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Formerly the Leigh Banana Case Company Commissary, the old general store moved to its present location in the early 1950's and now houses the studios of Elizabeth Ringus,Paw Print Pottery and Larry Price,The Naturalist along with other local artisans. Larry Price is an award-winning and nationally recognized nature photographer who specializes in South Carolina wildlife and nature areas. His wife, Rosie, operates a framing studio at the Little Red Barn Gallery. Liz Ringus is a nationally known potter who specializes in SC traditional face jugs, spongeware decoration on stoneware pottery and other functional pieces. Visitors can even watch the pottery turned before their eyes! The gallery features the work of local artists on display, including quilts and jams made by Mennonite women, handmade soaps and herbal products by African-Americans,jewelry by native Americans, watercolor and acrylic artists, bird houses, folk art painting, spun and woven wool and cotton rugs, shawls and laprobes, baby items and even dog coats and cat scarves! Visitors delight in the special attention received by the gallery's furry mascots Miss Kitty,and Peanut.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Bethlehem Baptist Church

This is one of the few pre-Civil War churches organized by African-Americans for African-Americans. The original church was constructed in 1829 and donated in 1868 to the African-American Baptist congregation which was holding services there. The present building was constructed in 1898

Barnwell, SC Churches

Lake Brown

Lake Brown is a 100 acre fishing lake provided by the South Carolina Dept. of Natural Resources. Public access is through public boat ramps and a fishing pier. There are some boat/

Barnwell, SC Other Attractions

Pat?s Peaches

Approximately 15 varieties of peaches are shipped under the brand of Pat's Pride. In addition to peaches, Pat'

Barnwell, SC Other Attractions

Carolina Lodge

Best value rates in town! All rooms are newly renovated. All Free High Speed Internet Available. All rooms have coffee makers, hair dryers, microwave/refrigerator, alarm clock, 25 inch color tv with remote, iron and ironing board. "Come As A Guest & Leave As A Friend"

Barnwell, SC Businesses

Church Of The Holy Apostles

Built in 1856 of pine in the typical Gothic style of the English Parish Church, this Episcopal sanctuary was used as a stable for Union horses by Gen. Kilpatrick during Sherman's 1865

Barnwell, SC Churches

Things to do near Barnwell, SC

Days Inn

Conveniently located near shopping and dining. Large, spacious rooms. Jacuzzi suites available.also Free Hot Delux Breakfas...

Crossroads RV Park

Exclusive RV section with large lots, landscaping, paved streets, paved parking, streetlights and patios Pets welcome with s...

Aiken Center For The Arts

The Aiken Center for the Arts serves the public through the five exhibition galleries, art classes and workshops for all age...

Foxfire Motel

Located near the site of the Masters Golf Tournament. Ten miles from downtown Aiken....