MARLBORO COUNTY HISTORICAL MSM

BENNETTSVILLE, SC

Marlboro County Historical Museum in Bennettsville, South Carolina is a museum dedicated to preserving the history and culture of Marlboro County. The museum is located in a historic building that was once the Bennettsville Female Academy, built in 1836. The museum was established in 1977 and has since been a cornerstone of the community, attracting visitors from all over the state.

The museum features a collection of artifacts, documents, and photographs that illustrate the rich history of Marlboro County. The exhibits cover a wide range of topics, including the Native American tribes that once inhabited the area, the Civil War and Reconstruction, and the development of the county's agriculture and industry.

One of the museum's most significant exhibits is dedicated to the life and legacy of John C. Calhoun, a prominent statesman and politician who was born in Marlboro County. The exhibit features original documents and personal items from Calhoun's life, as well as a replica of his study.

In addition to its exhibits, the museum hosts a variety of educational programs and events throughout the year, including lectures and guided tours. The museum is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday and admission is free.

MARLBORO COUNTY HISTORICAL MSM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in BENNETTSVILLE SC. US MID #8404500031

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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• telephone: 8434795624

MARLBORO COUNTY HISTORICAL MSM
123 S MARLBORO ST
BENNETTSVILLE
SC
29512

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