On Great Falls Highway (State Highway 97) at Chester Avenue (State Highway 99), on the left when traveling east on Great Falls Highway.
The skirmish which took place here at Alexander's Old Fields, now Beckhamville, on June 6, 1780, was the first victory for S.C. Patriots after the fall of Charleston. A band of Whigs under the command of Captain John McClure attacked and routed . . . — — Map (db m13688) HM
On Hopewell Church Road at Aiken Creek Road, on the left when traveling east on Hopewell Church Road.
In memory of
Burrel Hemphill
killed by
Union Soldiers
Feb. 1865
although a slave
he gave his life
rather than betray
a trust
He was a member of Hopewell — — Map (db m81337) HM
On State Highway 97 at Old Catholic Church Road, on the right when traveling east on State Highway 97.
Divergent Presbyterian groups held services in this area as early as 1759. Rev. William Richardson, active in the area, is credited with unifying and naming them in 1770. The cemetery contains many graves of Revolutionary and Confederate . . . — — Map (db m13687) HM
Main Text
When people look for a home, one consideration is convenience to a grocery store. The bald eagles that nest here had something similar in mind: access to their favorite food - fish - in the Catawba River. When keen eyes on a handy . . . — — Map (db m95437) HM
Canal Trail (orange) This trail is an easy 1.25 miles one way, starting from either the Park Office parking or the south entrance parking area. Total round-trip time is about 2 hours. The trail follows Landsford Canal, which was built in the . . . — — Map (db m95432) HM
Near Park Drive near Landsford Road (South Carolina Highway 843), on the right when traveling north.
As a boat approached the canal traveling south on the Catawba River, the patroon, or river boat pilot, first saw the diversion dam. The dam consisted of piles of loose stone on the river bottom. The dam projected from the bank at roughly forty . . . — — Map (db m13722) HM
Landsford Canal is located along the banks of the Catawba River in the South Carolina Piedmont. Because this region sits atop a fall line, it features changes in elevation that produce shoals and rapids. In the 19th century, merchants bypassed . . . — — Map (db m95431) HM
On Main Street at Gadsden Street, on the right when traveling east on Main Street.
In 1806
Aaron Burr, while passing
through Chester a prisoner,
dismounted on this rock and
appealed in vain to the
citizens for help. — — Map (db m14273) HM
The following jewelry stores have occupied the lower floor of this building; Brandts, Robinsons, Royals, & Runyans. The original clock tower has been removed. From 1820 to 1853, two courthouses (one wooden & one rock) stood in front. The town . . . — — Map (db m94952) HM
On Lancaster Street (State Highway 9) at Wilson Street, on the left when traveling east on Lancaster Street.
This institute grew out of an 1866 school for freedmen; it became Brainerd Institute in 1868 when the Board of Missions of the Presbyterian Church in New York appointed Rev. Samuel Loomis to help establish churches and schools among the blacks near . . . — — Map (db m14280) HM
On Gadsden Street (State Highway 72) at Main Street (State Highway 9), in the median on Gadsden Street.
[South Side]
C.S.A.
This monument guards the memory
of the men of Chester District
who obeying the call of their state
died for the Confederate cause.
U.D.C.
Time may crumble this marble into dust
but time can not dim their . . . — — Map (db m14269) WM
On Main Street (State Highway 72) 0.1 miles west of Wylie Street, on the left when traveling east.
This courthouse, built in 1852, was designed by Edward Brickell White (1802-1888) of Charleston, whose work was greatly influenced by Robert Mills. Additions by Alfred D. Gilchrist of Rock Hill in 1896 and 1928 included three-story rear wings and a . . . — — Map (db m14276) HM
Chester County's fifth courthouse replaced three others in the city & the first courthouse was located (1785-1791) at John Walker's House in the Lewis Community.
In 1928, the 3-story rear wings were added, & in 1975 interior renovation[s] . . . — — Map (db m94944) HM
The chief hotel, was in operation as early as 1835 & stood on this site. Other hotels have been located here. Portions of this building date as early as 1854. — — Map (db m94951) HM
Proudly we pay tribute to the
members of our organization who
answered the call to the colors
in World War II
Jake S. Colvin, Jr.
T.W. Barrett, Horace R. Harris
Charles M. Bell, Robert R. Ritchie
John A. Crosby, Dewey O. Snead . . . — — Map (db m94954) WM
About Chester State Park
Chester State Park has been a local haven for retreat and recreation since it was built by the men of the Civilian Conservation Corps in the late 1930s during the Great Depression. Nestled in 523 secluded acres . . . — — Map (db m94827) HM
Near Steele Village Road at Fishing Creek Church Road.
SC Militia under General Thomas Sumter
Justice of the Peace
Tax Inquirer & Collector
Member Committee of Elections
Member, 1st & 2nd Provincial Congresses
Member, General Assemblies — — Map (db m13767) HM
On Main Street (State Highway 72`), on the left when traveling north.
This War Between the States era cannon is one of four similar cannon discovered February 1986, on the grounds of Calvary Baptist Church, Chester, S.C. All four cannon were spiked with shells and each had the trunnions and cascabel knobs broken . . . — — Map (db m94942) HM
On Main Street (State Highway 72), on the left when traveling north.
This War Between the States era cannon is one of four similar cannon discovered February 1986, on the grounds of Calvary Baptist Church, Chester, S.C. All four cannon were spiked with shells and each had the trunnions and cascabel knobs broken . . . — — Map (db m94946) HM
On Steele Village Road at Fishing Creek Church Road, on the right when traveling north on Steele Village Road.
Presbyterian church reportedly est. 1752. Present building, enclosed with brick in 1958, dates from 1785. Cemetery contains pioneer settlers and veterans of many wars. — — Map (db m121921) HM
On Gadsden Street at Main Street, on the right when traveling east on Gadsden Street.
Historic downtown Chester, established as the county seat in 1971, features the Confederate Monument, Cistern, Civil War Cannon, and Aaron Burr Rock landmarks. This area, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, still serves as a hub of . . . — — Map (db m14267) HM
Near Steele Village Road at Fishing Creek Church Road.
[Front Side]
In Memory of
The Reverend John Simpson
1740-1808
Wife
Mary Remer
1743-1812
Minister
Educator
Soldier
Patriot
Married 1765- New Jersey
Graduated Princeton College with high honors 1768
Studied . . . — — Map (db m13799) HM
On Main Street, 0.1 miles west of Wylie Street, on the left.
Dedicated
November 11, 1932
to the memory of
the boys who entered the
service of their country
from Chester County
and who gave their lives
in the World War
Names on marker front:
Robert L. Atkinson Walter Campbell . . . — — Map (db m14279) HM
Near Park Drive near Landsford Road (South Carolina Highway 843), on the right when traveling north.
At several points along its path, the canal crossed natural streams flowing toward the river. To avoid damage to the fragile canal bed, the streams were channeled under the canals through culverts. This arch culvert consisted of a wing wall on the . . . — — Map (db m13740) HM
Near Park Drive near Landsford Road (South Carolina Highway 843), on the right when traveling north.
Not far from the Guardlock, the canal passed under a wooden bridge. Cut stone abutments on each bank supported the simple wooden truss structure. This was the first of four bridges that crossed the canal on it two mile path beside the river. The . . . — — Map (db m13739) HM
Near Canal Road (State Highway 330) near Landsford Road (State Highway 843), on the right when traveling east.
The most heavily traveled road in Colonial America passed through here, linking areas from the Great Lakes to Augusta, GA. Laid on ancient animal and Native American Trading/ Warrior Paths. Indian treaties among the Governors of NY, PA, & VA and the . . . — — Map (db m13719) HM
On State Highway 9 at Morrison Road, on the right when traveling east on State Highway 9.
Two miles south, at Cedar Shoals on the south side of Fishing Creek, was the home of John Gaston, Esq., Justice of the Peace under both the Royal and State governments. Though advanced in years, he was the leading spirit in arousing resistance to . . . — — Map (db m13758) HM
On Catawba River Road (U.S. 21) at Landsford Road (State Highway 843), on the right when traveling north on Catawba River Road.
[Front Side]
Located about 4 mi. E., this ford, an early Indian crossing, was probably named for Thomas Land who received a nearby land grant from the Crown in 1775. Used by Patriot and British armies during the American Revolution. Later . . . — — Map (db m13757) HM
Near Park Drive near Landsford Road (South Carolina Highway 843), on the right when traveling north.
A vital link in South Carolina's internal improvements program of the 1820's, the canal stands as a monument to the following men who typified the South Carolina spirit during this first great era of public works building: William R. Davie, . . . — — Map (db m13720) HM
Near Park Drive near Landsford Road (South Carolina Highway 843), on the right when traveling north.
Near its halfway point, the canal passed the mill complex built by William Richardson Davie around 1810. This mill sawed lumber and ground grain, both by use of water power. A waste weir at the entrance to the complex regulated the level of water in . . . — — Map (db m13744) HM
Near Park Drive near Landsford Road (South Carolina Highway 843), on the right when traveling north.
It is this upper section of the canal that has best survived periodic flooding in tact. The canal bed is not always straight but curves in several places to follow the contour of a natural hill. By cutting into the hill along a constant level and . . . — — Map (db m13745) HM
Near Park Drive near Landsford Road (South Carolina Highway 843), on the right when traveling north.
During the Nineteenth Century the rivers of South Carolina Piedmont were notorious for flooding. This lock was used to safely lower boats into the canal when high river levels threatened to damage the banks and structures. During periods of normal . . . — — Map (db m13723) HM
On U.S. 21 at Waterview Drive, on the right when traveling north on U.S. 21.
At this site on August 18, 1780 General Thomas Sumter camped with captured booty and 800 men. He was surprised and defeated by Lt. Col. Tarleton and 160 soldiers. The disaster followed only two days General Gate's defeat by Lord Cornwallis at . . . — — Map (db m13690) HM
On Catawba Road (State Highway S-20-20) 0.4 miles east of Peay Ridge Road (State Highway S20-268), on the right when traveling east.
Here in 1780-81
was the British post
Rocky Mount
Unsuccessfully
attacked by
Gen. Sumter
Aug. 1, 1780.
Col. Andrew Neel
and 7 privates killed. — — Map (db m228191) HM WM
On West End Road (State Highway 215) 0.5 miles west of Store Road, on the left when traveling east.
On the east side of Broad River by an old Indian fish dam, General Thomas Sumter's camp was attacked before dawn on November 9, 1780 by the British 63rd Regiment and a detachment of the Legion, led by Major James Wemyss. The American campfires . . . — — Map (db m13685) HM
On State Highway 909, on the right when traveling north.
Front The state of Pennsylvania authorized the “Thirteen Original Colonies Bicentennial Covered Wagon Train” as an official Bicentennial project. It was one of five such trains that traveled across the country to reach Valley . . . — — Map (db m55707) HM
On State Highway 9, on the right when traveling west.
Dedicated by resolution of the Commission in recognition of the work and service of Senator Wilbur G. Grant in making possible this Reservoir and water system, for the people of Chester County.
E.J. Fowler, Chairman; Robert H. King, Secretary; . . . — — Map (db m55723) HM
