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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.
Rocky Creek And Cedar Creek Reservoir
Rocky Creek and Cedar Creek Reservoir is a 800 acre man-made lake on the Catawba River. It is also known as "Stumpy Pond"
Great Falls, SC Other AttractionsBurrel Hemphill Monument Hopewell ARP Church
Burrel Hemphill, a slave in the household of Robert Hemphill during the Civil War, was reportedly tortured to death by Union troops for refusing to disclose the location of the family's silverware and other valuables. A monument erected in his honor reads: "
Blackstock, SC ChurchesEL Bethel UMC
This church and cemetery dates to before the Civil War. Please call the church or the Chester County library (803-377-8145) for detailed directions and more information.
Chester, SC Other AttractionsMetropolitan A.M.E. Zion Church
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.
Chester, SC ChurchesColvin Farm Bed And Breakfast
Colvin Farm is a tranquil 12 acre retreat in the rolling hills of the Piedomnt. The relaxed and comfortable 1835
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