Clemson in Pickens County, South Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)

Blue Key National Honor Fraternity Gateway

Photographed by Brian Scott, December 26, 2011

1. Blue Key National Honor Fraternity Gateway
North Marker

Inscription.
[North Plaque]: Dedicated by
Blue Key National Honor Fraternity
Clemson University Chapter
April 6, 1997

History of the Original Gates The will of Thomas Green Clemson called for the establishment of a "high seminary of learning" where students could study science and mechanical art. According to Mr. Clemson, the University would become a "people's university," and open its doors of higher learning to all South Carolinians, rich and poor alike.

These stone columns mark the original formal gateway to Clemson University. The original gates were constructed from field and river stone in 1915, 26 years after the founding of the land-grant institution known then as Clemson Agricultural College in November 1889. This landmark served as a meeting place for cadets and travelers throughout the decades.

The columns and walls are constructed in the Arts and Crafts architectural style, a pre-World War I style which calls for a minimum of mortar, sand, and other materials. The current gates were renovated in 1932 with wash stone obtained from the Seneca River, now part of Lake Hartwell. They stand as a proud memorial of our history.

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1995-96 and 1996-97 Blue Key National Honor Fraternity members at Clemson University proudly provided the planning, organization, and sponsorship of the Blue Key Endowment. Funds from this endowment have been used to renovate the original formal gates to Clemson University.

The Blue Key Chapter represents a cross-section of the University's most outstanding students in terms of leadership, scholarship, and achievement. Blue Key, founded at Clemson University in 1932, has more than 1,400 alumni members.

Presidents of Clemson Blue Key Chapter (1932-1997)

Erected 1997 by Blue Key National Honor Fraternity, Clemson University Chapter.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Education • Fraternal or Sororal Organizations. A significant historical month for this entry is April 1860.

Location. 34° 40.45′ N, 82° 48.75′ W. Marker is in Clemson, South Carolina, in Pickens County. It is on Pendleton Street (State Highway 28), on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Clemson SC 29631, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in South Carolina’s and pstate,

in the Foothills, in the Golden Corner. It is also in the American South,

specifically in the Deep South,

in Appalachia,

and specifically in Southern Appalachia. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region,

North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the original Cherokee Nation,

the territory of the Mississippian Culture,

one of the original Thirteen Colonies,

one of the Confederate States of America,

and the Antebellum South.

Other nearby markers. At least 10 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Hanover House (approx. 0.3 miles away); a different marker also named Hanover House (approx. 0.3 miles away); a different marker also named Hanover House (approx.

Photographed by Brian Scott, December 26, 2011

2. Blue Key National Honor Fraternity Gateway
North Marker

0.3 miles away); a different marker also named Hanover House (approx. 0.3 miles away); The Hayden Conference Center (approx. 0.4 miles away); Log House (approx. half a mile away); Hunt Cabin (approx. half a mile away); Dr. Luther W. Baxter (approx. half a mile away); The Camellia Garden (approx. half a mile away); Hosta Garden Donors (approx. 0.6 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Clemson.

Also see . . . Thomas Green Clemson. Thomas Green Clemson, (July 1, 1807 – April 6, 1888) was an American politician and statesman, serving as an ambassador and the United States Superintendent of Agriculture. (Submitted on June 17, 2012, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina.)

Blue Key National Honor Fraternity Gateway<br>South Marker<br>List of Doners image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Brian Scott, December 26, 2011

3. Blue Key National Honor Fraternity Gateway
South Marker
List of Doners

Photographed by Brian Scott, December 26, 2011

4. Blue Key National Honor Fraternity Gateway
North Marker

Blue Key National Honor Fraternity Gateway<br>South Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Brian Scott, December 26, 2011

5. Blue Key National Honor Fraternity Gateway
South Marker

Blue Key National Honor Fraternity Gateway image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Brian Scott, December 26, 2011

6. Blue Key National Honor Fraternity Gateway

Credits. This page was last revised on April 18, 2021. It was originally submitted on December 27, 2011, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 986 times since then and 166 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on December 27, 2011, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina.