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This driving tour highlights the cotton industry from farm to gin and everything in between. Real cotton fields line the roads as the trail goes from I-20 (Bishopville) through Hartsville, Society Hill, Cheraw, Bennettsville, Clio and on to I-95 near Dillon. Many sites along the trail are historic in nature and depict the architecture and "way of life" of the day.

From the time cotton was "king" in the South through the present, African-Americans have played a major role in the agricultural development of South Carolina. The South Carolina Cotton Trail travels through five rural communities. Sites include Pearl Fryar's Topiary Garden, the SC Cotton Museum, the home site where Simon Brown first spun the tales of Brer Rabbit, and Dizzy Gillespie's hometown. Drive and experience a taste of this dynamic facet of Southern and Pee Dee heritage. Step-on guides available for motorcoach groups.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Hartsville Genealogical Research Library

Housed in the historic c. 1907 train depot, this research library collects, preserves and makes available the genealogical and historical heritage of the Old Darlington District of South Carolina. The library has a large collection of genealogy books, newsletters, maps from across South &

Hartsville, SC Other Attractions

Landmark Inn

Variety of rooms available including suites, deluxe room with coffeemaker, refrigerator and microwave; 3-room jacuzzi suite available. Iron and ironing boards; hairdryers at desk (upon availability)

Hartsville, SC Businesses

Hartsville Country Club

Designed by Ed Riccoboni, this well-maintained layout features generous fairways, smooth greens, plenty of sand and water, and a good mix of playable and challenging holes. Best Hole: No. 16, a 150-yard Par-3

Hartsville, SC Golf Courses


Comfort Inn

Free USA Today paper;

Hartsville, SC Businesses

Things to do near Hartsville, SC

Hamer Welcome Center

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Art's Alive

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Darlington Raceway & Stock Car Museum

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Pee Dee State Farmers' Market

This 55-acre site is home to a vast variety of plants and flowers, fresh fruits and vegetables, homemade goods and garden acc...

Hartsville International Triathlon

A sprint and international distance triathlon....