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Historical Markers and War Memorials
in Upstate Region

 
By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, November 6, 2021
Bolt-Bell House Marker
101 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Bolt-Bell House — c. 1907 —
On West Market Street west of South Prevost Street, on the right when traveling west.
This Victorian home was built by J. Thomas Bolt, great nephew of Oliver Bolt who operated the first electrified cotton gin in the world. J. Thomas Bolt was a cotton merchant, and owned B&B Motor Company. — — Map (db m185517) HM
102 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Boy High School —
On East Greenville Street (State Highway 81), on the right when traveling north.
The original Anderson High School sat on the corner of North Fant and East Calhoun Streets. All grade levels were taught despite being called a high school. This school burned down in 1904 and was rebuilt the following year. Due to overcrowding, . . . — — Map (db m65305) HM
103 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Building History / Major Frank R Thompson (1903-1977) —
Near North Main Street (State Highway 28).
Building History Built in the 1930s by Frank R. Thompson, this building was the main street depot for the Anderson Petroleum Company and Dixie Distributors, Inc., both successful petroleum distributors in Anderson, Oconee, Pickens, . . . — — Map (db m42762) HM
104 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Cathcart-Schonauer House —
On West Market Street at Webb Street, on the right when traveling east on West Market Street.
1892 — — Map (db m185542) HM
105 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Denmark Hall —
Near Boulevard (U.S. 29).
This building constructed in 1912 is named in honor of Dr. Annie Dove Denmark associated with Anderson College for 36 years, serving as President of the college from 1928-1953. Dr. Denmark was a resident of this dormitory during . . . — — Map (db m19738) HM
106 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Dr. Samuel Marshall Orr House —
On West Market Street, on the left when traveling west.
National Register South Carolina Department of Archives And History Marshall Orr House of Historic Places — — Map (db m54790) HM
107 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — 4-39 — Ebenezer Methodist Church —
On Due West Highway (State Highway 185) at County Road 17-60A, on the left when traveling west on Due West Highway.
[Front]: This church, formally organized by about 1800, is thought to be the oldest Methodist congregation in Anderson County. Circuit riders and other itinerant ministers held early services in a nearby brush arbor. Its first and second . . . — — Map (db m55621) HM
108 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Fant's Book Store -- 1851 —
On North Main Street, on the left when traveling south.
This store is the oldest business firm in Anderson. It has been owned and operated consistently by the same family for 175 years. Established by George W. Fant and originally named G.W. Fant & Son the store is an outgrowth of Dr. Edmund Webb's Drug . . . — — Map (db m21292) HM
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109 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — First Lady of the Skies —
Near Anderson Independence Mail Boulevard west of Freedom Way.
Famous aviator Amelia Earhart landed on an airfield near here on November 14, 1931. She was piloting a Beechnut Autogiro on a nation wide tour promoting Beechnut Products. It was shortly after completing this tour that she made her famous solo . . . — — Map (db m21250) HM
110 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — First Presbyterian Church —
On West Whitner Street (State Highway 24) west of Towers Street.
Organized Sept. 23, 1837 on land given by J. N. Whitner. First frame structure was built in 1839. Anderson's first cemetery is here, and city's first Sunday School was organized here about 1855. Present sanctuary's cornerstone was laid in 1879. . . . — — Map (db m10727) HM
111 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Flat Rock Cemetery Veterans Monument —
On Flat Rock Road at Glen Eddie Road (South Carolina Highway 475) on Flat Rock Road.
Serving Country and Jesus Christ Veterans Who Are buried in Flat Rock Cemetery [Left Column] Harry Drake, Daniel Y. Culbertson, J.C. Culbertson, Luther M. Borders, John T Neims, Charles A. Thornton, Berry Faine, Edward . . . — — Map (db m54779) HM
112 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Frierson School House — ca. 1886 —
Near East Greenville Street (State Highway 81).
Miss Sarah Jane (Janie) Frierson was a well known educator and the daughter of Dr. David Frierson, an early pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Anderson. Miss Frierson opened her one room school in the late 1880s. One room schools of this . . . — — Map (db m42189) HM
113 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — G. Ross Anderson Jr. Federal Building and United States Courthouse —
On South McDuffie Street at East Market Street, on the right when traveling north on South McDuffie Street.
Entered on the National Register of Historic Places December 13, 1971 Federal Building U.S. Courthouse Federal Postal Station Anderson, South Carolina Thomas Harlan Ellett Architect 1938 This . . . — — Map (db m19912) HM
114 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — G.F. Tolly Building -- c. 1910 —
On East Whitner Street at North McDuffie Street, on the left when traveling east on East Whitner Street.
This building was erected as the home of G.F. Tolly Furniture Company, an outgrowth of Anderson's first cabinet shop established at this site by Ezekiel George. George F. Tolly entered business with Mr. George in 1856. Later married George's . . . — — Map (db m42725) HM
115 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Gambrill House — Circa 1945 —
On Webb Street north of West Market Street, on the right when traveling north.
This original postwar bungalow was purchased by Anderson philanthropist and polio stricken Anne J. Gambrill in 1962. Remodeled by noted architect and landscape designer John W. Linley in a relaxed New Orleans style, the antique brick used throughout . . . — — Map (db m185526) HM
116 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Girls High School —
On East Greenville Street (State Highway 81), on the right when traveling south.
The Anderson County Museum is situated on the former site of Anderson Girls High School. The original structure, an imposing multi-story brick building, was built in 1918. At that time, both boys and girls attended the school known as Anderson . . . — — Map (db m42249) HM
117 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — 4-30 — Grace Episcopal Church —
On South McDuffie Street at East Reed Street, on the left when traveling south on South McDuffie Street.
Front This Parish, organized in 1851 with the Rev. Benjamin Webb as its first vicar, grew out of occasional Episcopal services held in Anderson as early as 1844. The first church here, a frame Carpenter Gothic building, was completed in . . . — — Map (db m10417) HM
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118 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — 4-2 — High Shoals —
On Broadway Lake Road at Belton Highway (U.S. 178), on the right when traveling east on Broadway Lake Road.
2.9 miles south on Rocky River Anderson Water, Light, & Power Co., organized in 1894 by William C. Whitner, was successful the next year in transmitting electricity over the distance of six miles to Anderson. This achievement was a . . . — — Map (db m88441) HM
119 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Historic Wilhite House — Antebellum
On South McDuffie Street south of East River Street (U.S. 76/178), on the right when traveling south. Reported permanently removed.
Home Of Dr. P.A. Wilhite Discoverer Of Ether — — Map (db m237474) HM
120 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — 4-13 — Hopewell Church —
On Hopewell Road, on the right when traveling east.
This Baptist church, which was first located about 1.5 miles northwest, was constituted in 1803. The congregation moved to the present 4.4 acre site after it was surveyed December 14, 1822. Two houses of worship were built here before 1891, when . . . — — Map (db m10668) HM
121 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — In Commemoration of Black Pioneers —
On East Church Street at South Main Street (South Carolina Highway 28) on East Church Street.
[Front]: Business Tenure Dr. N.H. Jenkins, M.D. 1907 1920 Dr. Moses Jenkins, Pharmacist 1907 1920 Stewart Anderson, Merchant 1913 1925 E.J. Thomas, Tailor 1918 1977 W.I. Peek, Mortician 1919 1941 Arfelton Adger, . . . — — Map (db m19914) HM
122 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — In Honor and Remembrance —
On White Street.
In Honor and Remembrance of the heroes and victims of September 11, 2001 and to celebrate the enduring spirit of all Americans. — — Map (db m19891) HM
123 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — In This Burial Ground —
Near West Whitner Street at North Towers.
In this burial ground the first public burial ground in the City of Anderson, S.C., rest fifty or more persons known only to God. This plaque is in honor of those unnamed persons who lived and died as a part of the Anderson . . . — — Map (db m54638) HM
124 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — James Lawrence Orr —
On East Greenville Street (State Highway 81).
Born August 29, 1852 Died February 26, 1905 ---------- Founder and President Orr Cotton Mills ---------- Honest and Fearless in the Discharge of Every Duty. Rest in Peace. — — Map (db m15269) HM
125 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Korean War / Viet Nam Veterans —
On East Greenville Street (State Highway 81), on the right when traveling south.
[Front] In honor of the Korean War veterans of Anderson County 1950-1955 [Reverse] In honor of the Viet Nam veterans of Anderson County 1964-1975 — — Map (db m10674) WM
126 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Lebanon Baptist Church — est. 1815 —
Near Gentry Road at Sanders Road.
At the Site of the Old Lebanon Church Cemetery. Relocated to Present Site in 1860. Present Sanctuary Built in 1911. — — Map (db m52076) HM
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127 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Lynching in America / Lynching in Anderson County — Community Remembrance Project —
On South Main Street (South Carolina Route 28) south of East River Street (U.S. 178), on the right when traveling north.
Lynching in America Between 1865 and 1950, at least 6,500 Black people were victims of lynchings in the United States. The abolition of chattel slavery was not accompanied by a commitment to equal rights or protection for Black people. In many . . . — — Map (db m237660) HM
128 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — M42A1 "Duster"
On Mall Road at Country Club Lane, on the left when traveling west on Mall Road. Reported missing.
• A mobile, full tracked, lightly armored antiaircraft & ground support weapon system. • Manufactured by Cadillac at the Cleveland Tank Arsenal in the 1950s. • Weight of 49,500 pounds and a crew of six. • Powered by a continental air cooled . . . — — Map (db m19918) HM
129 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Masonic Temple -- 1889 —
On East Benson Street west of South McDuffie Street, on the right when traveling east.
This is the second Masonic Temple to occupy this location. After its organization in 1848, Hiram Lodge No. 68 met in the second story of a store building on the east side of the square for several years. The first temple was erected at this . . . — — Map (db m38438) HM
130 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — McDuffie High School — "Home of the Fighting Scots" —
On South McDuffie Street, on the right when traveling north.
McDuffie High School stood proudly at this location from 1964 until 1996. Serving Anderson as a comprehensive vocational high school, McDuffie enrollment averaged 1000 students each year it was open. Many of Anderson's current . . . — — Map (db m59360) HM
131 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — McGee Harness Shop —
Near East Greenville Street (State Highway 81).
The McGee Harness Shop was located on the corner of West Benson Street in downtown Anderson. Mr. James L. McGee was listed in the 1905 Anderson City Directory as a dealer in stock, buggies, wagons, and harnesses. By 1910, the small shop located . . . — — Map (db m42151) HM
132 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — More Than Food: Savoring the Flavor of Dignity —
On West Church Street east of South Main Street.
“I was always told that if you wanted to amount to anything in life, you should be like the business people on Church Street. It was the most viable part of the black community. Besides that, there were very few places where . . . — — Map (db m312097) HM
133 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Mountain Creek Baptist Church —
On US Highway 29 at Norris Road ( Highway 104), on the left when traveling west on US Highway 29.
Organized in 1789 initially as an Arm of the Shockley Ferry Church. Known for a time as Bethesda. Cooper Bennett was its first pastor. The oldest church in the Saluda Baptist Association, it has been a Lighthouse for the lost and a . . . — — Map (db m10132) HM
134 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Mrs. J.D. Chapman —
Near White Street.
In Memory of Mrs. J.D. Chapman First President of Woman's Missionary Union Auxiliary to South Carolina Baptist Convention 1902-1907 1913-1930 Dedicated Christian Missions Leader of Vision and Ability Honored by Name of WMU State . . . — — Map (db m19867) HM
135 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — New Silver Brook Veterans Monument —
Near East Shockley Ferry Road (U.S. 29) north of White Street, on the right when traveling north.
In Memorial To All Veterans Who Have Served Their Country Honorably and Bravely. May They Rest in Peace. — — Map (db m57675) HM
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136 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — 4-14 — Old Hopewell Cemetery —
On East Greenville Street, on the left when traveling south.
Located 1.09 miles northwest, this cemetery marks the original site of Hopewell Baptist Church which was constituted in 1803. The cemetery contains graves of Revolutionary and Confederate veterans. Some graves are marked by field stones with . . . — — Map (db m10724) HM
137 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Old Silverbrook Veterans Memorial —
Near White Street.
In Memoriam To All Veterans Who Have Served Their Country Honorably and Bravely. May They Rest in Peace. — — Map (db m19886) HM
138 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — 4-26 — Oliver Bolt's Cotton Gin —
On West Whitner Street (State Highway 24) west of State Highway 1028, on the right when traveling west.
The first cotton gin to be powered by electricity transmitted over a long distance stood near this site on the farm of Oliver "Duck" Bolt (1847-1922). In 1897 Bolt, whose gin had previously been powered by a steam engine, contracted with the . . . — — Map (db m15161) HM
139 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Orr Mill Cemetery — Preserving Our Cemeteries —
On Sayre Street (U.S. 29).
Deeded to the City in 1992, these humble grounds are the final resting place for some Orr Mill employees and family members dating to the 1800s. Numerous graves are here, marked and unmarked, including infants. Help us improve these unique . . . — — Map (db m50102) HM
140 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Orr Monument —
On East Greenville Street (State Highway 81), on the left when traveling south.
The Orr Monument was never a tombstone, but a cenotaph, or memorial, to Colonel James L. Orr, son of South Carolina Governor James L. Orr. Colonel Orr was an Anderson native, the founder and president of Orr Cotton Mills, and a well known . . . — — Map (db m42246) HM
141 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Portman Dam and Power Plant —
On North McDuffie Street at Whitner Street on North McDuffie Street.
[Front Marker]: In 1889, the City of Anderson contracted with a 26 year old native son, an engineering graduate of the University of South Carolina, to build a steam power plant and water system for the city. Keeping up with the . . . — — Map (db m10697) HM
142 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — 4-1 — Portman Shoals —
On North McDuffie Street at Whitner Street, on the right when traveling south on North McDuffie Street.
Half mile West on Seneca River the Portman Shoals Power Plant, built by William C. Whitner, began in 1897 the transmission of high-voltage electricity over the longest lines then in use for that purpose in the United States. The . . . — — Map (db m10696) HM
143 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Pratt Hall —
Near Boulevard.
This building constructed in 1912 is named in honor of Dr. and Mrs. R.N. Pratt Outstanding Teachers at Anderson College Dr. Pratt - 1922-1927 Mrs. Pratt - 1922-1946 — — Map (db m19745) HM
144 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — R J Ginn House — circa 1910 —
On Webb Street south of West Whitner Street (State Highway 24), on the right when traveling south.
This house has been placed on the National Registry of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior — — Map (db m185521) HM
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145 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Ralph John Ramer House —
On Boulevard (Business U.S. 29) at Kingsley Road, on the right when traveling west on Boulevard.
The National Register South Carolina Department of Archives and History [Unreadable] of Historic Places — — Map (db m185543) HM
146 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Robert Anderson Memorial Fountain —
Near East Greenville Street (State Highway 81).
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 . . . — — Map (db m42186) HM
147 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — 4-23 — Roberts Church —
On State Highway 187 at Old Roberts Church Road on State Highway 187.
Organized in 1789 and sometimes called Simpson's Meetinghouse, this church is one of Anderson County's oldest Presbyterian churches. The Reverend John Simpson was the first minister, and the Reverend David Humphreys served here for 39 years until . . . — — Map (db m31002) HM
148 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — 4-49 — Rock Mills Undenominational Singing Convention —
On U.S. 29 north of Broadwell Mill Road, on the right when traveling south.
Mount Sinai Methodist Church (˝ mi. S) was the home church of the Undenominational Singing Convention, later called the Interdenominational Colored Signing Convention. Formed by 1895, the Convention held annual meetings mostly at local Methodist . . . — — Map (db m268388) HM
149 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Site of First African American High School in Anderson County — Reed Street High School —
On West Reed Street at South Towers Street on West Reed Street.
After another high school was built, Reed Street High was renamed Perry Elementary School. Perry Elementary later became known as Perry Child Development Center. This memorial is dedicated to the students teachers and principals who were a . . . — — Map (db m60542) HM
150 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Site of Rose Hill -- 1794 —
On West Whitner (State Highway 24) at Rose Hill Street, in the median on West Whitner.
The home of Judge Joseph N. Whitner, Anderson County's founding father, was located at the crest of this will. It stood until recent years when it was torn down. Judge Whitner was a South Carolina House of Representative from Pendleton District . . . — — Map (db m59361) HM
151 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — 4-7 — St. John's Methodist Church —
On East River Street (U.S. 76) near South McDuffie Street, on the left when traveling east.
Organized in 1828, this was the first church in Anderson. A log meeting house built in 1830 on West Benson Street served the church until 1858 when a frame building was erected on this site. A brick church replaced it in 1888. The . . . — — Map (db m10733) HM
152 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — St. Paul's Baptist Church -- 1865 —
On West Reed Street, on the right when traveling west.
This is the first Negro church established in Anderson County. It was founded immediately after emancipation and incorporated in 1873. The Rev. Philip Morris was its first pastor. The present edifice, built in 1903, replaced two earlier frame . . . — — Map (db m60543) HM
153 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Sullivan Hardware Co. -- 1875 —
On South Main Street (State Highway 28) south of West Benson Street, on the right when traveling south.
This building was erected in 1891 and has been the home of Sullivan Hardware Company since 1903. In earlier years it was occupied by the Alliance Store operated by Rufus Hill. The Sullivan Firm was founded as a general merchandise store by J.M. . . . — — Map (db m42745) HM
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154 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Sullivan Music Building —
Near Boulevard (U.S. 29) at Calhoun Drive.
This building was donated to Anderson College in 1914 by Mr. Charles S. Sullivan, Sr. to be used as the President's Home. In 1965 it was renovated to serve as the music building. — — Map (db m19804) HM
155 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — 4-41 — Temple B'Nai Isreal —
On North Oakland Avenue north of East Peachtree Street, on the right when traveling north.
Front Anderson's Jewish Community dates to the antebellum era but grew significantly after 1900 with the arrival of several families from Eastern Europe. This congregation founded as Temple B'nai Israel (Sons of Israel) as early as 1911. . . . — — Map (db m77333) HM
156 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — The Anderson Sports and Entertainment Complex —
Near Freedom Way.
Civic Center of Anderson - 1992 Chris Taylor Memorial Park - Dedicated 1998 Anderson Sports Complex - 1999 Anderson County Amphitheater - 1999 --------------------------- The Anderson County Sports and Entertainment Center . . . — — Map (db m36170) HM
157 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — The Church Street Heritage Plaza — “We were here.” —
On West Church Street west of South Main Street (State Highway 28).
Church Street was a thriving center for African-American commerce in Anderson, South Carolina from (circa) 1907 until 1980, when most of the buildings were torn down to make way for a parking lot. The citizens on Church Street were educated, . . . — — Map (db m185372) HM
158 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — The First Baptist Church Bell —
On Manning Street at East Church Street, on the left when traveling south on Manning Street.
Originally mounted in the church tower during the alterations to the building in the year 1892, and removed in 1976 when the old tower was razed. The bell is mounted here as a symbol of the influence on the community of this church for the . . . — — Map (db m11248) HM
159 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — The Four Way Test — Rotary International —
On South Main Street (State Highway 28), on the right when traveling south.
In 1932, Rotarian Herbey Taylor created The Four Way Test, a code of ethics adopted by Rotary 11 years later. The test, which has been translated into more than 100 languages, asks the following questions: Of the things we think, say or . . . — — Map (db m62432) HM
160 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — The Greeley Institute — 1870 - 1954 —
On South Fant Street, on the left when traveling south.
The Horace Greeley Institute Trust was established in 1870 in the name of abolitionist Horace Greeley. Because the trust was to be used for the advancement of the education of "Freedmen and their Children," a school, known as the Greeley Institute, . . . — — Map (db m61078) HM
161 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — The H.H. Watkins Teaching Center —
On Kingsley Road, on the right when traveling north.
In Memory of Henry Hitt Watkins 1866-1947 and Maude Wakefield Watkins 1870-1963 This building was made possible through the generosity of Judge and Mrs. Watkins, the South Carolina Baptist Convention, and other dedicated friends . . . — — Map (db m19816) HM
162 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — The Hole —
Near Old County Farm Circle.
This structure is called a "sweatbox" and was commonly used throughout the United States as a government-recommended method of disciplining prisoners during the mid-1900s. It was very much despised and feared by the prisoners, who referred to it as . . . — — Map (db m19917) HM
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163 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — The J.E. Rouse Dormitory —
On Kingsley Road, on the right when traveling north.
Erected 1962-63 Named in honor of Dr. John Edward Rouse Baptist Leader, Friend of Youth Champion of Education President of Anderson College 1957-73 This dormitory is named to honor him in grateful recognition of his . . . — — Map (db m19829) HM
164 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — The Old Reformer —
Near East Greenville Street (State Highway 81), on the left.
Though not engaged in actual warfare since the Revolutionary War, when it was used by both the American and British Army, this old cannon has had much to do with the making of South Carolina history. It came into this section, first in 1814, in . . . — — Map (db m21310) HM
165 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — The Original Back Door Step —
Near Flat Rock Road at Glen Eddie Road ( Highway 475), on the right when traveling south.
The Original Back Door Step of the Flat Rock Union Church Dedicated October 9, 1988 Flat Rock Presbyterian Church Chartered November 10, 1888 Flat Rock Baptist Church Chartered November 17, 1832 — — Map (db m54639) HM
166 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — The Wilton E. Hall Bridge —
On Interstate 85 south of Highway 187.
Named in honor of Wilton E. Hall Publisher of The Anderson Independent and Daily Mail For his dedicated service to Anderson County and South Carolina — — Map (db m19493) HM
167 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Thompson Centennial United ME Church -- 1867 —
On West Market Street near South Murray Avenue ( Highway 81), on the right when traveling east.
This was the second Negro church founded in Anderson. It was organized at a meeting of approximately 15 persons at the home of the Rev. Henry A. Mikell, who served as the first pastor. A lot was purchased from Bale Clayton for $100 and a small . . . — — Map (db m11745) HM
168 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — 4-11 — University Hill —
On South Main Street (State Highway 28) at Johnson Street, on the right when traveling south on South Main Street.
Three educational institutions have been in this immediate area: Johnson Female University (1856-63) named for William Bullein Johnson; the Carolina Collegiate Institute (about 1866-90) under W. J. Ligon; and Patrick Military Institute (1887-1900), . . . — — Map (db m10524) HM
169 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Vandiver Hall — Whyte House / White Building —
Near Boulevard.
Whyte House The west wing of this building was constructed in 1920 and is named in honor of James Primrose Whyte Dean and beloved Professor of Literature and Sociology at Anderson College from 1918 to 1922. John E. White . . . — — Map (db m19784) HM
170 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Veterans of All Wars —
On 2609 U.S. Highway 29 (U.S. 29) south of Cox Road, on the right when traveling south.
This flagpole is erected to the memory of an in honor of our fighting forces who have defended this country in all wars. — — Map (db m60011) HM
171 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Vietnam Veterans Monument —
On Standridge Road, on the right when traveling north.
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. Vietnam 1957 --- Dedicated to the memory and honor of all Anderson County Vietnam veterans. They will always be remembered for their sacrifices and their . . . — — Map (db m84131) WM
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172 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Virginia "Jennie" Gilmer —
Near North Fant Street at Greenville Street ( Highway 81).
Out of Whose Vision, Leadership and Love to Humanity was Born a New Hospital Virginia "Jennie" Gilmer is widely recognized as the founder of Anderson's first hospital, which over the years evolved into Anmed Health, the largest private . . . — — Map (db m59427) HM
173 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Weather Reporting Station —
On Old County Farm Circle.
This structure once housed the Anderson County Airport's Weather Reporting Station. Located across the street where the Civic Center is now and constructed in 1931 at a cost between $5500 and $6000, this building was designed to provide shelter . . . — — Map (db m15327) HM
174 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — Westview Cemetery World War Casualties Memorial —
Near Sayre Street (U.S. 29), on the right when traveling south.
In Memory of World War Casualties War No. I Thomas Adjer Scott Hill Ollie Rutledge War No. II James Joyner Johnnie M. Leroy Frank Lewis John M. McBride Mayor Richard A. Shirley City Manager John R. . . . — — Map (db m49493) HM
175 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — William Arthur Floyd — May 1, 1945 - May 13, 1999 —
Near County Road 16, on the right when traveling east.
William A. Floyd, a man of vision, served Anderson County as the first African-American elected to the Anderson County Council. He touched the lives of many county residents in various ways, as a husband, father, teacher, coach, councilman, . . . — — Map (db m21328) HM
176 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — 4-12 — William Bullein Johnson — 1782 - 1862 —
On South Manning Street near East Church Street, on the left when traveling south.
President of Triennial Southern, South Carolina Baptist Conventions. Johnson Female University founded here in 1848 as Johnson Female Seminary was named for him because of his support for female education. From 1853 to 1858, while Chancellor of . . . — — Map (db m10526) HM
177 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — William Church Whitner — Centennial Anniversary of Duke Power —
On Main Street.
Native son William Church Whitner developed the concept and spearheaded financing for the first hydroelectric plant to transmit power over a long distance in the South. On May 1, 1895, electricity travelled six miles from a generator at High . . . — — Map (db m10695) HM
178 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — William Law Watkins — Meals on Wheels Center — Anderson County —
On South Fant Street at East Whitner Street, on the right when traveling north on South Fant Street.
This facility was originally built in 1951 and was the cafeteria for the McCants Middle School. Renovation of the space for Meals on Wheels was completed in 2000 to allow for the expansion of the successful community program, which was begin in . . . — — Map (db m59442) HM
179 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — World War I and II Veterans —
On East Greenville Street (State Highway 81), on the right when traveling south.
i>[Front] In honor of the World War veterans of Anderson County, 1914-1918 Erected by the American Legion Auxiliary W.H. Hudgens Unit No. 14 1933 [Reverse] In honor of the World War veterans of Anderson . . . — — Map (db m10673) WM
180 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Anderson — World War I Memorial —
On East Greenville Street (State Highway 81), on the right when traveling south.
. . . — — Map (db m10681) HM
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181 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Belton — "Lord, We Are Grateful" —
On Mitchell Road at Highway 146, on the left when traveling north on Mitchell Road.
On this site stood the third building erected by Whitefield Baptist Church. The building was used by the Congregation for worship and fellowship until 1957. Erected as a memorial to God's blessings by his people at this sacred place. — — Map (db m36637) HM
182 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Belton — Belton / Historic Belton —
On Holmes Street, on the left when traveling south.
Belton The Tennis Capital of South Carolina Tennis Anyone? Long know as the Tennis Capital of South Carolina, Belton's tennis history can be traced back over 110 years. An 1892 edition of the Anderson Intelligencer . . . — — Map (db m35564) HM
183 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Belton — 4-40 — Belton Academy / Central School —
On Myrtle Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Belton Academy This site, on a lot donated by Dr. George Brown, was the location of a school for more than a century, Belton Academy, a private school with a classical curriculum, opened ca. 1851 as the town grew up around the new railroad . . . — — Map (db m81782) HM
184 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Belton — Belton Depot —
On North Main Street (U.S. 76) at Highway 247, on the right when traveling south on North Main Street.
Replacing the wooden structure located across the street that had served the Belton Community since 1853, the brick Southern & Blue Ridge Combined Railway Depot was designed in 1907 and completed by 1910. In the heyday of passenger and freight train . . . — — Map (db m31012) HM
185 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Belton — Belton Veterans Memorial —
On Blue Ridge Avenue at Bannister Street on Blue Ridge Avenue.
[Front Center]: In this place we honor all those who served in the Armed Forces and reflect upon their dedication to duty and country. We recognize the hardships they endured to protect our freedoms and the ultimate sacrifice of life . . . — — Map (db m10757) HM
186 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Belton — 04-42 — Chamberlain-Kay House —
On River Street (State Highway 247) at William Street on River Street.
This house, built c. 1854 for railroad supervisor Charles C. Chamberlain, was among the first homes constructed in Belton. When the town incorporated in 1855, Chamberlain was chosen as the first intendent. Ira Williams, who was active in . . . — — Map (db m87307) HM
187 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Belton — Dorchester Baptist Church World War II Veterans Plaque —
Near Dorchester Road.
In honor of the men and women serving our country Dorchester Baptist Church 1941-1945 Breazeale, Thomas C Cox, James B Cox, William N Cox, Fred N Cox, Charles M Fullbright, Bessie V Fullbright, Ralph M Keys, William R . . . — — Map (db m36667) HM
188 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Belton — First Baptist Church of Belton —
Near Anderson Street (U.S. 76).
In Memory of the Founders and Members of the First Baptist Church Belton, S.C. Which Stood on This Site 1861 - 1882. — — Map (db m50323) HM
189 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Belton — 4-36 — Greenville & Columbia RR / Belton —
On North Main Street (State Highway 20) at Anderson Street (U.S. 178), on the right when traveling south on North Main Street.
Greenville & Columbia RR The Greenville & Columbia Railroad, founded in 1845, began construction in 1849. It reached Greenville in 1853, with a branch at this point to Anderson - the Blue Ridge Railroad. The town of Belton grew up around the . . . — — Map (db m35635) HM
190 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Belton — Latimer Memorial Methodist Church —
On River Street (South Carolina Route 247) at Green Street, on the left when traveling east on River Street.
Est. in 1876, the Belton Methodist Episcopal Church, South, was chartered with 44 members, including the Harris, Smith, McGee, and Pinson families. Rev. John Attaway (1835-1903) was its first pastor while serving the Sandy Springs . . . — — Map (db m276589) HM
191 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Belton — Rocky River Baptist Association Headquarters — 1917 Union High School 1937 —
On Union High Drive near Smith Lane.
This building served as a classroom and dormitory for the former Union High School Dedicated "To The Glory of God" July 20, 1991 The Reverend R.H. Mitchell -- Moderator at Renovation Dr. Earl J. Mathis -- At Dedication . . . — — Map (db m10752) HM
192 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Belton — The Belton Standpipe —
On McGee Way near Campbell Street, on the left when traveling east.
The National Register of Historic Places: The Belton Standpipe Dedication Plaque: The Belton Standpipe Historical Landmark Built 1908, Restored 1990 Placed on the State and National Archive's Register 1987 Mayor . . . — — Map (db m31166) HM
193 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Easley — 4 44 — Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church —
On Old Greenville Highway (South Carolina Route 88) at Pisgah Road, on the left when traveling west on Old Greenville Highway.
Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church was founded in 1791 as Brush Creek Church with 10 members. In 1809, the church name was changed to Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church. The early church included white and African American members. In 1824, the 2nd church building . . . — — Map (db m238531) HM
194 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Easley — 4-24 — Pickens Cemetery —
On Three and Twenty Road (State Highway 485), on the left when traveling south.
This land, Cherokee territory until 1777, became the final resting place after the American Revolution for early pioneers who settled the area. A number of soldiers of the Revolution are buried here including Robert Pickens, who served in the . . . — — Map (db m9087) HM
195 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Easley — 4-35 — St. Paul Methodist Church
On Brushy Creek Road at Colonel Johnson Road, on the right when traveling west on Brushy Creek Road. Reported missing.
[Front]: This church, founded in 1803, held its first services in the home of John Wilson and was first known as Wilson's Chapel. That year the congregation bought two acres here from George Head; the first church on this site was built . . . — — Map (db m47088) HM
196 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Honea Path — 4-9 — Barkers Creek Baptist Church —
On Honea Path Highway (State Highway 252) at Barkers Creek Road, on the right when traveling south on Honea Path Highway.
Founded in 1821, this is the boyhood church and burial place of Olin D. Johnston. He was decorated for bravery in World War I, served in the S.C. House of Representatives, was twice Governor of S.C., in 1935-1939 and 1943-1945, and U.S. Senator from . . . — — Map (db m9335) HM
197 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Honea Path — 4-27 — Carnegie Library —
On North Shirley Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
Honea Path is the smallest town of the fourteen South Carolina communities with libraries funded by the Andrew Carnegie Foundation. Dr. John Wright, Mayor John Humbert, and Miss Jennie Erwin were leaders in obtaining the $5000 grant. The Honea . . . — — Map (db m10759) HM
198 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Honea Path — Chiquola Baptist Church Bell —
Near East Greer Street (U.S. 76), on the right when traveling west.
Rang from 1924 until 1959 August, 1980 Rang for 75th Anniversary Mr. Ben L. Davis (Uncle Ben, as he was called) rang the bell until his retirement in 1958. The bell was rung at 9:00 am and 10:00 am and 10:30 am and 11:00 am. . . . — — Map (db m38380) HM
199 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Honea Path — Chiquola Mill Monument —
Near Chiquola Avenue.
[West Inscription]: James David Hammett March 16, 1868 April 16, 1924. ----- The founder and president of this company. ----- "And what doth the lord require of thee but to do justly, love mercy and walk humbly with . . . — — Map (db m37530) HM
200 ► South Carolina, Anderson County, Honea Path — 4 45 — Craytonville —
On Trail Road (South Carolina Route 20) at Clinkscales Road, on the right when traveling south on Trail Road.
(Front) Once Cherokee hunting grounds, the area was opened in 1784 by settlers obtaining grants for Revolutionary War service. Listed on early maps as Craytons, this crossroad became a thriving community in the early 1800s, featuring a . . . — — Map (db m238535) HM

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