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Begun in 1866 as a brush arbor church, built of poles, tree branches and bushes by freed slaves. The first wooden structure was built by the church's congregation in 1874. It was replaced by the current brick Romanesque Revival building in 1913.

Please call the church or the Chester County library (803-377-8145) for detailed directions and more information. The Chester County Cemetery survey needs your help in locating abandoned and rural church cemeteries and in taking rosters of rural African-American church graveyards. If you are interested or have questions, call Tally Johnson at 803-377-8145.

Attractions and Upcoming Events


Calvary Baptist Church

Built 1859, original furniture and plates in use. Please call the church or the Chester County library (803-377-8145) for detailed directions and more information.

Chester, SC Churches

Brainerd Institute

This institute grew out of an 1866 school for freedman. It became Brainerd Institute in 1868

Chester, SC Other Attractions

Zion Pilgrim Baptist Cemetery

This site is considered one of the largest African-American cemeteries in Chester County. Please call the church or the Chester County library (803-377-8145) for detailed directions and more information.

Chester, SC Cemeteries

Chester Golf Club

Course Access: Semi-Private
Holes: 18
Reserve Advance Tee Times: 2

Chester, SC Golf Courses

Things to do near Chester, SC

Lake Wateree Properties

Quiet, peaceful. Several small, rustic cabins fronting on Lake Wateree....

Chestnut Grove Ame Zion

Only African-American Spanish-American War Veteran's grave in the country. Please call the church or the Chester County li...

Spears Guest House

Located downtown in historic district.Four bedrooms elegantly furnished with antiques and local art. Private baths, queen bed...

Songbird Manor

Showcase of southern craftsmanship built in 1912; Private baths, Cable TV, telephones; fireplaces; veranda; formal parlor; si...

Bethlehem Baptist

Predates the Civil War, cemetery. Call the church or the Chester County library (803-377-8145) for detailed directions and mo...