offers a vast array of experiences. e o ntains 2.5 hours or slightly more to the mountainous regions of South arolina and North arolina. a e a hi e on waterfall spec led trails a boat tour on a e Jocassee or sightsee during the fall foliage season. rom the M entrum museum to neon glowing roc s at the ob ampbell eology Museum there is much to see and do.

C ar o e C About 2.5 hours f rom the region. K nown as the Q ueen City and home to the Carolina Panthers. Spend the day at Carowinds, an amusement park on the border of the arolinas. Or discover the history and heritage of NAS AR at the all of ame. t anta 3 hours from most parts of the region. xperience the NN enter Six lags Over eorgia and the orld of oca ola. n oy sports isit ruist ar home to the Atlanta raves or Mercedes en Stadium home to the Atlanta alcons. or more information on to rism o ort nities in o t Caro ina isit is o er o t Caro ina. om

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City of Aiken

55 | Thoroughbred Country Visitor Guide

City of North Augusta

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Town of Allendale

57 | Thoroughbred Country Visitor Guide

City of Bamberg

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City of Denmark

59 | Thoroughbred Country Visitor Guide

Town of Blackville

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City of Barnwell

61 | Thoroughbred Country Visitor Guide

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Williston

63 | Thoroughbred Country Visitor Guide

D I SC O V E R SO U T H C A R O L I N A

O th er SC T ouri s m R eg i on s C api tal C i ty L ak e M urray C oun try 2184 North Lake Dr Columbia, SC 29212 803.781.5940

lak emurraycoun try. com E x plore C h arles ton

375 Meeting St Charleston, SC 29403 843.853.8000

ch arles ton cv b. com

L ak e H artw ell C oun try 120 History Ln Pendleton, SC 29670 864.646.3782

lak eh artw ellcoun try. com L ow coun try an d R es ort I s lan d s 1 Lowcountry Ln Yemassee, SC 29945 843.717.3090

s outh caroli n alow coun try. com V i s i t M yrtle B each

1200 N Oak St Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 843.626.7444

v i s i tmyrtlebeach . com O ld 9 6 D i s tri ct

PO Box 448 Laurens, SC 29360 864.984.2233

v i s i told 9 6 s c. com

O ld e E n g li s h D i s tri ct PO Box 368 Fort Lawn, SC 29714 803.830.7286

old een g li s h d i s tri ct. com

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P ee D ee T ouri s m C ommi s s i on 2513 W Lucas St Florence, SC 29501 843.669.0950

peed eetouri s m. com San tee C ooper C oun try

9302 Old Number Six Hwy Santee, SC 29142 803.854.2131

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PO Box 3116 Greenville, SC 29602 864.233.2690

upcoun trys c. com or more information about th e South Caro ina sso iation of o rism e ions v i s i t SC A T R . com.

C li mate & Seas on al H i g h li g h ts Thoroughbred Country’s climate is generally mild and humid. Azaleas, dogwoods, wisteria and more show their beautiful colors in spring which starts in March. Summer begins in June with pleasant balmy days that become quite hot before the season’s end. Autumn brings a relief from extreme temperatures with lots of sunshine followed by beautiful fall foliage between late October and November. Mild winter temperatures bring out the best in colorful pansies and hardy camellias. Winter temperatures can reach 20-30 degrees, and on rare occasions we are treated with a light dusting of snow.

South Carolina’s annual hurricane season runs from June through November. Roadside stands offer a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables in season.

Stop by our State Welcome Centers for more information.

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