Points of Interest
Points of Interest
Chesterfield County is full of charming points of interest that invite guests to explore and enjoy. Whether you’re picking fresh produce at a local farm or attending a seasonal event, the agritourism scene here offers a delightful taste of rural life. For history buffs, the county’s museums are a treasure trove of stories and artifacts that bring the area’s rich heritage to life, making every visit a journey through time.
Activities
Southern African American Heritage Center
Located in Cheraw’s historic black business district, the Southern African American Heritage Center is dedicated to preserving the contributions of African Americans in Chesterfield County. Visitors can explore documents and artifacts from the 1800s to the mid-1900s, including items related to Dizzy Gillespie, Coulter Memorial Academy, and civil rights history, while also enjoying walking tours of African American landmarks in downtown Cheraw.
Located in Cheraw’s historic black business district, the Southern African American Heritage Center is dedicated to preserving the contributions of African Americans in Chesterfield County. Visitors can explore documents and artifacts from the 1800s to the mid-1900s, including items related to Dizzy Gillespie, Coulter Memorial Academy, and civil rights history, while also enjoying walking tours of African American landmarks in downtown Cheraw.
Mount Croghan Historic Museum
The Mt. Croghan Historic Museum, located in an early 1900s building, offers a unique glimpse into the town’s past, showcasing a variety of artifacts and exhibits. This building, believed to have housed various businesses over the years, now serves as a repository of local history, featuring photographs, and memorabilia from the area.
The Mt. Croghan Historic Museum, located in an early 1900s building, offers a unique glimpse into the town’s past, showcasing a variety of artifacts and exhibits. This building, believed to have housed various businesses over the years, now serves as a repository of local history, featuring photographs, and memorabilia from the area.
McLeod Farms Antique Museum
The McLeod Farms Antique Museum captivates has an impressive collection of over 20 antique cars, including a 1920 McLaughlin and a 1930 Lincoln. Alongside these classic vehicles, the museum showcases vintage tractors and farming equipment, offering a window into the evolution of agriculture and transportation. This unique museum provides a rich historical experience for all.
The McLeod Farms Antique Museum captivates has an impressive collection of over 20 antique cars, including a 1920 McLaughlin and a 1930 Lincoln. Alongside these classic vehicles, the museum showcases vintage tractors and farming equipment, offering a window into the evolution of agriculture and transportation. This unique museum provides a rich historical experience for all.
Cheraw Lyceum
The Cheraw Lyceum, built around 1820 as a chancery court, later became a center for learning and community activities. It has served various roles, including housing Cheraw’s first telegraph and serving as a military headquarters. Now a free museum, it offers exhibits that showcase Cheraw’s rich history.
The Cheraw Lyceum, built around 1820 as a chancery court, later became a center for learning and community activities. It has served various roles, including housing Cheraw’s first telegraph and serving as a military headquarters. Now a free museum, it offers exhibits that showcase Cheraw’s rich history.
McBee Depot Library & Railroad Museum
The McBee Railroad Museum offers a glimpse into the town’s rich railroading history. Housed in a restored depot, the museum showcases a variety of artifacts and exhibits that highlight the pivotal role of the railroad in the area’s development. Visitors can explore the displays and learn about the stories of the people and trains that shaped McBee’s past.
The McBee Railroad Museum offers a glimpse into the town’s rich railroading history. Housed in a restored depot, the museum showcases a variety of artifacts and exhibits that highlight the pivotal role of the railroad in the area’s development. Visitors can explore the displays and learn about the stories of the people and trains that shaped McBee’s past.
River Bottom Dairy
River Bottom Dairy is a family-owned dairy farm that specializes in producing high-quality milk and artisanal dairy products. Fresh meats are also available. The farm frequently hosts special events and a food-truck rotation on site. River Bottom Dairy is the perfect place for a sweet treat to spend time with others.
Image from Drive – POI – River Bottom
River Bottom Dairy is a family-owned dairy farm that specializes in producing high-quality milk and artisanal dairy products. Fresh meats are also available. The farm frequently hosts special events and a food-truck rotation on site. River Bottom Dairy is the perfect place for a sweet treat to spend time with others.
Image from Drive – POI – River Bottom
Signature Events
March
Patrick
Sandblast Rally
September
Ruby
Ruby Jubilee
October
Cheraw
South Carolina Jazz Festival
May
Patrick
Patrick Pinestraw Festival
July
Pageland
Pageland Watermelon Festival
April
Cheraw
Cheraw Spring Festival
Places To Stay
From cabins at a state park to hotel rooms in a downtown full of charm, Chesterfield County has several lodging options to choose from.
Places To Eat
With over 50 locally owned restaurants, there is something to satisfy everyone’s palate in Chesterfield County.
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Chesterfield County
Chesterfield County is comprised of seven municipalities each offering family-friendly activities, delicious dining and more!