In its gothic design and historical relevance in the area, Arundel sits on the Pee Dee River as a solemn reminder of its history. As home to several slaves, and being a leading rice producing area, the site stands as one of the last slave houses of the Arundel Plantation.
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Arcadia Plantation Cemetery
Home to a total of three families, Arcadia served as the area’s leading rice producer and biggest rice plantation. Today it is deemed a historical site and can be visited to see the massive and beautiful architecture.
Andrews, South Carolina
Andrews South Carolina has had its phases from farmland to industrialization. Though not completely successful, Andrews serves as a historical town and home to schools and a public library.
Holy Cross Faith Memorial Episcopal Church
Originally two churches: Holy Cross and Faith Memorial, used by the plantation owners for their enslaved workers to attend. After emancipation, the two congregations came together to form one of the region’s only surviving historic African American Episcopal congregations. Its rich history intertwined with the African American lives affected provides a powerful and welcoming atmosphere to its patrons today.
Also the site of Miss Ruby’s School, known as Baskervill, and a free medical clinic initiated by Dr. Cathcart Smith.
Georgetown Museum
From historical items to rare documents, the Georgetown Museum’s artifacts span from prehistory to the recent past. With its free admission and preservation of the past, tourists from everywhere can enjoy.
Georgetown Rice Museum
If you are in the Georgetown area, be sure to stop by to explore the success and process of the rice farming of the area. Also houses one of the best curated gift shops for Gullah artists and craftsmen in the area. From the Old Market to the Town Clock, these wonders will leave you amazed.