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The Region 2 Discovery Center offers you an opportunity to explore the history and modern day landscape of Abbeville, Edgefield, Greenwood and McCormick counties. The 6,000 square foot museum is filled with exhibits that take you from the natural landscape and settlement in the region to the politics that have shaped the history of the four counties. Exhibits interpret the military history of the region, the story of cotton, the influence of mill villages, and the key people who influenced the region. The Modern Landscape exhibit offers a virtual bike tour of the back roads and freshwater coast of the Heritage Corridor, making it a must visit.

The Center features rotating exhibit space and hosts special events monthly. Finally, the Region 2 Center features a unique gift shop that features local and regional artists, Palmetto- themed merchandise and books about the state or written by South Carolina authors.

The Discovery Center is child friendly and the staff is knowledgeable about the local history and ready to help you discover the region. From lodging and eating to recreation and family fun spots, the Discovery Center will be your passport to discovering the South Carolina National Heritage Corridor.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Tompkins Library & Edgefield Welcome Center

This historic building serves as a genealogical and historical research center focusing on the Old 96

Edgefield, SC Other Attractions

Lick Fork Sumter National Forest

Camping, mountain biking, hiking, fishing (accessible pier), boating (non-motorized), swimming (bath house) and picnicking (shelter). Day use - closed December 15th - March 30th

Edgefield, SC National Forests

Heritage Jubilee

Our Heritage Jubilee offers a wildlife cook-off, pig-pickin'

Edgefield, SC Other Attractions

Parson's Mountain Recreation Area

Handicap accessible day use area, and fishing pier. Picnic area has tables grills, and group shelter. Bath house with flush toilets and showers. Camp sites have fire ring, table, no electricity. Self serve pay station - $3 parking, $7

Edgefield, SC Other Attractions

Parson's Mt (National Forest)

Camping, hiking , fishing and boating (non-motorized), swimming (bath house), and picnicking (shelter). Nearby OHV trail (5 minutes) and Rifle Range (10 minutes), horse trail (10 Minutes). Closed December 15 through March 30

Edgefield, SC National Forests

Things to do near Edgefield, SC

The Latimer Inn

The Latimer Inn is located on the SC National Heritage Corridor, Scenic Highway 81 only 2 miles from Calhoun Falls State Park...

Quality Inn

Bypass 72...

Abbeville Motel

Small motel; Restaurant nearby....