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Organized in 1868 by Rev. Samuel Loomis during the Chester Mission, Carmel was a worship center for the students and faculty of Brainerd Institute. It's programs continue to focus on the religious training of African American youth.

Call the church or the Chester County library (803-377-8145) for detailed directions and more information. The Chester County Cemetery survey needs your help in locating abandoned and rural church cemeteries and in taking rosters of rural African-American church graveyards. If you are interested or have questions, call Tally Johnson at 803-377-8145.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Fishdam Ford

Fishdam Ford was the site of the battle on November 9, 1780, in which Gen. Thomas Sumter's men repelled a night assault by Maj. James Wemyss and the British 63rd Regiment. Gen. Sumter had camped at Fishdam Ford in order to draw off troops from Lord Charles Cornwallis'

Chester, SC Other Attractions

Carmel United Presbyterian Church

Organized in 1868 by Rev. Samuel Loomis during the Chester Mission, Carmel was a worship center for the students and faculty of Brainerd Institute. It's programs continue to focus on the religious training of African American youth. Call the church or the Chester County library (803-377-8145)

Chester, SC Churches

Bethlehem Baptist

Predates the Civil War, cemetery. Call the church or the Chester County library (803-377-8145)

Chester, SC Other Attractions


Black Rock Baptist

Founded in 1853 by the Rev. Leroy Featherstone. Call the church or the Chester County library (803-377-8145) for detailed directions and more information.

Chester, SC Other Attractions

Things to do near Chester, SC

Pig on the Ridge

In 2006, Pig on the Ridge had over 70 teams participating in its barbeque cook-off. The event includes a street party, a clas...

Cheraw State Park

Natural beauty and great golf come together at Cheraw State Park. An 18-hole championship course winds i...

Cheraw Country Club

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 1 days...

Wesley United Methodist Church

"Rebuilt" in 1915, this was the childhood church of famed jazz artist Dizzy Gillespie....