Download or read book Travel to Historic Attractions in South Carolina and the United States written by Jeanette M. Bergeron and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Charleston South Carolina African American Historical Attractions written by Lynette Cullen and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-03-05 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Charleston, South Carolina is one of the most beautiful and storied cities in the United States. A popular backdrop for weddings, the Holy City has served as the setting for numerous movies and television shows. Within the astounding array of historic attractions and historical markers, there are several buildings and tributes that honor or have served a role in African-American history. This tourism logbook is designed to help you organize and enjoy your visit to these sites. Many of the attractions listed in this logbook are conveniently located in the Charleston Historic District. Notable exceptions include Drayton Hall and the Magnolia Place and Gardens, which are in the Ashley River Historic District. Use the page dedicated to the site to record important details, including available tours, accessibility and amenities.
Download or read book Historic South Carolina written by Lee Davis Perry and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2021-12-30 with total page 153 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Historic South Carolina: A Tour of the State's Top National Landmarks is a carefully curated travel guide, written by a local historian, featuring the most intriguing and significant of the state's nationally recognized historic landmarks. This guide provides interesting anecdotes and color photography of famous manors and plantation houses, centuries-old churches and chapels, and beautiful marshlands of the Low Country. Tour the Palmetto State and travel back in time with Historic South Carolina.
Download or read book Born to Rebel written by Benjamin E. Mays and published by University of Georgia Press. This book was released on 2011-07-01 with total page 465 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Born the son of a sharecropper in 1894 near Ninety Six, South Carolina, Benjamin E. Mays went on to serve as president of Morehouse College for twenty-seven years and as the first president of the Atlanta School Board. His earliest memory, of a lynching party storming through his county, taunting but not killing his father, became for Mays an enduring image of black-white relations in the South. Born to Rebel is the moving chronicle of his life, a story that interlaces achievement with the rebuke he continually confronted.
Download or read book A Guidebook to South Carolina Historical Markers written by and published by Univ of South Carolina Press. This book was released on 2021-02-19 with total page 447 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The South Carolina Historical Marker Program, established in 1936, has approved the installation of more than 1,700 interpretive plaques, each highlighting how places both grand and unassuming have played important roles in the history of the Palmetto State. These roadside markers identify and interpret places valuable for understanding South Carolina's past, including sites of consequential events and buildings, structures, or other resources significant for their design or their association with institutions or individuals prominent in local, state, or national history. This volume includes a concise history of the South Carolina Historical Marker Program and an overview of the marker application process. For those interested in specific historic periods or themes, the volume features condensed lists of markers associated with broader topics such as the American Revolution, African American history, women's history, the Civil War, and Reconstruction. While the program is administered by the South Carolina Department of Archives and History, most markers are proposed by local organizations that serve as a marker's official sponsor, paying its cost and assuming responsibility for its upkeep. In that sense, this inventory is a record not just of places and subjects that the state has deemed worthy of acknowledgment, but of those that South Carolinians themselves have worked to enshrine.
Download or read book South Carolina Travel Guide Palmetto State Paradise USA eBook written by Baktash Vafaei and published by . This book was released on with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to an unforgettable trip to the Palmetto State, South Carolina, a land of breathtaking beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture. South Carolina is a place that enchants its visitors with its southern hospitality and the variety of things to see and do. Our journey begins in Charleston, the historic port city where the charm of the past can be felt in the streets and buildings. Here you can experience the history of the colonial era and the Civil War, but also enjoy the vibrant arts and culture scene. Continue to Myrtle Beach, where you can enjoy the sun, sand, and ocean to the fullest. This popular beach resort also offers an abundance of entertainment and water sports activities.South Carolina's plantations tell of a time when the cultivation of rice and indigo dominated the economy and shaped the architecture. They are a living testimony to the antebellum history of the state. The natural beauties of Congaree National Park and marshlands offer unique eco-experiences, from swamp forests to wildlife viewing. Golf lovers will find their paradise on the world-class golf courses in South Carolina. South Carolina cuisine is characterized by Southern cuisine and Lowcountry specialties, including Creole flavors and seafood. Art and culture flourish in museums, theatres and music events. In this book, we will explore the history and culture of the Gullah Geechee community, which preserves a significant legacy of slavery. We will also look at the future of South Carolina in terms of economy and educational opportunities. Join us on this fascinating journey through South Carolina, a land of contrasts and beauty, and discover the treasures this state has to offer.
Download or read book North Carolina Travel Guide Hidden Gems and Historic Places USA eBook written by Baktash Vafaei and published by StateGuides. This book was released on with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to an exciting journey through the diverse mysteries and historical treasures of North Carolina, the Tar Heel State. This state in the southeastern United States enchants with a rich culture, impressive natural beauty and stories that lie hidden. In this book, we invite you to uncover North Carolina's secrets and discover the hidden gems and historic places that make this state so unique. From the scenic Outer Banks to the historic towns and majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina offers an impressive variety of experiences. Join us on a journey through the history, arts, nature, and culture of North Carolina. We will explore the stories of the pirates, the importance of the civil rights movement, the culinary diversity, and the rich music scene. North Carolina is not only a place of the past, but also a place of the future. In this book, we take a look at the challenges and opportunities facing the Tar Heel State as it preserves and develops its rich heritage. North Carolina is a state of surprises, and we can't wait to take you on this journey. Immerse yourself in the beauty and allure of North Carolina and be enchanted by its uniqueness as we explore the secrets and historical treasures of this impressive state.
Download or read book The Smithsonian Guides to Historic America written by Patricia L. Hudson and published by Harry N. Abrams. This book was released on 1998-04-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covers North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, and West Virginia.
Download or read book Classic Carolina Road Trips from Columbia written by Tom Poland and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2014-08-05 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Columbia, South Carolina, sits in a perfect position--each of the numerous treasures of the Palmetto State is less than a day's drive from the capital. Near Charleston, 137 miles from Columbia, you can enjoy more than seventeen thousand square feet of shade from the iconic Angel Oak. In Blackville, 49 miles from Columbia, you can visit a natural spring that has been deeded to God since 1944. A 53-mile trip to Edgefield will put you in the heart of Peach Country, where you can see many of the peach orchards that make South Carolina one of the nation's leading producers of the sweet fruit. Join author and day-tripper Tom Poland as he maps the beautiful treasures of South Carolina.
Download or read book Insight Guides USA The South Travel Guide eBook written by Insight Guides and published by Apa Publications (UK) Limited. This book was released on 2022-11-01 with total page 672 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Insight Guide to USA The South is a pictorial travel guide in a magazine style providing answers to the key questions before or during your trip: deciding when to go to USA The South, choosing what to see, from exploring New Orleans to discovering the Grand Canyon or creating a travel plan to cover key places like Louisiana, Tennessee. This is an ideal travel guide for travellers seeking inspiration, in-depth cultural and historical information about USA The South as well as a great selection of places to see during your trip. The Insight Guide USA THE SOUTH covers: Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, the Gulf Coast, Louisiana, Arkansas, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina and Virginia. In this travel guide you will find: IN-DEPTH CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL FEATURES Created to explore the culture and the history of USA The South to get a greater understanding of its modern-day life, people and politics. BEST OF The top attractions and Editor's Choice highlighting the most special places to visit around USA The South. CURATED PLACES, HIGH-QUALITY MAPS Geographically organised text cross-referenced against full-colour, high-quality travel maps for quick orientation in Little Rock, Memphis and many more locations in USA The South COLOUR-CODED CHAPTERS Every part of USA The South, from Georgia to Virginia has its own colour assigned for easy navigation. TIPS AND FACTS Up-to-date historical timeline and in-depth cultural background to Charleston as well as an introduction to New Orleans's food and drink and fun destination-specific features. PRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATION A-Z of useful advice on everything from when to go to USA The South, how to get there and how to get around, as well USA The South's climate, advice on tipping, etiquette and more. STRIKING PICTURES Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Edisto Island and the spectacular Luray Caverns.
Download or read book Public Buildings Landmarks and Historic Sites of the United States written by United States. Superintendent of Documents and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 8 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Meet Me at the Rocket written by Rodger E. Stroup and published by Univ of South Carolina Press. This book was released on 2019-10-21 with total page 405 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Who doesn't love the bustle and jangle, the smells, the sounds, the energy, and the tastes of a lively state fair? In this fast-changing world, keeping any endeavor alive and thriving for 150 years is an accomplishment, but the South Carolina State Fair has met any challenges with doggedness, determination, and flair. In the early 1700s South Carolinians were gathering to exchange information about crops and livestock, and small rural fairs were held, enhanced by horse racing, raffles, and other diversions to draw in the populace. The State Agricultural Society of South Carolina was founded in 1839 and held its first annual fair and stock show in November of the following year. In 1869 the State Agricultural and Mechanical Society of South Carolina was founded to revive the fair and has presented a fair in every year except 1918. The South Carolina State Fair has a long and storied history from those early days to its current "meet me at the rocket" days. Those initial fair goers would have been astonished to see the rocket, a Jupiter intermediate-range ballistic missile, greeting them as they arrived on the grounds. The long story of the fair is inextricably bound to the history of South Carolina, of course, and indeed the history of the United States. Stroup ably weaves many strands together through archival records, newspaper reports, anecdotes (have you heard about the "Schara-mouche-Dance by a person from London?") and vintage artifacts, illustrations, paintings, and photographs from the fair's inception to the present. The fair has been an admixture of serious agricultural and animal husbandry and pure entertainment—the scandalous as well as the wholesome, and Stroup investigates them all, from the "Colored State Fair" to the infamous "girlie shows" to the prizes won for livestock—and touches on characters as diverse as Preston Brooks and Seabiscuit. As lively and entertaining as a state fair itself, Meet Me at the Rocket is as thorough a history of an important state institution as can be found. Buy a cotton candy, visit the exhibits, ride the merry-go-round, and enjoy this singular exploration of South Carolina's agriculture and industry, its science and art and history. A foreword is provided by Walter Edgar, the Neuffer Professor of Southern Studies Emeritus and Distinguished Professor Emeritus of History at the University of South Carolina. He is the author of South Carolina: A History, editor of The South Carolina Encyclopedia, and host of the radio program Walter Edgar's Journal.
Download or read book George Washington s 1791 Southern Tour written by Warren L. Bingham and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2016-02-15 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This account of the first president’s trip to unite a young America “follows Washington’s travels day-by-day with detailed information about each stop” (Daily Herald). Newly elected president George Washington set out to visit the new nation aware that he was the singular unifying figure in America. The journey’s finale was the Southern Tour, begun in March 1791. The long and arduous trek from the capital, Philadelphia, passed through seven states and the future Washington, DC. But the focus was on Virginia, the Carolinas, and Georgia. The president kept a rigorous schedule, enduring rugged roads and hazardous water crossings. His highly anticipated arrival in each destination was a community celebration with countless teas, parades, dinners, and dances. Author Warren Bingham reveals the history and lore of the most beloved American president and his survey of the newly formed southern United States. Includes photos
Download or read book Historic Landmarks of Charleston South Carolina written by and published by . This book was released on with total page 13 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Exploring South Carolina State Parks written by J L And Lin Stepp and published by . This book was released on 2021-04 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This colorful guidebook offers a complete recreation guide to the opportunities available in South Carolina's parks for visitors and travelers, families, campers, hikers, nature lovers, history buffs, and outdoor enthusiasts. Best-selling authors J.L. and Lin Stepp so enjoyed visiting all the state parks in their home state of Tennessee, while writing their award-winning book Discovering Tennessee State Parks, that they decided to spread their wings and visit all the parks in South Carolina, too. The result is Exploring South Carolina State Parks, a guidebook providing detailed descriptions of each of the forty-seven state parks, along with descriptions of eight of South Carolina's national parks and historic sites. In a format similar to their Tennessee parks guide and their best-selling Smoky Mountain hiking guide, The Afternoon Hiker, the Stepps provide clear directions to get to every park, suggestions for interesting things to do and see while visiting or camping, tips and local insights about the area, and over 700 color illustrations to showcase the beauty of every park visited. The book is divided into four South Carolina regions, the Lowcountry, Midlands, Pee Dee, and Upstate. Each regional section has its own index and at the end of the book is a colorful map and an alphabetical index to help readers easily locate any park of interest. Based on the authors' own explorations and travels throughout South Carolina, this guide offers a detailed personal account of the diverse and picturesque parks, all rich with history and beauty. So pack your bags and get ready for some fun looking through this guide and planning your upcoming trip to The Palmetto State. "This is more than a publication of South Carolina state parks. It is the perfect guide for exploring what the parks have to offer in detail. For visitors and campers, the listing of the amenities, photos, and directions is a most valuable tool. As an avid camper, the Stepp's previous guidebook, Discovering Tennessee State Parks, helped me to find new hidden gems in my state. With this new guide, I'm looking forward to visiting as many South Carolina parks as I can!" - Gloria Motter, Cades Cove Museum Director, historian and public speaker
Download or read book The South Carolina One day Trip Book written by Jane Ockershausen and published by E P M Publications. This book was released on 1998 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One-Day Trip Books make the familiar seem new and fascinating. Whether you're a visitor or a resident, you'll find interesting, fun-filled places to visit on a day's excursion, whatever your age, income, and interests. Directions, admission details, and telephone numbers are included for each site, and calendars list special events.Contrast the stately homes and sumptuous gardens of Charleston with the unpaved streets of Aiken, where the traffic light buttons cater to people on horseback rather than pedestrians. History lovers, country music fans, and golf enthusiasts will find perfect destinations.
Download or read book Charleston Travel Guide written by Shawn Middleton and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2015-03-10 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the oldest cities in the United States, Charleston, South Carolina has both history and character. With cobblestone streets and decorative front porches, the buildings of Charleston provide a visible record of America's history from its pre-Revolutionary days. Introduction to Charleston, South Carolina - Overview - Culture - Orientation/Location - Climate and When to visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Magnolia Plantation and its 300-year-old Garden - Mount Pleasant across the Cooper River - Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie - Two Relics of Naval Defence - Waterfront Park - The Angel Oak Tree - an Ancient Landmark - Rainbow Row - Places of Worship in Charleston - Museums of Charleston - The South Carolina Aquarium and the Center for Birds of Prey - Other highlights of Historic Charleston - Recommendations for the Budget Traveller - Places to Stay - Places to Eat - Places to Shop
