Historical crossing known for its intersectionality of culture and transportation. With history lying in its wartime and present, the community is now home to many. You can find pastimes as well as attractions here to delve into the history of the area.
Georgetown County
Brookgreen Charge
Brown Chapel, Heaven’s Gate, St. James
With all being related churches to one another, the Brookgreen Charge is a unit of Methodist churches within the Myrtle Beach and Murrell Inlet areas. Led overall by Rev. Deborah Patterson, each church is located and welcome to all, each providing its own flare and personality, as well as respective service times.
Bethesda Baptist Church and Bethesda Cemetery
In the past down ownership, Bethesda Baptist was first adopted shortly after the Civil War. Since then, it has been a place of worship and history. This site is also a part of the Gullah Geechee Historic Corridor and can be visited during the off and on times of congregation.
Bethel Cemetery
Both historically and culturally significant, Bethel Cemetery holds those from previous and present. With over 3,500 buried there, the cemetery also provides a view into the artistic style of design.
Bethel AME Church
As becoming the first separate African American congregation started by Augustus T. Carr, Bethel AME Church stands as a beacon for hope and equality in the area. With a rich uproot and powerful reminder, today the site is still home to worshippers alike. Bethel AME also serves as a cultural research center and continues its mission for progression.
Benna Venna Plantation
Cultural landscape within the Georgetown area, it is one of the other rice plantations that lead the area in economic growth and expansion. The area also serves as a historical and relevant site for Gullah Geechee culture and language.