Edgefield County was created in 1785 and is known across the country for its stoneware pottery. Dave the Potter was the mastermind behind this beautiful art form, and many of his pieces can be seen in the Smithsonian. Old Edgefield Pottery resident potter Justin Guy continues this art form today. Edgefield, SC is famously known as the birthplace of 10 South Carolina governors and home to the largest peach farm east of the Mississippi River. Did you know? South Carolina actually produces more peaches than Georgia! For outdoor adventures, the Palmetto Shooting Complex, a part of the National Wild Turkey Federation, is one of the best skeet shooting facilities in the Southeast. It is located in Edgefield, SC.
Three Star Vineyard and Orchard in Johnston, South Carolina has been family owned and operated since 1992 and among many the most-see stops when visiting the Old 96 District of South Carolina. The gift shop opened in August 2019 and the Tasting Room in 2020. It is located one hour from Columbia, less than two…
Are you thinking of exploring the Old 96 District in South Carolina? I’m here to show you what a good time you can have enjoying their beautiful outdoor spaces, learning at important historical sites, and eating delicious food. When my mom told me just her and I were going on a three-day road trip to…
By Nicole Letts Food tourism has exploded in the past few years. Thanks in large part to social media, travelers are enticed to hidden locales. These visitors have an appetite for fresh, new flavors and menu items that represent local experiences. South Carolina’s Old 96 District has plenty of provisions to pique curiosity and satiate…
Five historic buildings in the Old 96 District turned eateries, accommodations, event spaces, and more. By Nicole Letts History has deep roots in South Carolina’s Old 96 District. In the five counties comprising the district, countless historic sites and markers dot the area. However, did you know many of these places of the past…
by Anna Cook, blogger, Stuck on the Go In the heart of rural South Carolina, the Old 96 District is an unexpected treasure for campers and outdoor enthusiasts. Offering multiple waterfront campgrounds with RV-friendly spaces or primitive tent sites, it’s perfect no matter your setup. Have fun exploring these campgrounds in the Old 96 District…
It’s been written that true players revel in the game’s curious topography. That they ‘will pay a month’s wages to fly across the country or across the ocean to be humbled by a sacred patch of green earth.’ But it doesn’t have to be like this. There’s great golf that’s not so bodily demanding right…
Feeling cooped up and ready to get back into the sunshine? It’s the perfect time to plan your getaway to South Carolina’s Old 96 District! Famous for outdoor adventures, small town charm, and lively, family-friendly festival experiences, you’re sure to have an unforgettable time. Encompassing the five counties of Abbeville, Edgefield, Greenwood, Laurens, and McCormick,…
By Jason Barnette South Carolina’s “Freshwater Coast” is sixty-five miles of coastline along the Savannah River – and one of the best hidden gems of the Old 96 District. The tourism district comprises five counties, is filled with small, charming towns connected by two-lane roads. Life is a bit slower as nature and history abound…
