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Museum and Library of Confederate History - Greenville, SC
This is a unique museum dedicated to the accurate portrayal of the tragic periods in American History from 1861-1865, the time of the American Civil War. The museum is the home to numerous artifacts and displays portraying the war and home life in the South during this time in history.
The museum of the 16th Regiment, South Carolina Volunteers, Museum of Confederate History was established to protect, preserve and defend the memory, history and heritage of the 250,000 Confederate soldiers who died during the War Between the States. It is focused on giving a true and accurate historical perspective of the War period in an educational manner as well as to preserve the cultural heritage and artifacts of the South. There is an extensive research library in conjunction with the Museum.
Burt-Stark Mansion - Abbeville, South Carolina
When the Civil War began the first reading of the secession papers was done in the Burt-Stark Mansion giving birth to the Confederacy. For years the war ravaged the county, thousands were injured or killed and lives ruined. Plantations were burned, livelihoods destroyed and in the end, the slaves freed.
This tragic period in history not only began at Burt-Stark Mansion but also ended here on May 2, 1865, less than a month after Lee's surrender at Appomattox, the war council of the Confederate forces met with President Jefferson Davis and disbanded the armies. Present at this meeting were cabinet members Benjamin, Mallory, Reagan and Breckinridge and five Brigade Commanders, Ferguson, Dibrell, Vaughn, Duke and Breckinridge.
If you are looking for a beautiful place to enjoy outdoor activities and you also happen to like history, plan a visit to Keowee-Toxaway State Natural Area in South Carolina's northwestern mountains. During your visit, you can camp, hike, picnic, view wildlife and even go fishing and boating at nearby Lake Keowee. There are 1,000 acres of nature to explore at Keowee-Toxaway park, and an intriguing Cherokee museum is also on location.
The South Carolina Aquarium located on Charleston Harbor is a fascinating place to visit if you love animals and enjoy learning about nature. There are over 10,000 animals residing at the Charleston Aquarium, and exhibits include much more than aquatic creatures.
