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VISIT CLEMSON
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outdoor
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Central Disc Golf Parks Waterfalls Jocassee Gorges Clemson Experimental Forest Golf Lakes & Rivers
attractions
10 Victoria Valley Vineyards 11 Things to See & Do 13 Table Rock Tea
culture: arts & entertainment
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Performing Arts Visual Arts Libraries Festivals & Events
heritage
23 Clemson Farmers Market 24 Tales of the Past
yesterday
www.visitclemson.com local eats
31 Restaurant Spotlights 32 Area Dining List 33 Aunt Sue’s Country Corner
lodging
34 Area Accommodations
shopping
35 Retail Spotlights 38 Area Stores List
31 Pickens County History
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Central disc golf course earns high marks among participants Since opening in 2012, the Grand Central Station Disc Golf course has been a popular attraction for residents and for tournaments it has hosted. The 18-hole course, located at 270 Sanders Road in Central, is owned and operated by the Town of Central Parks and Recreation Department. Located on 35 acres and surrounded by fields, hills, bottom lands, creeks and pine forests, the course was designed around the town’s railroad theme and history from its signage on the course to design features. Central Parks and Rec director Tom Cloer, who also serves as assistant town administrator, said Bryan Shaupp first approached the town about the idea in late 2008. The town had already purchased property for future recreation but was unable to do anything with the land until it is paid off sometime around 2023. “Bryan asked if we could partner and design a small course, so we obtained some grant funds and began construction with mostly volunteers from the Upstate Disc Golf Club,” Cloer said, adding that the total cost was approximately $25,000 including bridge construction, all 18 hole disc golf baskets and several tee boxes. After the first year, Cloer said interest in the course “skyrocketed” and other grants allowed expansion of the course to take place. Last year, Cloer said the town obtained an additional seven acres that will 4 | VISIT CLEMSON
house the disc golf holes in the middle of the field where a future ballpark will be going. Future plans for the site, along with the disc golf course, include a new entrance off Summit Drive behind the Central-Clemson Indoor Rec Center, a multi-purpose field and stadium and multi-purpose practice field, playground, walking trail and mountain bike trail. Cloer said the disc golf course is 6,636 feet long, with the longest hole on the course being No. 6 (1,050 feet). The course is the third longest free play course in South Carolina and is ranked by Disc Golf Review in the top five in the Southeast and Top 10 nationwide. During its more than five years of www.visitclemson.com
operation, the course has hosted a number of tournaments. The Upstate Disc Golf Club and Clemson University host six to eight major tournaments a year, including the HUK Central for 100 professional and amateur disc golfers across the country. Free play for the community is allowed the remainder of the time the course is open. The course also draws amateur and professional players from across the country and serves as the home course for both Southern Wesleyan University and Clemson University. The Collegiate Disc Golf Tournament has also been hosted at the site, with not only Clemson and South Carolina competing but also Alabama, Georgia Tech, Charlotte, Winthrop and Gardner-Webb. Cloer said major improvements have taken place at the course, including completion of the new bathroom facility set to open later this month once it passes final inspection; installation of new video surveillance cameras for safety purposes, installing half of the new concrete tee pads and creating a new “island” hole by bringing in rocks. Clearing for the additional seven acres has also started in order to allow tournament players to have an additional nine holes. Hours of operation are from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. For more information on the Grand Central Station Disc Golf Course, please call Cloer at 864-639-2177.
NATURAL BEAUTY: GEMS OF THE UPSTATE ➤ TRAILS
Sassafras Mountain, Any South Carolinian will agree that one of the most spectacular views in the Palmetto State is from the peak of Sassafras Mountain. At 3,560 feet, it’s the highest point in South Carolina. And a newly paved road leads drivers nearly all the way to the top. “From where you park you only have to walk about 200 feet to get to the top,” Foothills Trail Conference executive director Heyward Douglass said. “Just a few years ago, that road was so crummy you almost needed a four-wheel drive to get up there.” Not everyone wants a lift, though. Others like more of a challenge. Hikers can ascend Sassafras Mountain from two different approaches. Either they can start at the bottom and hike seven miles to the top (where they’ve parked another car for a quicker descent), or they can take an easier path. “About halfway up the mountain the trail crosses the road,” Douglass said. “Lots of people will park there, hike up and hike back down. It’s about five miles round trip.” The summit is open to the public without restriction. It is 100 yds. up a paved trail. Four states can be viewed from the summit: Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. To learn more, visit vclem. us/sassafras. Hagood Mill, Located just three miles north of Pickens, Hagood Mill hosts a variety of events as well as folk life and traditional arts demonstrations. From storytelling and banjo extravaganzas to blues concerts and cooking on an open hearth, the mill offers something for everyone of all ages. The centerpiece of the Hagood Mill historic site is the water-powered 1845 gristmill. One of the finest examples of 19th century technology in the Upstate, it operates just as it has for the last century-and-ahalf. In the old mill, fresh stone-ground corn meal, grits, and wheat flour are available for sale as well as rye flour, buckwheat flour, grits and organic yellow corn meal and grits. For more information, go to vclem.us/hagood or call (864) 898-2936. Doodle Trail, Once a railroad running between the cities of Pickens and Easley, the Doodle Trail is now paved and available to walkers, runners, roller bladers and bikers. The Doodle freight line got its name because of the route it ran between the two towns. The train could not turn around, so it was often compared to a doodlebug. With a relatively flat terrain, the 7.5-mile trail has no more than a three-percent grade. So visitors of all ages — from the very young to the young at heart can enjoy an afternoon on the Doodle Trail. To learn more, visit vclem.us/doodle. Town Creek Bike Park, Dirt jumps, raised half-log trails, wooden banked turns and a 4,000-foot flowcoaster are just a few of the features of the Town Creek Bike Park in Pickens.
The Appalachian Lumber Greenway is an eightfoot wide path connecting the Pickens Recreation Center and the Playground of Promise. The trail follows the historic railroad route of the Appalachian Lumber Company. With nearly 100 acres, this state-of-theart park is attracting riders of all levels from across the Southeast. To learn more, visit vclem.us/tcbp.
➤ CITY PARKS
W.C. Nettles Park, located on 102 Nettles Road adjacent to Issaqueena Trail is our largest park that holds the administrative offices for our Parks and Recreation department. Nettles also has two youth baseball fields, one girls softball field, two adult softball fields, seven regulation tennis courts, and two regulation soccer fields, all lighted. The park also has a play structure, picnic shelter and restrooms. Nettles Parks also houses our Dog Park. You can find it at the rear of the park near the soccer fields. Ashley Dearing Park, located at 1020 Berkeley Drive, offers a lighted baseball field, play structure, picnic area and shelter and restrooms. Clemson Park, located on Clemson Park Road off Frontage Road, has two lighted tennis courts, a picnic area, shelter and grills. The park also has play structures and restrooms. Jaycee Park, located on College Avenue and Edgewood Avenue, Jaycee Park is a shady park with picnic tables and play structure located right beside Catherine Smith Plaza and Fountain in downtown Clemson. Mountain View Park, located on Lake Hartwell at the end of Mountain View Lane, has a 1-mile walking trail, Public Access boat ramp, 9-hole disc golf course, and picnic areas. Abernathy Waterfront Park, located along Lake Hartwell and Keowee Trail, is a linear waterfront park just over ½-mile long. The park also has picnic areas and lake access. This linear waterfront park trail is just over .5 miles long. The walking trails consist of paved pathways and boardwalks. It can be accessed off Keowee Trail Road. Gateway Park, Clemson, The parks walkways are a combination of paved surfaces, pervious concrete, and soft mulch bedding. Gateway Park is a passive park and contains no ball fields, basketball courts, or playground equipment. Access is off SC Hwy. 93. To learn more about city parks, visit vclem. us/cityparks.
➤ COUNTY PARKS
Mile Creek Park (Pickens), This park is a large peninsula with three “islands” at the end and over 7 miles of lakefront offering wawww.visitclemson.com
ter views/access in almost any direction. More than two-thirds of the 69 RV and tent campsites offer direct access to Lake Keowee and all have water and electrical hook ups as well as fire rings. With hiking trails, boat ramps, ample parking for cars and trailers, a large dock and a sandy-beach swimming area, the Park takes advantage of all Lake Keowee has to offer. Numerous picnic sites, each with a table and grill, provide ideal locations for day visitors picnicking with family and friends. The Park offers four play areas, two with playground equipment, as well as a basketball court and sand volleyball court. Park Hours: 7am until 10pm. For more information, see vclem.us/milecreek or call (864) 868-2196. Chau Ram (Oconee), Chau Ram County Park is located at the confluence of the Chauga River and Ramsay Creek is Oconee County’s “Best Kept Secret”. With a 40-foot waterfall and Oconee ’s longest suspension bridge, Chau Ram has something to offer for everyone. Visitors can enjoy hiking/biking trails or go tubing and fishing on the river. Many campers use the park as a base when going rafting on the nearby Chattooga River. Shelters and a recreational building are also available. Open March - November. High Falls (Oconee), High Falls County Park is nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. This 44-acre park is located on Lake Keowee. The park store offers a variety of convenient items and is located in the park’s focal point, The Alexander/Cannon/Hill House. The house was built in 1830, and is one of the last remaining pieces of the area’s history. Among its amenities are 100 campsites, a boat ramp, two shelters, a recreational building, miniature golf, a softball field, volleyball, and horseshoes. South Cove (Oconee): South Cove is located on Lake Keowee and offers a variety of day use facilities as well as lakeside camping. Fishing, boating, sailing and water skiing are readily ac2018 Official Visitors Guide | 5
cessible via two park boat ramps. Day use facilities include lighted tennis courts, a volleyball court, playground areas, a handicapped accessible fishing pier and a sand beach for sun bathing. The day use area also provides picnic tables and grills. Camping is provided with 46 campsites on the waterfront.
➤ STATE PARKS
Table Rock State Park This picturesque park features two lakes, a campground, mountain cabins, meeting facilities and an historic lodge. The park serves as a trailhead for the 80-mile long Foothills Trail through the wilderness along the Blue Ridge Escarpment. Trails through the forested park also include one that leads to the top of Table Rock Mountain itself. Driving along Highway 11 in the Upstate, no one can miss Table Rock. The mountain towers like a backdrop to the 3,000-acre park. With several trails to choose from, hikers can take a leisurely stroll along the Carrick Creek loop or a strenuous climb to the top of Table Rock. The park also serves as an access point to the 80-mile Foothills Trail, which connects several of South Carolina’s state parks. And natives and visitors can cool off their feet after a long hike by dipping their toes in the old-fashioned swimming hole on one of the park’s lakes. This State park boasts of quite a few hiking trails. The Foothills Trail, 80-mile footpath. Pinnacle Mountain Trail, fairly strenuous 3.3 mile trail (one way). Ridge Trail, rugged strenuous trail connecting Pinnacle Mountain and Table Rock Trails. Mill Creek Pass, connects the Pinnacle Mountain Trail and Ridge Trail. The Carrick Creek Loop Trail is a moderate 1.8 mile loop. For more info and a complete list of trails in Table Rock State Park, (864) 8789813. Admission is $2 for ages 16 and older and $1.25 for South Carolina seniors. Park hours: Spring-Fall: Su-Th 7am-9pm, Fri-Sat 7am-10pm; Winter: Su-Th 7am-7pm, Fri-Sat 7am-9pm Keowee-Toxaway State Park Meander along the trickles and cascades of Poe Creek and stand on a boulder that juts out over Lake Keowee and offers one of the most stunning views in the Upstate — all at Keowee-Toxaway State Park. Providing access to 18,500 acres on Lake Keowee, the park is like the front porch of the Jocassee Gorges. Walking along the trails, hikers might see abundant wildflowers in the spring. Rare species such as the Alleghany spurge and ginseng, or other more common flora such as the wild iris, violets, Indian pink trillium and various orchids. Raven Rock Trail, bordering Poe Creek and the Natural Bridge Trail is one of the best locations for viewing wildflowers. Lake Hartwell State Recreation Area This lakefront park’s information center 6 | VISIT CLEMSON
Yellow Branch Falls
Issaqueena Falls
Riley Moore Falls displays a wide variety of vintage fishing equipment. And, of course, 56,000-acre Lake Hartwell maintains a reputation for top-flight angling, including for striped and hybrid bass, largemouth, crappie, bream and catfish. In addition to lake access, there is a park store, hiking, camping and unique, affordable one-room camper cabins. They feature bunk beds, a porch and electricity but no running water or bathrooms. The campground facilities are nearby. Lake Hartwell State Recreation Area is located just off Interstate 85 at the South Carolina-Georgia border Admissions: $2/ adults; $1.25/ U.S. seniors; Free for age 15 and younger Office Hours: 11am-noon & 4pm-5pm (extended during Daylight Savings Time from 9am-7pm). Park closes at dark. For more information about South Carolina State Parks in the area, go to vclem.us/ stateparks.
➤ WATERFALLS
The Upstate abounds with breathtaking waterfalls. Following is a list of our local favorites, all within 40 minutes of Clemson. Issaqueena Falls: Beginning from the parking area for the Stumphouse Tunnel, the www.visitclemson.com
15-minute hike to Issaqueena Falls is an easy excursion for even the beginning hiker, and it’s rich in lore and history. That’s why it is no stretch to lump this 100-foot cascade among the most popular in the Clemson area, and among the most beautiful. Also in the park is the Stumphouse Tunnel, which is 25 feet high, 17 feet wide, and although it was not completed, extends 1,617 feet into the mountain. You can walk to the end of the tunnel, but be aware there may be water and you will need a flashlight to find your way. Directions to the falls: From Clemson drive south on SC Highway 123 to SC 28. Take this road through Walhalla and continue for 6.9 miles and turn right into Stumphouse Tunnel Park. Park and walk across the footbridge on the west side of the parking lot. Riley Moore Falls: (Sumter National Forest) This 12-foot high waterfall makes up in beauty what it lacks in size. Located on the Chauga River it requires a one mile, moderate hike of about 45 minutes. Directions to the falls: From Clemson, take US Highway 123 to Westminster; drive west on U.S. Highway 76 for 7.5 miles and turn right onto Cobb Bridge Road; drive 1.6 miles and turn left onto Spy Rock Road; drive 1.8 miles and park by the side of the road. Chau Ram Falls: There is no hike required to see the picturesque falls created when Ramsey Creek cascades over massive boulders and then flows on into the Chauga River. The falls is a short walk from the parking lot of Oconee County’s Chau Ram Park, located two miles west of Westminister on SC Highway 76. Yellow Branch Falls: This moderately difficult out-and-back trail leads you to the base of a spectacular 50-foot vertical cascade. Starting from the parking area, you will hike approximately .2 mile on the Yellow Branch Nature Trail, before you come to the junction with the Yellow Branch Falls Trail. You will pass through groves of dignified hardwoods and cross meandering creek bottoms before turning to circumnavigate the steep terrain. In the winter when the trees are bare, you can see the Walhalla vicinity as you hike. Wear sturdy shoes and use extra caution during wet conditions as this trail skirts the edges of deep ravines. Conversely, if it hasn’t rained for some time, the falls may be just a trickle of water over a series of ledges. Directions: From Clemson drive south on SC Highway 123 to SC Highway 28 and continue through Walhalla 6.8 miles. Turn left turn into Yellow Branch Picnic Ground, and hike in .2 mile on the Nature Trail (from either end) to the Yellow Branch Falls Trail. Hike 1.3 miles to the falls. Station Cove Falls: An easy, 30-minute hike through a gorgeous Appalachian cove forest takes you to Station Cove Falls, a stepped 60-foot waterfall that forms from headwaters atop Station Mountain. In the spring and summer, countless wildflowers bloom along the trail. You may see trillium,
mayapple, pink lady’s slipper orchids, bloodroot, and redbud. Directions: From Clemson drive south on SC Highway 123 to SC Highway 28 and continue to Walhalla. Turn north on SC 11 for 6.3 miles and turn left (northwest) onto Oconee Station Road. Drive 2.4 miles to the trailhead on the left (parking is limited to four cars). Additional parking is available at Oconee Station State Historic Site picnic area. The 0.5-mile hike begins behind the bulletin board. For a complete listing of the area’s 30-plus waterfalls, please visit vclem.us/waterfalls. Town Creek Trail, Pickens: This trail offers a nice 2.5 mile leisurely stroll along Town Creek and through the woods. Located adja-
cent to Pickens Playground of Promise. For more information call, (864) 878-6421. For the more adventuresome hiker, a variety of trails can be found in the immediate area.
This site has over 72 different routes varying from 2 miles to 98 miles, with everything in between. Other Bike Trails and Mountain Bike trails criss-cross the Clemson Area.
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Eastatoe Creek Heritage Preserve Trail, Pickens: This is a moderate 1.7 mile (one way) path that takes you to the Eastatoe Creek Heritage Preserve. This is an easy trail most of the way, but drops steeply to the gorge for the last .5 mile. Hours are dawn to dusk. Other attractions include the Foothills Trail, Jumping Off Rock and Laurel Fork Heritage Preserve. Bike trails in the immediate area range from easy to difficult with most of them providing ample viewing opportunities of Lake Hartwell or the area’s nearby mountain range. Issaqueena Lake & Dam Trail, Clemson: Located in Clemson University’s Experimental Forest. The 17,500 acre forest is home to over 50 miles of trails. These trails are used by hikers, cyclists and equestrians alike and range from easy to moderate. Access is off Old Six Mile Rd. For more information call, (864)653-7649. For our enthusists who prefer to bike on pavement, check out- www. mapmyride. com/find-ride/unitedstates/sc/Clemson.
Issaqueena Lake & Dam Trail, Clemson: Located in Clemson University’s Experimental Forest. The 17,500 acre forest is home to over 50 miles of trails. These trails are used by hikers, cyclists and equestrians alike and range from easy to moderate. Access is off Old Six Mile Rd. For more information call, (864)653-7649. Lawrence Trail, Clemson: This is an easy 2 mile trail located on the Santee Cooper property at the Anne Springs Close Greenway. Fants Grove (Twin Lakes) Mountain Bike Trails, Clemson: Trail(s) are located in and around the Twin Lakes Recreation area on beautiful Lake Hartwell. They are listed as “easy” and can be accessed off Fants Grove Road and then following the directional signs. For more information, vclem. us/cef Issaqueena Lake & Dam Trail, Clemson: Located in Clemson University’s Experimental Forest. The 17,500 acre forest is home to over 50 miles of trails. These trails are used
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➤ GOLF
If golf is your sport, the Clemson area has a lot to offer, including the Walker Golf Course at Clemson University. You can play where the Tigers play. Practice your swing and experience Clemson golf on the 18-hole championship Walker Course, one of most prominent golf courses in South Carolina. Designed by DJ DeVictor, the Walker Course serves as home for the Clemson University 2003 NCAA national champion golf team. It is designed to accommodate golfers of all skill levels, the course measures 6,911 yards in length from the Tiger tees and a very playable 5,934 yards from the white tees. The course’s signature Tiger Paw hole is featured as Hole Number 7 in a list of “The Dream 18 of South Carolina: Hidden Gems” on the Professional Golfers’ Association’s website. Pickens and Oconee County have several other public courses. Among them are: The Walker Course at Clemson University 18 holes, 6220 yards, par 72 210 Madren Center Drive, Clemson 864-656-0236 Pickens Country Club 18 holes, 6220 yards, par 72 1018 Country Club Rd., Pickens 864-878-6083 Boscobel 18 holes, 66449 yards, par 71 1221 Summers Drive, Pendleton 864-646-3991 Oconee Country Club 18 holes, 6007 yards, par 71 781 Richland Road, Seneca 864-882-8037 To learn more about golf courses near Clemson, visit vclem.us/golf. Grand Central Station Disc Golf Course The longest “free to play” course in South Carolina. Great for all ages. 270 Sanders Road, Central SC. For more information, vclem.us/grandcentral.
➤ LAKES & RIVERS
There are few places in the world that provide the opportunity to enjoy so many different kinds of water in such close proximity. There are three major lakes – Hartwell, Keowee and Jocassee; The Wild and Scenic Chattanooga River and waterfalls in abundance. Lake Hartwell Has 56,000 acres of water with 962 miles of shoreline bordering Georgia and South Carolina, making it one of the largest lakes in the southeast and ready for all forms of water activity. 8 | VISIT CLEMSON
Boat Ramps Lawrence Bridge Road Twelve Mile Twin Lakes Oconee Point Coneross Lake Hartwell State Recreation area Lake Keowee Covers 18,372 acres with more than 300 miles of shoreline. The mountain views are stunning from almost anywhere on the lake and there are numerous islands ideal for parking the boat and having a picnic. Boat Ramps Cane Creek Access Area Crow Creek Access Area Fall Creek Access Area Gap Hill Landing High Falls County Park Keowee Town Access Area Lake Keowee Marina Mile Creek Park South Cove County Park Stamp Creek Access Area Warpath Access Area Lake Jocassee Includes 7,565 acres of crystal clear water and 75 miles of shoreline. It is one of the deepest lakes in the area and has several waterfalls into the lake. The most undeveloped shoreline plus the mountain views make Jocassee the lake of choice for those who want to experience the undisturbed beauty of nature.
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Boat Ramps Devils Fork State Park Double Springs Campground The Wild and Scenic Chattooga River Provides quiet water for trout fishing; rushing white water for rafting and areas that are perfect for kayaking, canoeing or just sitting beside – or in – and enjoying the views. Three organizations provide whitewater rafting on the Chattooga River: Nantahala Outdoor Center Southeastern Expeditions Wildwater Rafting Rentals Elkmont Trading Company Rent kayaks and canoes; retail shop for all outdoor recreation activities. 100 Liberty Dr, Clemson 864-653-7002
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Upstate Scuba 500 Old Greenville Hwy Ste 7, Clemson 864-653-3483 Tri-County Boat Rentals Six Mile 864-617-9187 To learn more about the lakes and rivers near Clemson, go to vclem.us/water. Gaddy’s Lakeview Outfitters/Palmetto Shades 1044 Tiger Blvd 864-643-0190 www.visitclemson.com
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Victoria Valley Vineyards offers visitors a chance to relax and sip wonderful wine while taking in beautiful scenery. In December, the vineyard will celebrate 13 years of being open to the public, according to Managing Director Brittany Jayne. “We have been growing since 1999,” she said. “Our main planting was in 2000.”
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The vineyard is completing family owned and operated, Jayne said. The business was the brainchild of her parents, Les and Vicki Jayne. “My dad is still the main farmer in the field, as well as the winemaker,” Jayne said. “My mother is number two.” The vineyard is named after Vicki’s mother.
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The vineyard produces all French vinifiera, she said. “We were kind of the Lone Rangers in that category in South Carolina when we started,” Jayne said. “Our main producers are Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.” Victoria Valley Vineyards is a small production winery.
South Carolina Botanical Garden This is a unique location that consists of an abundance of natural landscapes, streams, nature trails and display gardens that stretch across 295 acres. The Bob Campbell Geology Museum, a nationally recognized naturebased sculpture collection helps define the garden experience. A great place to explore nature. Open every day from dawn to dusk; admission is free. vclem.us/scbg.
right in the Upstate. Driving through the gates of the vineyard, visitors can view the winery — a French chateau-styled building which houses a tasting room, gift shop and deli. As folks sit back and relax with a glass of wine on the terrace, they can peer out at the 47- acre site. The Jayne family chose the property for its elevation and soil composition, perfect elements for producing Vinifera Wines. From the novice to the connoisseur, any wine lover will enjoy the experience at Victoria Valley Vineyards. For more information, go to vclem.us/vineyards or call (864) 878-5307.
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Bob Campbell Geology Museum See mineral clusters and sparkling gemstones. Marvel at fossilized plants and animals once buried in layers of rock, and don’t miss the iron meteorites and minerals that glow in the dark or Smilodon the Sabertoothed Cat that once roamed what is now South Carolina. Located at 103 Garden Trail, it is open Thurs – Sat 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday 1-5 p.m. Memorial Day to Labor Day, also open Wed 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Closed University holidays. vclem.us/geology. “The idea is to keep it small production if we can so we can what South Carolina can do,” Jayne said. “All the viticulture is still done by hand and done by our family directly. Having good wine is only a result of having good grapes. We were pleasantly surprised as to what we can grow regarding the quality of grapes in South Carolina.” The vineyard was “fairly humble in our beginnings,” she said. “We just gave tastings and added a little something to eat,” Jayne said. “Now we have a cafe that operates every day that we are open. Sometimes on the weekend we’ll do 130 meals throughout the day. Our idea is for you to come and enjoy the atmosphere and really like you’re being hosted by a family.” In addition to delicious wine and food, the vineyard offers beautiful scenery and views. Hikers who make it to the top of Table Rock can look down and see the vineyard’s fields. “I don’t think we could have imagined just how beautiful the property has turned out to be,” Jayne said. “It truly has come a long way since those humble beginnings.” The vineyard hosts events and is a popular spot for weddings. Tours are available but the family asks for advance notice. “We do ask for people to call ahead,” Jayne said. Call 864-878-5307. Vineyard staff enjoy hosting visitors. “We invite folks to come up and enjoy what we’re able to produce in South Carolina and spend the day,” Jayne said. Victoria Valley Vineyards is located at 1360 S. Saluda Road in Cleveland. It is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Visit victoriavalleyvineyards.com to learn more.
Fran Hanson Discovery Center The Discovery Center, located in the S.C. Botanical Garden on the campus of Clemson University, is the visitor center for the S.C. Botanical Garden offers regional brochures and garden information. Featured exhibits by South Carolina artists rotate quarterly with a permanent collection by S.C. native Elizabeth B. Fuller. The Garden Discovery Room offers touch tables, microscopes and a reference library for nature and gardening enthusiasts. Open Mon-Sat 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday 1-5 p.m. Closed Clemson University holidays. vclem.us/scbg. ‘55 Exchange Located in the Hendrix Student Center, the ’55 Exchange is a student run enterprise that manufactures, sells and serves Clemson’s world famous ice cream and other Clemson products like blue cheese, eggs, music CDs, etc. Open Mon. – Fri., 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; during June & July extended to 8 p.m., Mon, – Thurs.; and Sat.-Sun. 1 to 6 p.m. vclem. us/55exc. Duke Energy’s World of Energy Located on Lake Keowee beside the Oconee Nuclear Station, Duke Energy’s World of Energy is an education center with self-guided exhibits that teach visitors of all ages how electricity is made. Guests also enjoy interactive games, a short nature trail, a butterfly garden and a picnic area with a beautiful view of Lake Keowee. Admission to the facility is free and is open Monday thru Saturday. Special events are held throughout the year so check our website often for details! Enjoy a picnic and beautiful view of Lake Keowee, then take a leisurely stroll along their nature trail. 7812 Rochester Hwy, Seneca. For more information and to find out about upcoming events, go to vclem.us/woe. Victoria Valley Vineyards With rolling hills of vineyards, Victoria Valley Vineyards is like a little taste of Europe www.visitclemson.com
Pickens Flea Market & Bargain Exchange Find great bargains and an occasional treasure among the yardsale-type items, produce and antiques. Open every Wednesday. 1449 Walhalla Hwy., Pickens, SC, 29671. For more info, visit vclem.us/fleamkt or call 864878-4762. Walhalla State Fish Hatchery Built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), this trout hatchery annually raises some 150,000 pounds of rainbow, brown and brook trout for stocking mountain streams and lakes. Located on S.C. Highway 107; open daily 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., vclem.us/hatchery. Upstate Heritage Quilt Trail This is a self-guided tour to discover the quilt panels located within Oconee, Pickens, and Anderson counties. Begun in February 2010 the project seeks to document the history of quilting, quilters, and their craft. Part of the National Quilt Trail, began in 2001 in Ohio, the Upstate Heritage Quilt Trail is associated with the 25 states in the United States and in Canada. The Trail celebrates the history and heirlooms of creativity born of necessity and recognized as an art form worldwide. For street addresses and GPS coordinates, go to vclem.us/uhqt. Outdoor Lab Located five miles from campus, the Clemson University Outdoor lab is a nature reserve on a peninsula on Hartwell lake with meeting and programming possibilities. From several summer weekend camps including Jaycee Camp Hope, Camp Sertoma, Camp Odyssey, Camp Lion’s Den and Camp Sunshine, to the friends and family-friendly retreat center among nature, there are numerous programs available for work and play. The spacious facilities, Kresge Hall, Bowfin, Betty’s Place, Katydid, Cannon Chapel, Hopa Cabana, and Eagle’s Nest, provide an interactive and diverse range of experiences to suit the business and leisure needs for people of all ages.
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Clemson Farmers Market The Clemson Farmer’s Market features fresh, locally grown produce, specialty food items, and handmade crafts. The Market runs each Friday, May-September from 3-6pm. Come by the specialty markets in the months of October-December including the Gourmet 2018 Official Visitors Guide | 11
Tailgate Market, Harvest Market, and Holiday Market which all feature an expanded list of vendors and demonstrations. The Market will be moving to Thursday’s from 3-6pm for the 2018 season. 578 Issaqueena Trail, Clemson. For more information visit vclem.us/farmersmarket. Eden Farms Just a short drive from downtown Easley and Pickens, Eden Farms is open to the public and offers an affordable, unique, and beautiful setting for gatherings of almost any kind. Miles of trails throughout the 160 acres are perfect for hiking and camping as well as riding. Trail rides, special events, cross-country riding and training, summer camps for kids and more. We have indoor banquet faciliites and can provide a great birthday party with trail ride, food and fun. For more information, vclem.us/eden. Split Creek Farm This working farm is a Grade A Dairy located in a barn designed and built by the owners to include the milking and cheese operations and a kid nursery. A retail gift shop featuring goat milk products and folk art is open to the public. From Clemson, take SC Highway 187 and turn north toward Clemson Research Park, 2.7 miles. Turn right at the Mobile gas station and go 1/4 mile on Centerville Rd. The farm is on the left. Arts & Crafts in the Barn Yard will be held November 19,10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon - Sat (9 a.m.-6 p.m.); Sun (2 p.m.-5
tions and pricing information, 864-638-5754 or 864-324-1102. Directions from Walhalla: Take SC Hwy 28 west from Walhalla; Turn Left on Whetstone Road and go 5 miles to Beulah Land Drive.
p.m.). Call 864-287-3921 or vclem.us/splitcreek. The Happy Berry Farm A pick your own small fruit farm with blackberries, blueberries, figs, and elderberries. The season runs from June 1st until early September. 510 Gap Hill Rd. Six Mile Sc 29682, 864-8682946, vclem.us/happyberry. Table Rock Equestrian Center Enjoy horseback riding with a trained guide through the streams and waterfalls of Pinnacle Mountain. Lessons and The Happy boarding are also Berry Farm available. Call 864-878-2896 for information and reservations today. Located at 103 Sliding Rock Road, Pickens. www.tablerockresort.com 144 State Road S-39-69, Pickens SC 29671, 864-878-3942. Chattooga Ridge Stables Located at 230 Beulah Land Drive, Mountain Rest, the stables offer horseback riding for beginners to experienced, including pony rides. Farm trail rides through streams and wooded trails. Call for reserva-
Rocky Gap/Willis Knob Horse Trails Map – Hiking 6 The Rocky Gap Trail in South Carolina and the Willis Knob Trail in Georgia combine to offer some of the most scenic horseback riding in the Southern Blue Ridge Mountains. Winding across deeply dissected ridges, the trails descend into the beautiful Chattoooga Wild and Scenic River corridor. The Whetstone Horse Camp in South Carolina serves as a base camp for many users of both trails. There is a fee for the Whetstone Horse Camp. Earls Ford road is very close to Whetstone Horse Camp and provides a parking area, and a hiking access trail to the Chattooga River. For more great horseback experience go to: South Carolina Upstate Equine Council www.scupstateequine.org
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able Rock Tea’s founders hope that the S.C. Highway 11 area will one day be known as “tea country,” just as Napa Valley in California is known as “wine country.” Table Rock Tea is between Table Rock State Park and Aunt Sue’s Country Corner. “Our goal is in the next 30 years, we want the Upstate, around Table Rock, to be known as tea country,” founder Steve Lorch said. “Sounds like a big goal but somebody had to plant the first vineyard in Napa.” He said tea is like wine. “It derives its flavor from its climate,” Lorch said. Steve and his wife Jennifer started the business in 2014. The company has its roots in the Hydromissions International, the missions agency they founded. “It does water projects all over the world, water well drilling, latrines, you name it,” Lorch said. “ Hydromisisons took Steve and Jennifer all over the world, including Kenya. “Kenya is responsible for 20 percent of the world’s tea exports,” Lorch said. “Most people kind of don’t know that — you think all the tea in China and India but Kenya’s 20 percent — and the people we were working with were responsible for 60 percent of that.” After planting tea plants at their home, the couple decided to start a tea company. “The first several years were just learning,” Lorch said. “I can guarantee you I’ve killed more tea plants than you will ever see in your life.” Tea plants are found all over the 17-acre property. “The most commonly asked question we get is ‘What kind of tea do you grow here?’ and the answer is ‘yes,’” Lorch said. “Green, black, oolong, orange, pekoe — all that’s from the same plant. It’s what you pick and how you process it.” Freezing nights are actually an essential component of the signature tea, WinterLeaf Cold-Harvest Green Tea. “We’ve created a new green tea,” Lorch said. That tea is only harvested after a heavy frost before spring.
Steve Lorch and Teamobile “We can only make WinterLeaf when we’ve had winter,” Lorch said. Table Rock Tea also offers Marathon, a black tea, Bear Claw, an oolong tea; Sahkanaga, a matcha tea; and Hillbilly, a yaupon tea. Arrange a tour of Table Rock Tea by calling Jennifer Lorch by 864-915-0571. Order teas and learn more at tablerocktea. com. www.visitclemson.com
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT culture In recent years the options for entertainment in the Clemson area have expanded to meet the demands of a diverse population. The city’s lively downtown caters especially to students and young professionals with a smorgasbord of nightlife. Here they can shoot pool, dance to live music, sample brews at a variety of pubs or sip a cappuccino at one of the local coffee companies. Memorial Stadium at Clemson University has hosted The Rolling Stones, Elton John, Billy Joel, U2, The Eagles and Reba McIntyre and, on a more sublime note, Clemson University’s carillon concerts are a special treat, while nightspots such as The Esso Club, and several places along Tiger Boulevard afford an opportunity to enjoy live jazz, soul or other great music. ➤ PERFORMING ARTS The Brooks Center for the Performing Arts Since opening in 1994, The Brooks Center on the Clemson University campus has elevated the city’s cultural offerings to a new level. The Brooks Center is home for the performing arts at Clemson University. The state-of-the-art facility serves as a roadhouse to many nationally and internationally acclaimed dance companies, theatre troupes, and music ensembles of all types. The center is comprised of a 968seat proscenium theatre that serves as the main stage, a 100-seat black box theatre, and a 100-seat recital room. Box Office Hours: Mon.-Fri., 1-5 p.m.; (864) 656-7787, vclem.us/brooks. Clemson’s Carillon Clemson University’s carillon concerts feature the 47 bells atop Tillman Hall on
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Oconee Community Theatre OCT continues to provide a wide variety of theatre experiences for the community. For current productions and season offerings visit vclem.us/oct. Walhalla Civic Auditorium The Walhalla Civic Auditorium complex is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Originally the Walhalla Graded School, established in 1903, the building and land were deeded to the Walhalla Auditorium Restoration Committee in 2004. Today, the WCA Our mission is a first-class facility for performances, conferences, and seminars that enhance
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the cultural and social life of the area. More than two dozen productions are brought to its stage annually. For current events call 877-368- 5318 or visit vclem. us/wca. ➤ VISUAL ARTS The Arts Center This is a nonprofit community art center located in Clemson that provides exceptional arts education and makes fine art accessible and exciting to our community. In addition to an exciting selection of programs in a variety of cultural disciplines, the Center offers a variety of events in the art gallery and multipurpose auditorium during the day and evening hours. Office & Gallery hours: MondayThursday 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Call for Thursday evening and Saturday hours. (864) 6335051, vclem.us/artscenter. The Rudolph Lee Gallery Located in Lee Hall on the Clemson University campus the Lee Gallery regularly stages art exhibitions during the academic year that primarily highlight the work of students, faculty and area artists. The Fran Hanson Discovery Center (Perimeter Road, west campus,
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(864) 656-3405) features artists who demonstrate their work, including fiber art, watercolors and woodcarving. Pickens County Museum of Art and History A variety of exhibits offer a kaleidoscope of life in Pickens County and the Upstate. The museum also has limited engagement exhibits and the museum gift shop features the work of more than 100 local and regional fine, traditional and folk artisans that represents the artistic spectrum of this unique area. Located at 307 Johnson Street, Pickens; Phone: (864) 898-5963 or visit vclem.us/ pcmuseum for current exhibit information. Blue Ridge Arts Center Blue Ridge Arts Center, 111 E. South 2nd Street, Seneca, oversees a continuing series of exhibits featuring the work of both adults and students, community residents and traveling offerings. Classes for all ages and demonstrations are frequent. Information can be obtained by calling 864-882-2722 or vclem.us/brac. The Rainey Fine Arts Center At Anderson University, 316 Blvd. St., (864) 231-2125) have exhibits throughout the year.
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Hendrix Student Center On Clemson University’s campus, the center’s 163-seat McKissick Theatre shows first-run films and documentaries at bargain-basement prices. Free to Clemson University students. For more information about entertainment, go to vclem.us/ entertainment ➤ LIBRARIES Cooper Library Created on October 29, 1981, when Senator Strom Thurmond announced his decision to place at Clemson University, his alma mater, the papers and memorabilia spanning his more than 65 years of public service, the center is a leader in applied research and service in public policy areas. It is located on Silas Pearman Blvd. on campus. Call 864-656-4700 for more information. Faith Clayton Genealogy Room Housed at Southern Wesleyan University’s Rickman Library, the collection consists of genealogical material, including photographs, documents, books and a database of 350,000 Upstate names. The collection contains reference books on Cherokee history in Pickens and Oconee counties.
FESTIVALS & EVENTS events Spittoono Spittoono marks quarter-century at same location The Spittoono Festival is an annual family-friendly, three-day music festival held in mid-to-late August for the past 35 years, 25 of which prior to last year had taken place at the South Carolina National Guard Armory near Pendleton. Last year, the event, which is put on by the Redneck Performing Arts Association and raises money for charity, relocated to a pasture at 1569 Eighteen Mile Road in Central. Traditionally held the first week of classes at Clemson University, the festival began as a spoof of Spoleto, the cultural festival held for years in Charleston. The event began in 1981, and over the past 10 years has been able to donate nearly $100,000 to charities. Admission is free and local bands that perform do so at no charge, with monies raised from the sale of t-shirts and cold beverages. Musical styles range from rock ‘n’ roll to country, bluegrass and the blues. The event is held rain or shine and while dogs are welcome, they are asked to be kept on a leash. No coolers are allowed. For more information, vclem.us/ spittoono. Pendleton Spring Jubilee The Pendleton Spring Jubilee began in 1978 as a way to enhance tourism in Anderson, Oconee and Pickens counties. The award-winning festival brings artisans from across the country, vying for the 100 spaces that are available. Music is provided by local and regional entertainers, and local food vendors are on hand to provide a variety of items. During its existence over the past 38 years, the Spring Jubilee, held the first Saturday and Sunday in April, has twice been named the Best Festival in South Carolina in a Community of Less than 3,000; a Top 100 event by the American Bus Association; and multi-winner of the Top 20 Events in the Southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society. A part of the festival since its inclusion nearly a quarter of a century ago is the Jubilee Joy Ride, involving scenic roads in Anderson County. The 13- and 30mile loops explore country roads and travel through the communities of Sandy Springs and LaFrance while The Century consists of a 65-mile route starting at the end of the 30mile loop and continuing another 35 miles
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through northern Anderson County. For more information, vclem.us/jubilee. Spring into Clemson Spring into Clemson is an exciting vendor and music festival, highlighting downtown Clemson as not only a college town, but also a place where area residents can experience fun, food, and family activities while supporting a good cause. The festival features local musicians, shopping and food vendors, and a kid’s area that will be sure to entertain! The proceeds from this event are divided each year amongst the nonprofit communities that volunteered in the planning and execution of the festival. Greater Clemson Music Festival This year marked the fifth year of the Clemson Music Festival, formerly known as Bluesfest, which has expanded to neighboring municipalities the past couple of years. Now, instead of simply blues music, there is country, rock, jazz and beach music for audiences to enjoy at the mid-April event. The festival has also enjoyed a relationship with Clemson Area Transit for transportation to some historical sites in Clemson and Central that highlights textile, railroad and AfricanAmerican history. A 501(c) (3) non-profit, the festival benefits local charities, emerging African-American performers and cancer survivors. For more information, vclem.us/gcmf. Passport to the Arts For the past six years, www.visitclemson.com
four locations in Clemson have provided an evening of art, live music, entertainment, food and drinks through Passport to the Arts held each March. The town-gown event is coordinated through The Arts Center and Clemson University Center for Visual Arts at the Lee Gallery, the Charles Cheezem Education Center at Patrick Square and CATbus headquarters on West Lane. Each guest receives a passport to get stamped at each location and can ride a Clemson Area Transit shuttle where local musicians will provide entertainment. Each new venue will provide local food, music, art and creativity on display. Included in the passport, which is the ticket, is four beverage drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), appetizers, live music and art exhibits at each of the four locations as well as entertainment on each CATbus. The passport must be kept on hand at all times and any belongings cannot be left on the bus. Typically, attendees are able to view more than 200 works of art by more than 80 artists during the event. Many of the pieces of art on display are for sale for the first time. For more information, vclem.us/ptta. ClemsonFest Clemsonfest has enjoyed several locations in its 23-year history, including Jaycee Park and Bowman Field. However, since 1997, the event has called the Snow Family Outdoor Fitness and Wellness Center, formerly known as the Clemson University Campus Beach and Y Beach, home. Held each July 3rd, the celebration brings an estimated 7,000 people to hear beach music and enjoy the fireworks that conclude the evening. A local Boy Scout troop conducts a flag raising and, later, a flag lowering ceremony and playing of taps. Entertainment includes adults of all ages competing in a grip contest while food vendor choices range from barbecue, grilled chicken and sweet potato fries to ice cream, shaved ice, kettle corn and funnel cakes. There is also a children’s area featuring interactive games, bounce houses and face painting. For more information, vclem.us/clemsonfest. For a complete list of upcoming festivals and events, see vclem.us/ Clemsonfest events. 2018 Official Visitors Guide | 19
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his year marks the 10th anniversary since the Clemson Farmers Market was organized and what a busy decade it’s been. During that time, the market moved from a parking lot on U.S. Highway 123 to its present location on the Village Green at Patrick Square and has become a community gathering place. The market added First Friday at the Market events, now dubbed First Thursday as it has since been moved to that day, featuring live music, cooking demonstrations and tastings, community information, activity booths and craft demonstrations. Live music was added each week in 2017 and a community tent is the latest addition this year to spotlight businesses and organizations affecting the quality of life in Clemson. Market Manager Kathi Dimmock said the event has proven very popular with vendors. “Vendors like participating in the Clemson Farmers Market because it takes place in a unique setting and features a variety of other vendors offering home-grown, homemade and hand-made products made right here in the Upstate,” Dimmock said. “We attract shoppers from seniors to students and the unique hometown flavor of Patrick Square makes shopping easy and fun. Most importantly, we limit the number of vendors in each category so we don’t have too many people selling the same products.” Dimmock said there are several reasons why the market has become so popular through the years. “First and foremost, the market has some of the best vendors in the Upstate who offer a variety of quality products, a family-friendly atmosphere in a unique setting with live music and special activities and a community gathering place for people of all ages,” Dimmock added. This year, Dimmock said the market plans to celebrate its milestone with special events and activities at each of its First Thursday at the Market events (from May through December). She added complete details will be available soon. As for the future, Dimmock said she hopes to engage more agricultural-related youth groups at the market. “It’s important for young people to have the opportunity to experience the whole farm-to-market experience and participating in the Market would give these young people the opportunity to sell their products to the public and gain valuable work experience,” Dimmock said. “Perhaps some of
these young people will become future farmers or producers of specialty foods and products and down the road potential market vendors. It’s a win-win for everyone.” For more information on the Clemson Farmers Market, please contact Dimmock at (864) 654-3918, www.clemsonfarmersmarket. org or on Facebook at facebook.com/clemsonfarmersmarket. Bart Garrison Agricultural Museum of South Carolina The Bart Garrison Agricultural Museum of South Carolina seeks to help foster agricultural education and practices and examine agriculture’s impact on the state’s economy and culture – past, present and future. Located in Pendleton, across the street from Tri-County Technical College, the museum opened in 2013. The site had served as a local museum to agriculture for decades but legislation approved allowed it to represent the history and future of agriculture for the entire state. Among the features of the museum are historic practices and artifacts, the Future of Agriculture and how sustainable, local agriculture is experiencing a resurgence in the state. The museum also hosts workshops, classes and demonstrations on agriculturerelated skills. Those skills include crafts, such as chair caning and basket making; life skills, including home preservation and soap making; sustainable practices, including organic vegetable and meat production; and science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) as it relates to agriculture. www.visitclemson.com
In 2017, the annual Farm Day celebration in Pendleton moved to the museum. The one-day festival designed to celebrate the rich heritage of agriculture in the Upstate features such things as demonstrations of old-time crafts, corn grinding and animals. There is also an exhibition of tractors, combine simulators, hit-and-miss engines and cotton gins to demonstrate equipment of yesterday and today. Lake Hartwell Country is in charge of the museum and LHC Executive Director Les McCall said two additional structures have been added to the museum site since 2017, bringing the total of preserved and saved historic agricultural buildings up to five. “Visitors can walk inside an 1850s granary from Oconee County, an 1870’s hand hewed log barn and beautifully restored 1930s schoolhouse from the pastoral Brasstown Valley in the mountains of Oconee County,” McCall said. “All structures were painstakingly disassembled, labeled and reassembled on the museum grounds for permanent preservation.” McCall said another initiative the museum is starting is the largest project undertaken in its history – bringing the historic McGee Mule Barn from Starr to a permanent home at the museum. “The museum is salvaging between 8,000-10,000 square feet of this enormous, three-story tall structure that will be exhibit and event space at the museum going forward,” he said. “Built at the turn of the 20th Century, the McGee Mule Barn is an Anderson County landmark and an architecturally impressive structure. The museum is proud to be adding it to the list of structures saved from decay and preserved for future generations to enjoy and learn from.” “Getting the experience of milking a life size cow is still a top draw to the museum,” McCall said. The museum is open year round from noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. For more information, please call (864) 646-7271 or go to http://bgamsc.org. 2018 Official Visitors Guide | 23
TALES OF THE PAST heritage Ashtabula Plantation This is a charming two-story clapboard plantation house built c. 1825 by Lewis Ladson Gibbes (1771-1828) and his wife, the former Maria Drayton and later owned by their son Lewis Reeves Gibbs, the famous SC naturalist. The orginal 2-story brick building on the site dates to before 1790 and was the site of a traveler’s tavern prior to the building of the main house. Ashtabula is a house museum situated on ten acres of open ground with its colonial period brick dependency and well house. The house was restored by the Pendleton Historic Foundation and furnished with antebellum antiques and family artifacts. Located at 2725 Old Greenville Hwy, Central. Tuesdays through Fridays, 1-4 p.m., and Sundays 1-4 p.m.; vclem.us/ashtabula
Freedom’s Hill Church Located on the campus of Southern Wesleyan University, the church features a dramatic history of church-goers who stood against slavery and faced violent opposition. Outside the church is a garden in the shape of a wagon wheel – a symbol once used on the Underground Railroad that spirited slaves to freedom. Student-led worship
services and interpretive programs are the focus of the chapel. vclem.us/freedomshill
Old Stone Church Located at 101 Stone Circle in Clemson, War hero Gen. Andrew Pickens and others built this Presbyterian church in 1797. The sanctuary was damaged by fire and is no longer in use, but stands watch over a fascinating cemetery where many pioneers are buried, including Pickens and his family. Col. Robert Anderson, of Revolutionary War fame, also is buried in the cemetery. Hopewell Plantation Built about 1785 initially as a log structure, Hopewell Plantation is representative of a rural house type, which was common in the late 18th and early 19th century in the South Carolina backcountry. Beginning with a small log structure as a frontier pioneer home for Gen. Andrew Pickens (ca. 1785), Hopewell was substantially enlarged by Gen. Pickens and was his plantation home for about 20 years, (ca. 1785-1815). The historical significance of Hopewell rests on the national stature of General Pickens, who will be remembered in American history for his significant contributions as a Revolutionary War General and later as a Native-American negotiator. vclem.us/hopewell
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an excellent example of a 19th Century SC Upcountry plantation home. Originally built for Charles Cotesworth Pinckney, members of the Adger family of Charleston took over the plantation and expanded the home. Woodburn now consists of a house, museum, furnished with antebellum antiques and artifacts; walking trails, outbuildings and a recreation of a Victorian carriage house. Sundays, 2-5 p.m., April-October. vclem.us/ woodburn
South Carolina Botanical Garden/ Hanover House & Hunt Cabin Hanover House was built for Paul de St. Julien in 1716 in Berkley County, South Carolina, the Hanover House was reconstructed on the Clemson University campus in 1941 and moved to the South Carolina Botanical Garden in 1994. The house is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is managed by Clemson University’s Historic Properties department. The Hanover House is open Saturdays, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. and 1–4:30 p.m., and Sundays 2–4:30 p.m. It is often open on Wednesdays 11a.m.–12 p.m. and 1–4 p.m.; call the Hanover House 864.656.2241 first to confirm. Closed University holidays. The restored Hunt Cabin was built around 1826 by Charles Hunt Jr., who had married Martha Dalton in 1825. As a wedding present, Martha’s father, Solomon Dalton, gave Charles 2,300 acres of land. The Hunt Cabin was built on this tract of land in Seneca, SC.
The Cabin was scheduled to be torn down, but was purchased by the Clemson Class of 1915 for $35 and moved to Clemson College in 1955. The original home contained four bedrooms on the first floor and a large front porch. As it currently stands, the Hunt Cabin has one large open room on the first floor, and the front porch is long removed. General Andrew Pickens, a good friend of the Hunts, spent many nights in their home. Legend has it that during the Civil War, General Sherman spent a night at the cabin, and thus spared it from the torch during his long campaign in the South. vclem.us/hanover
Located at 307 Johnson Street, Pickens; Phone: (864) 898-5963 or visit vclem.us/ pcmuseum Clemson African American Museum This museum showcases the historical achievements of local African Americans in the Greater Clemson Area and serves as a resource center to engage the community in intellectual discourse about the past. It is located in the Calhoun Bridge Center, 214 Butler St, Clemson, and is open Tues-Thurs., from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; vclem.us/caaam
long before counties were organized. Popular exhibits include the Dugout Canoes being preserved within the museum, a walk-in Stump House Tunnel exhibit and a Depression Era Tenant Farmer’s House. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 12 – 6 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.; vclem.us/ohc
The Lunney Museum Listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, this California-style bungalow has been completly restored and contains a substantial collection of Victorian furniture and period collectibles.; vclem.us/lunney
Fort Hill Plantation Fort Hill was the home of John C. Calhoun and Thomas Green Clemson. Calhoun and his wife, Floride, resided in the house from 1825 until 1850, the year of Calhoun’s death. In 1866 the estate passed to her daughter, Anna Marie, and her husband, Thomas Green Clemson. Clemson would reside in the house until 1888, the year of his death. The plantation is mostly furnished with family artifacts. Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon and 1-4:30 p.m.; phone: (864) 656-2475; vclem.us/forthill
Pickens County Museum of Art and History A variety of exhibits offer a kaleidoscope of life in Pickens County and the Upstate. The museum also has limited engagement exhibits and the museum gift shop features the work of more than 100 local and regional fine, traditional and folk artisans that represents the artistic spectrum of this unique area.
Hagood Mill This historic site is a public, nonprofit educational institution whose purpose is to collect, preserve, exhibit and interpret the artifacts, antiquities and archival, cultural and natural history of the county and surrounding region. The new Hagood Creek Petroglyph Site of South Carolina features Native American Rock Carvings and an interactive light show. The Mill hosts special events on the third Saturday of every month with a $5 parking fee. Open Wednesday thru Saturday, 10 a.m.4 p.m.; vclem.us/hagood.
Oconee Heritage Center Located at 123 Browns Square Drive, Walhalla, the Oconee Heritage Center brings history back to life through museum exhibits, educational programs, festivals and much more. The OHC is housed in the historic Tobacco Warehouse (1892) and first opened in 2004. Visitors explore the history of Native Americans, immigration, railroads, New Deal programs, textile mills, agriculture and much more as it relates to the area. The museum offers a self-guided tour through time www.visitclemson.com
Central History Museum This late-18th-century house a 416 Church St., Central, was the home of a local merchant and now houses a collection of historic memorabilia that includes Bertha Evans Morgan’s raised garden. The house is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Open each Sunday 2-4 p.m. and is closed on major holidays. Open by appointment. vclem.us/centralhistory The Central Railway Museum The museum includes a “heritage” layout in classic toy train scales, large dual-level HO layout and a garden layout. The museum is located at 108 Werner St., and is open the second Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to noon. vclem.us/centralrailway Faith Clayton Genealogy Room Housed at Southern Wesleyan University’s Rickman Library, the collection consists of genealogical material, including photographs, documents, books and a database of 350,000 Upstate names. The collection contains reference books on Cherokee history in Pickens and Oconee counties. vclem. us/faithclayton 2018 Official Visitors Guide | 25
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yesterday Pickens was named in honor of the distinguished Revolutionary soldier, Brigadier General Andrew Pickens, whose home of Hopewell was on the southern border of the Pendleton District.
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ickens County was Cherokee Indian Territory until the American Revolution. The Cherokees sided with the British, suffered defeat and surrendered their South Carolina lands. In 1791, the state Legislature established Washington District, a judicial area composed of present-day Greenville, Anderson, Pickens and Oconee counties, and then composed of Greenville and Pendleton counties. Streets for the courthouse town of Pickensville (near present-day Easley) were laid off, and soon a cluster of buildings arose that perhaps included a large wooden hotel, which served as a stagecoach stop. In 1798, Washington District was divided into Greenville and Pendleton districts. The latter included what eventually became Anderson, Oconee and Pickens counties. A new courthouse was erected at Pendleton to accommodate the Court of General Sessions and Common Pleas, and soon thereafter Pickensville began to decline. In view of the growing population and poor transportation facilities in Pendleton District, the Legislature divided it into counties in 1826. The lower part became Anderson and the upper Pickens, named in honor of the distinguished Revolutionary soldier, Brigadier General Andrew Pickens, whose home of Hopewell was on the southern border of the district. A courthouse was established on the west bank of the Keowee River, and a small town called Pickens Court House soon developed. By 1860, Pickens District had a population of over 19,000 persons of whom 22 percent were slaves. The district was largely rural and agricultural. Its small industry consisted mainly of sawmills, gristmills and a few other shops producing goods for home consumption. The district’s Protestant churches were numerous, but schools were few. The Blue Ridge Railroad reached the district in September 1860. During the Civil War
Pickens County’s growth was the coming of the textile industry. The county’s first modern cotton mill, organized by D. K. Norris and others, was established at Cateechee in 1895. By 1900, the county could boast of three cotton mills, two railroads, three banks, three roller mills, 37 sawmills, 10 shingle mills and four brickyards. Yet until 1940, with a population of 37,000 (13.2 percent black), the county remained primarily rural and agricultural. The most significant developments in the county’s history have occurred since World War II. By 1972, there were 99 manufacturing plants in the county employing almost 15,000 personnel and producing not only textiles but a wide variety of other products.
the district suffered little from depredations of regular Yankee troops but was frequently plundered by marauders and deserters who swept down from the mountains. The war left the region largely destitute. The South Carolina Constitutional Convention of 1868, meeting during the first year of Congressional Reconstruction, established Oconee County out of the portion of Pickens District west of the Keowee and Seneca rivers plus a small area around the Fort Hill estate that formerly belonged to John C. Calhoun. This small area around the Calhoun property was transferred to Pickens County — This article was originally written for “Pickin the 1960s. ens County Heritage” and is reprinted with the A new courthouse for Pickens County was permission of author G. Anne Sheriff. erected at its present location, and many of the residents of Old Pickens on the Keowee moved to the newly created town, some with their dismantled homes. The loss of the Oconee area greatly reduced the county’s population. It did not again BUYING OR REFINANCING reach 19,000 until 1900. GREAT RATES & EXPERT SERVICE Art Wray The county’s Mortgage Lending Officer growth was accelerNMLS# 415698 Are you ated by the building • Buying a Home of the Atlanta and Charlotte Air Line • Building Your New Home Railroad (later called • Refinancing Your Current Home the Southern Railway) in the 1870s. from Special Financing The town of Easley, • First Time Homebuyer Programs named for General W. • Vacation Homes K. Easley, was chartered in 1874. Liberty • Investment Properties and Central sprang GET STARTED! up along the railroad about the same time Contact Art Wray and were soon inClemson Mortgage Lending Officer corporated. Calhoun u Direct 864-653-9999 (now part of Clemson) www.entegrabank.com u Email awray@entegrabank.com came into being in the 145 Thomas Green Boulevard • Suite 201 1890s, to be followed Clemson, SC 29631 in the early 1900s by Six Mile and Norris as Member FDIC incorporated areas. NMLS# 463813 All loans subject to credit approval and other qualifications. A major factor in
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Palmetto’s Smokehouse & Oyster Bar S.C. Highway 93 going towards Central, and dubs its motto to be “Where locals meet and eat.” Sardi’s offers burgers, wings, crab legs on Tuesday nights and ribs that are choice, according to manager Sonny Cranford.
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“Ribs,” Cranford, manager for 23 years, responded when asked what the restaurant prided itself on, “The ribs, they fall off the bone. They’re so tender that they almost just eat themselves.” The ribs aren’t the only attraction at Sardi’s, with quite the figure of speech for the smoked meatloaf. “We have awesome wings,” Cranford said. “Our hamburgers can’t be beat and we have a smoked meatloaf that’ll make you go back and slap your mama, it’s so good.” Sardi’s is open Monday through Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. also offering takeout, as well as tailgate orders. “We’re busy for home games and we have a large takeout order for tailgating and open four to five hours before the game and people will order the week before and we’ll line the whole bar with takeout orders,” Cranford said. 2018 Official Visitors Guide | 31
AREA RESTAURANTS eats ➤ AMERICAN 356 Sushi & Martini Bar 366 College Ave (864) 653-1356 4 Paws American Pub 101 Canoy Ln (864) 654-5151 Amici Clemson 189 Old Greenville Hwy (864) 643-1083 Blue Heron 405 College Ave (864) 653-3354 Calhoun Corners 103 Clemson St (864) 654-7490
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Sardis Den/Goobers 520-2 Old Greenville Hwy (864) 654-7427
Tokyo Japan 906 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-4700
Skins Hotdogs 1070 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-4422
Yolk Asian Kitchen 906 Tiger Blvd, Ste 3 (864) 623-7977
Sole on the Green 230 Madren Center Dr (864) 656-7444
Zen Ramen & Sushi Burrito 1067 Tiger Blvd, Ste 30 (864) 722-5462
SunnySide Café 101 Market Street (864) 653-9532 The Alumni Restaurant & Bar 1310 Tiger Blvd (864) 986-6230
Dakota’s Courtyard 217 W Main St (Central) (864) 513-3663
The Burger Joint 378 College Ave (864) 722-9090
IHOP 1390 Tiger Blvd, Ste 400 (864) 643-1052
The Esso Club 129 Old Greenville Hwy (864) 654-5120
Itsurwiener Restaurant and Bar 101 Keith Street (864) 722-5001
Waffle House 1064 Tiger Blvd (864) 653-9381
Jake’s Wayback Burgers 1390 Tiger Blvd, Ste 112 (864) 653-9700 Mac’s Drive In 404 Pendleton Rd (864) 654-1103 Mayberry’s 405 College Ave (864) 888-7674 Palmetto’s Smokehouse & Oyster Bar 199 Old Greenville Hwy (864) 650-2664
Western Sizzlin’ 898 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-3112
➤ COFFEE SHOPS All In Coffee Shop 106 Earle St (864) 372-4510 Dunkin Donuts 1068 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-4459 Moe Joe Coffee Co 385 Old Greenville Hwy (864) 653-8563 Spill the Beans 102 North Clemson Ave (864) 654-1515 Starbucks 1082 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-1751
➤ ASIAN/ CHINESE Bake and Cook Thai Restaurant 405 College Ave (864) 722-5514
Groucho’s Deli 104 Finley St (864) 653-7764
Rick Erwin’s Clemson 127 Market St (864) 654-9466
Osaka Express 518 College Ave, Ste 100 (864) 654-3060
Ruby Tuesday 900 Tiger Blvd (864) 653-8050
Red Bowl 1390 Tiger Blvd, Ste 210 (864) 654-8800
Smoothie King 1060 Tiger Blvd (864) 722-9088 Spill the Beans 102 North Clemson Ave (864) 654-1515
Peppino’s Pizzeria 384 College Ave, Ste 2 (864) 653-3555 Pizza Hut 1073 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-8646
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Todaro Pizza 105 Sloan St (864) 654-3001
Bojangles of Pendleton 7610 Hwy 76 (864) 646-4680
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Tony’s Pizza 500 Old Greenville Hwy (864) 654-1555
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Moe’s Southwest Grill 391 College Ave (864) 654-6630
KFC & Long John Silvers 118 Pinnacle St (864) 654-1598
Monterrey Mexican Restaurant 1710 W Main St (Central) (864) 654-1005
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Taco Bell 1057 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-7746 Wendy’s 1048 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-5099 Which Wich Superior Sandwiches 511-A Fort Hill St (864) 656-9422
Jersey Mike’s Subs 1067 Tiger Blvd, Ste 40 (864) 654-9266
Zaxby’s 1059 Tiger Blvd (864) 653-6768
Jimmy John’s 393 College Ave (864) 653-9001 McAlister’s Deli 1390 Tiger Blvd, Ste 306 (864) 654-0400 Pot Belly Deli 109 Wall St (864) 654-3663
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McDonald’s 1065 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-3498
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Subway 826 Old Greenville Hwy (864) 653-8355 341 College Ave (864) 654-1432
World Class Cheeseburger 361 College Ave (864) 722-5544
Hibachi Grill China Buffet 1053 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-8868
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Sam’s Gyro & Shish Kebab 361 College Ave (864) 722-5502
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Your Pie 111 Earle St (864) 643-4180 ➤ PUBS Backstreets Pub & Deli 102-1 Earle St (864) 653-7581 Charleston Sports Pub 359 College Ave (864) 502-2332 Elkmont Tap and Cellar 100 Liberty Dr (864) 653-7002 Loose Change 349 College Ave (864) 654-1090
Columbos Pizza 203 Pendleton Rd (864) 654-1103
Nicks Tavern & Deli 107-2 Sloan St (864) 654-4890
Domino’s 501 Old Greenville Hwy (Bi-Lo) (864) 653-7575
Sloan Street Tap Room 109-1 Sloan St (864) 654-7210
Joe’s NY Pizza 104 Thomas Green Blvd (864) 722-5464
Study Hall Kitchen & Bar 101 College Ave (864) 973-1113
Little Caesar’s 391 College Ave, Ste 105 (864) 653-9540
TD’s of Clemson 347 College Ave (864) 653-6518
Mellow Mushroon 405 College Ave (864) 722-5164
Tiger Town Tavern 368 College Ave (864) 654-5901
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Lewis said that a ‘family style’ dinner on Saturdays is also popular night, where groups can pick two meats, three vegetables, dessert and drink. “We always have ribs on Saturday night,” Lewis added. Aunt Sue’s Country Corner is located at 107 Country Creek Drive in Pickens. Sue’s also offers soups, sandwiches, ice cream, homemade fudge and cobblers. “We have a rustic décor,” she said. “It’s just a ‘mom and pop’ rustic place. It’s just good, homecooked food. It’s not rushed, it’s not out of the bag. Outside of food, Sue’s offers several shopping options. The General Store sells drinks, candies, jams, jellies and other knick-knacks. The Glass House sells stained-glass art, custom windows and other unique pieces of art. Aunt Sue’s Country Corner is open Sunday, Tuesday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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➤ APPAREL All Inspired Boutique 362 College Ave, (864) 650-2370
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Judge Keller’s 367 College Ave, (864) 654-6646
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