Anderson in Anderson County, South Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
Robert Anderson Memorial Fountain
Photographed By Brian Scott, May 3, 2011
1. Robert Anderson Memorial Fountain Marker
The idea for a memorial fountain to honor General Robert Anderson, the American Revolutionary hero for whom our county is named, was part of an overall plan to beautify downtown Anderson. Through the efforts of Mrs. Rufus Fant and the Anderson Civic Association, a small park was designed to surround the fountain, replacing the old hitching post area. Along the base of the fountain are the names of the officers of the Anderson Civic Association, the casting date "1905", and the dedication to General Robert Anderson.
The original location of the fountain was the east side of the downtown 1898 County Courthouse. In 1977, the fountain was moved several yards to the east for a more centered location in Johnston Park. It would remain in that location until it was dismantled in 1993. The fountain was in storage until a grass root fundraising effort, spearheaded by the citizens of Anderson County, saw the restoration of the fountain and its installation at the present museum location. The Robert Anderson Memorial Fountain is one of the most recognizable landmarks of Anderson County.
Erected 2010 by Anderson County Museum.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Man-Made Features • Patriots & Patriotism. A significant historical year for this entry is 1898.
Location.
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Other nearby markers. At least 10 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Old Reformer (within shouting distance of this marker); Frierson School House (within shouting distance of this marker); Orr Monument (within shouting distance of this marker); James Lawrence Orr (within shouting distance of this marker); Boy High School (within shouting distance of this marker); "Old Reformer" Cannon (within shouting distance of this marker); McGee Harness Shop (within shouting distance of this marker); Girls High School (within shouting distance of this marker); Virginia "Jennie" Gilmer (approx. 0.2 miles away); Anderson County Library (approx. ¼ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Anderson.
Also see . . .
1. Robert Anderson. Robert Anderson (1741 – 1813) was a brigadier general in the colonial militia and a surveyor. (Submitted on May 6, 2011, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina.)
2. Anderson County Museum. The Anderson County Museum collects, preserves, and interprets artifacts that document the history
Photographed By Brian Scott, May 3, 2011
2. Robert Anderson Memorial Fountain Marker
Photographed By Brian Scott, 1908
3. Robert Anderson Memorial Fountain
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4. Robert Anderson Memorial Fountain and Marker
Photographed By National Register Nomination Form, 1978
5. Robert Anderson Memorial Fountain, Courthouse Square
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6. Robert Anderson Memorial Fountain
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7. Robert Anderson Memorial Fountain
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8. Robert Anderson Memorial Fountain
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9. Robert Anderson Memorial Fountain -
Southeast Base
Southeast Base
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10. Robert Anderson Memorial Fountain -
North Inscription
North Inscription
Mrs. Rufus Fant
1st Vice-President
Mars. J.J. Fretwell
Secretary
Mrs. J.M. Patrick
Treasurer
Mrs. J.E. Breazeale
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11. Robert Anderson Memorial Fountain -
Southwest Inscription
Southwest Inscription
the Memory of
of General
Robert E. Anderson
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12. Robert Anderson Memorial Fountain -
Southeast Inscription
Southeast Inscription
Association of
Anderson, S.C.
1905
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on May 6, 2011, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 1,478 times since then and 40 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on May 6, 2011, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina. 5. submitted on September 17, 2010, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina. 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. submitted on May 6, 2011, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina.
