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Begun in 1866 as a brush arbor church, built of poles, tree branches and bushes by freed slaves. The first wooden structure was built by the church's congregation in 1874. It was replaced by the current brick Romanesque Revival building in 1913.

Please 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

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



Chester First Baptist

First church founded in the city of Chester in 1836. Please call the church or the Chester County library (803-377-8145) for detailed directions and more information.

Chester, SC Other Attractions

The Pinckney Inn

An 18th century victorian home, the Pinckney Inn has a spacious executive suite located in downtown Chester. Suite has living area/bedroom/bathroom & kitchen. Also a smaller suite has bedroom with couch, kitchennete and bath. Weekly &

Chester, SC Businesses

Things to do near Chester, SC

Rock Around The Clock Festival

A variety of Bands and entertainers, "Rock" around the oldest continuously running clock in the nation, built 1833, in histor...

Honeysuckle Acres Bed & Breakfast

Four column, white Colonial Home styled in the manner of a small European guest house on seven park-like acres. Perfect for ...

Guest House Inn

Small town inn, continental breakfast, and restaurants nearby. Modem line in rooms. AAA, AARP, and government discounts avail...