Conway in Horry County, South Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
The Historic Brick for this Park
Photographed By J. J. Prats, February 26, 2017
1. The Historic Brick for this Park Marker
The historic brick for this park was donated in memory of Martha Ann Ray by her family, Allen L., JoAnn and Gregory Allen Ray.
The brick was acquired by the Ray Family in 1969 when the St. John’s Hotel (circa 1836) in Charleston, South Carolina, was demolished. The family utilized the brick to build their home on 7th Avenue. The remaining brick was untouched until 2012 when the Ray Family donated the brick to this park for the emjoyment of Conway residents and visitors.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Architecture. A significant historical year for this entry is 1836.
Location. 33° 50.169′ N, 79° 2.809′ W. Marker is in Conway, South Carolina, in Horry County. Marker is at the intersection of Main Street (Business U.S. 501) and 4th Avenue, on the left when traveling north on Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Conway SC 29526, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Welcome to Kingston Park! (a few steps from this marker); Woodward Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Old Horry County Courthouse (about 500 feet away, measured
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Photographed By J. J. Prats, February 26, 2017
2. 4th and Main Park and Marker
Photographed By J. J. Prats, February 26, 2017
3. The Park at 4th and Main, Conway, North Carolina
Credits. This page was last revised on June 25, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 26, 2017, by J. J. Prats of Powell, Ohio. This page has been viewed 239 times since then and 55 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 26, 2017, by J. J. Prats of Powell, Ohio.
