Other Attractions

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.
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.

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Getting There & Details

Address
102 Church STChester,SC 29706
Phone
(803) 377-7187
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While You're in Chester

More Things to Do

Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Black Rock Baptist

Founded in 1853 by the Rev. Leroy Featherstone. Call the church or the Chester County…

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Bethlehem Baptist

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

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Brainerd Institute

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

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Bethel UMC

Founded in 1837 and built in 1898. Please call the church or the Chester County…

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