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Carmel United Presbyterian Church


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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.


Hours:

  • Hours Year-round: Special tours by appointment.

Address: 134 Walnut ST
Chester,SC 29706

Phone: (803) 385-5471

Come visit us in Chester, South Carolina

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Chestnut Grove Ame Zion

Only African-American Spanish-American War Veteran's grave in the country. Please call the church or the Chester County library (803-377-8145)

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Zion Pilgrim Baptist Cemetery

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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 &

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Fishdam Ford

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Chester County Historical Society Museum

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