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Chester, South Carolina

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Brainerd Institute

This institute grew out of an 1866 school for freedman. It became Brainerd Institute in 1868

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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'

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Mt. Prospect Methodist

Built c. 1851, this church still has an intact slave gallery. Call the church or the Chester County library (803-377-8145) for detailed directions or for more information.

Chester, SC Other Attractions


Chester State Park

Chester State Park has been a haven for hiking, picnicking, boating and fishing for the surrounding communities in the South Carolina Piedmont ever since it was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s.

Chester, SC State Parks

Things to do near Chester, SC

EL Bethel UMC

This church and cemetery dates to before the Civil War. Please call the church or the Chester County library (803-377-8145) ...

Lake Wateree Properties

Quiet, peaceful. Several small, rustic cabins fronting on Lake Wateree....

Relax Inn

Located near Interior Alternatives Outlet and Front Porch Country Cooking Restaurant. Discounts available. Pets allowed. Truc...

Cheraw Lyceum

The Lyceum (c. 1820) began as a chancery court, became the Lyceum Meeting Room and private library, served as Cheraw's first...