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.
Chester, SC ChurchesDowntown location, continental breakfast, and restaurants nearby. Outdoor pool;
Chester, SC BusinessesFirst church founded in the city of Chester in 1836. Please call the church or the Chester County library (803-377-8145) for detailed directions and more information.
Chester, SC Other AttractionsThis institute grew out of an 1866 school for freedman. It became Brainerd Institute in 1868
Chester, SC Other AttractionsLearning of the disaster at Camden, Patriot Gen. Thomas Sumter pulled his troops northward and camped at Fishing Creek near G...
Built on rolling hills, this layout concludes with its signature hole, a 528-yard, par 5, which requires the golfer to carry ...
The museum is located in a three-story brick 1830 Federal-style former home and ladies' boarding school run by Catherine Ladd...
Located within walking distance of downtown....
Founded 1759, oldest standing church in the county. Please call the church or the Chester County library (803-377-8145) for d...