Built in the 1830s, this Greek-Revival house was the site of the first reading of the secession papers, giving birth to the Confederacy. The "Cause" died here as well. On May 2, 1865, less than a month after Lee's surrender at Appomattox, the war council of the Confederate forces met with President Jefferson Davis and formally disbanded the armies. A National Historic Landmark, the house contains Stark family antiques, including the furnishing used by Jefferson and his war council.
Lake Secession is a 1,460 acre man-made lake operated by the City of Abbeville. It is formed from the Rocky River and several creeks. Public access is through a public boat ramp near SC Hwy 184
Abbeville, SC Other Attractions1850's Victorian featuring 5 beautiful bedrooms, private baths, cable TV/
Abbeville, SC BusinessesBuilt in the 1830s, this Greek-Revival house was the site of the first reading of the secession papers, giving birth to the Confederacy. The "Cause" died here as well. On May 2, 1865, less than a month after Lee'
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Abbeville, SC Other AttractionsEarly in this century, Abbeville was a center of activity for western South Carolina. Many "road companies" toured from New York to Atlanta, with the Opera House as an overnight stop. Between 1908 and 1913, Abbevillians enjoyed approximately 260
Abbeville, SC Famous HomesSouth Carolina's first four-year denominational college, Erskine includes coeducational liberal arts college and Erskine Theo...
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Historic Edgefield's Heritage Jubilee features a barbeque cook-off, carnival rides, motorcycle show, arts and crafts exhibits...
Our all day family festival kicks off the day with a morning parade led by the 116th Georgia Army National Guard Band. The fe...