Northeastern South Carolina PEE DEE COUNTRY VISITORS GUIDE

A sparkling gem of nature’s best with an intriguing past, exciting present and promising future! WELCOME TO THE PEE DEE!

Pee Dee Country... the place to stay and play in northeast South Carolina!

his seven-county region, named for the original Native American Pee Dee Indians who inhabited it long ago and subsequently the Pee Dee Rivers, still offer the natural wonders that attracted the TNative Americans and early settlers. A sparkling gem of nature’s best, Pee Dee Country has a unique combination of scenic parks and natural areas as well as a history spanning both Revolutionary and Civil War times, reflected in its wonderfully preserved historic homes, plantations and buildings.

Here’s the ideal place to experience the heritage of the agrarian lifestyle of the old South and its relaxed way of life. Both cotton and tobacco played an important role in the early growth of the region. The South Carolina Cotton Museum is located in Bishopville and has preserved the legacy of the cotton culture in South Carolina and a way of life long gone but still reflected in the present. The South Carolina Tobacco Museum is located in the historic train depot in Mullins and depicts farm life and the growing of the “golden leaf” prior to 1950. Many other Pee Dee towns boast fascinating museums displaying local artifacts.

Pee Dee Country offers three beautiful state parks and natural areas and many local parks as well as four scenic rivers. The area also has more than 30 exciting and affordable golf courses! It’s no wonder that outdoor activities are popular here! Come chip, putt, paddle, cycle, race, raft, kayak, hike, fish and just have fun!

And while you’re here, enjoy the entertainment of one of our many local festivals. Good food, good times and a glimpse of our history is found in the Cotton Festival, the Tobacco Festival, the Pecan Festival, the Sweet Potato Festival, the Quilt Festival, the Barbeque Shag Festival, the Greek Festival, the Catfish Festival, the Sankofa Festival and the International Festival, to name just a few! Race car fans will want to catch a race at the famous Darlington Raceway! Take in the history of the world’s greatest spectator sport at the National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame and the Darlington Raceway Stock Car Museum. Learn about the racing pioneers and the historic cars that carried them to greatness. Pee Dee Country is truly a land of the past, present and future with something for everyone.

Come stay and play with us...discover a place like no other!

Plan Your Visit!

For assistance, please call the Pee Dee Tourism Commission toll free 843.669.0950 or visit us online at www.peedeetourism.com or check with other local information bureaus.

All telephone numbers in the seven-county Pee Dee Region are within the 843 and 803 area codes unless otherwise noted. This guide may not include all the attractions, events, restaurants or accommodations in the area. All activities, dates, locations, programs and times are correct as of January 1, 2019, but are subject to change without notice.

Pee Dee Tourism Commission 2513 W. Lucas Street #6 Florence, SC 29501

Bennettsville Chamber of Commerce 714 N. Marlboro St. Bennettsville, SC 29512 843.479.3941 www.bennettsvillesc.com/chamber

Greater Darlington Chamber of Commerce 38 Public Square Darlington, SC 29532 843.393.2641 www.darlingtonchamber.com

Dillon County Chamber of Commerce 126 N. MacArthur Ave., Dillon, SC 29536 843.774.8551/www.dilloncountychamber.com

Florence Convention & Visitors Bureau 3290 W. Radio Dr., Florence, SC 29501 800.325.9005/ 843.664.0330/www.florencesccvb.com

Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce 100 W. Evans St., Florence, SC 29503 843.665.0515/www.flochamber.com continued from page 3...

Greater Hartsville Chamber of Commerce 214 N. Fifth St., Hartsville, SC 29550 843.332.6401/www.hartsvillechamber.org

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Greeleyville n Marion County 521 n Marlboro County n Williamsburg County 41

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Greater Lake City Chamber of Commerce 144 S. Acline St., Lake City, SC 29560 843.374.8611/www.lakecitysc.org

Lee County Chamber of Commerce Contact through Cotton Museum 803.484.4497/www.sccotton.org

Marion County Chamber of Commerce 100 W. Court St., Marion, SC 29571 843.423.3561/www.marionscchamber.com

Mullins Chamber of Commerce 1 N. Main St., Mullins, SC 29574 843.464.6651/www.mullinssc.com

Williamsburg Home Town Chamber 130 E. Main St., Kingstree, SC 29556 843.355.6431/www.williamsburgsc.org

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o doubt Darlington County is best known as the home of the Darlington Raceway, for years a major stop on the NASCAR circuit and its oldest speedway. Now racing spills over into related attractions Nsuch as the Darlington Raceway Stock Car Museum and NMPA (National Motorsports Press Association) Hall of Fame, both located on site. But Darlington County is also a showcase for historical attractions related to the Old South and its agrarian lifestyle. See restored historic sites, Coker College and it’s famous Kalmia Gardens and delight in the fun of a wonderful variety of festivals held here throughout the year.

Darlington County Tourism 214 N. Fifth St., Hartsville, SC 29550 888.427.8720 / 843.339.9511/www.darlingtoncounty.org

Black Creek Arts Center 116 W. College Ave., Hartsville 843.332.6234 / www.blackcreekarts.org Housed in the restored 1930s Community Market Building, the Black Creek Arts Council preserves and cultivates the arts. The center features changing visual arts exhibits in the Gallery. Open Mon., Wed., Thurs., Fri., 10 am–12 noon and 1 pm–5 pm

Center Theater 212 N. 5th Street, Hartsville 843.332.5721 Housed in the Art Deco Hartsville Community Center Building, the Center Theater operated for decades as a movie house. It is one of the Pee Dee region’s premier performing arts facilities, featuring a wide array of theatrical productions, musicals, comedies, and entertaining children’s theater performances.

Coker College/DeLoach Center 300 E. College Ave., Hartsville 843.383.8018 www.coker.edu Coker College was founded in 1908 as a liberal arts college for women, and today is a co-ed institution. The campus is home to several historic buildings, the Cecelia Coker Bell Art Gallery (383.8156 www.coker.edu/art/gallery.html) and the exciting new $6 million Elizabeth Boatwright Coker Performing Arts Center which includes two theaters,instructional facilities and the Stein Gallery of pre-Columbian and Oriental artifacts. (www.coker.edu/campus/EBCPAC.htm)

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Coker Farms National Historical Landmark 1257 S. Fourth St. (SC 151 Bus.), Hartsville 888.427.8720/ 843.383.3005 www.hartsvillemuseum.org Housed in a replica of the original dairy barn, this center depicts Coker Pedigreed Seed Company’s impact on southern agriculture. The company was an experimental farm founded by David R. Coker in 1914 and had the first cotton breeding program in the US- Open 7 days, 10 am–6 pm. Admission: Free

Dargan Farms 1301 S. Charleston Rd., Darlington Seasonal Activities: Corn Maze, Pick your own pumpkins, Hayride, Corn Cannon, Gem Mining, Children Play Area, Halloween Costume Contest, Egg drop in the Spring for Easter.

Darlington Raceway 1301 Harry Byrd Hwy. (US 52), Darlington Tickets: 843.395.8499/www.darlingtonraceway.com The “Track too Tough to Tame,” NASCAR’s oldest super speedway has been the site of many legendary races. Hourly tours of the track will show you history, tradition and family fun!

Darlington Raceway Stock Car Museum and NMPA (National Motorsports Press Assoc.) Hall of Fame 1301 Harry Byrd Hwy. (US 52), Darlington 843.395.8862/ 843.395.8821 Take a trip back in time to relive the magical moments that have made NASCAR racing the world’s greatest spectator sport. See and learn about the pioneers of the sport and the historic cars that carried them to greatness. NASCAR souvenirs in the gift shop. Open 7 days, 9 am–5 pm. Admission: Adults $7.50; Veterans $5, Children 12 & under, Free

The Key: Hartsville’s Visitors Center 106 E. Carolina Ave., Hartsville Be sure to visit The Key, Hartsville’s Visitors Center and Gift Shoppe in downtown Hartsville. It has local merchandise highlighting Hartsville’s schools and attractions. Here you will find souvenirs, brochures, pamphlets, and more information on fun things to do during your stay.

Hartsville Museum 222 N. Fifth St., Hartsville 843.383.3005/www.hartsvillemuseum.org This museum is housed in a restored post office built in 1930 and provides a glimpse of the area’s past. It features the Lawhon History Gallery, a unique silver collection and other interesting displays of local history, including the first car in the state. The Sculpture Courtyard, completed in 2001, is adjacent. Open Mon.– Fri., 10 am–5 pm; Sat. 10 am–2 pm. Admission: Free

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Jacob Kelley House Museum 2585 Kelleytown Rd., Hartsville 888.427.8720/ 843.339.9511 This c. 1820 house, now restored, served briefly as a headquarters for General Sherman’s army during the War Between the States and is furnished with period pieces. Open March–Dec., 1st Sun., 3–5 pm, or by appointment. Confederate memorial service 1st Sun. in May. Holiday tours & period decor, 1st Sun., Dec.

John Lide Hart Cottage 106 E. Home Ave., Hartsville 888.427.8720/ 843.339.9511/www.darlingtoncounty.org This is the oldest standing home in Hartsville. The town was named after John Hart’s father, Thomas Edwards Hart. John Hart started the first church, a carriage factory, a grist mill and other businesses. The cottage is restored with period furnishings. Open 1st Sun. in Dec., 3–5 pm, or by appointment.

Kalmia Gardens of Coker College 1624 W. Carolina Ave. (SC 15 Bus.), Hartsville 843.383.8145 / www.coker.edu/kalmia Developed by Mrs. David R. Coker and located on the original Thomas Hart plantation on the banks of the Black Creek, this 35-acre botanical garden features exquisite azaleas, dogwoods, camellias and mountain laurel or Kalmia, for which the garden is named. Canoes are available to explore the waters of the Black Creek. Spring is the best time to see the flowering delights but it’s an adventure at any season! Open all year during daylight hours. Admission: Free

Liberty Lane Walk of Fame Between 114 & 126 Pearl St. (SC 34), Darlington 843.339.9511 This small city park features the hand prints in concrete of several NASCAR racing legends who have won at Darlington Raceway, such as Jeff Gordon, Dale Jarrett and Richard Petty. Open all year during daylight hours.

Pim’s Farm & Corn Maze 464 Dovesville Hwy., Darlington 888.277.7815/www.cornfieldmaze.com Find your way through nine acres of corn planted in a puzzling labyrinth of criss crossing trails. A working farm tour is available for school and group tours. Corn Maze open early September–mid-November, Sat., 10 am–9 pm, Sun., 2 pm–9 pm, Wed., 6 pm–8 pm. All other times by appointment only. Admission: Adults $7, Children 4-11 $6, Children under 4 free,Group rate $6.

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Society Hill Historic District US 15/US 52/US 401, Society Hill 888.427.8720/ 843.339.9511 This charming village features antebellum buildings of the region’s earliest settlers. The town was settled by Welsh Baptists and indigo was the earliest money crop. Notable structures include the Old Society Hill Library, Trinity Church, the Coker Rogers Store and the c.1869 railroad depot. Self-guided tour maps are available at the Society Hill Town Hall at 280 S. Main St.

Wilds-Edwards House 120 Edwards Ave, Darlington 843.496.6629 Wonderful 1856 Italianate Home Being offered as a guesthouse and venue. Located in Beautiful Darlington, South Carolina.

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ACCOMMODATIONS Quality Inn 903 Fifth Street DARLINGTON 843.383.0110

Darlington Motel 600 Pearl St. (SC 34/SC 151) SHOPPING 843.393.2881 (Due to space limitations, all stores cannot be listed here. For a detailed list, please refer to the telephone Yellow Pages.) HARTSVILLE Shopping Centers Fairfield Inn 200 S. Fourth St. Hartsville Mall 843.332.9898 / 800.228.2800 816.818 S. Fourth St. www.marriott.com (SC 151 Bus.) & 807.827 S. Fifth St. (US 15 Bus.), Hartsville Motel Athletic Action, Belk Department Store, Cricket 806 N. Fifth St. (US 15 Bus.) Wireless, Goody’s, It’s Fashion, Mog’s, Nails & Tan, 843.332.6556 / 843.332.1581 and Roses

Hampton Inn & Suites Hartsville Crossing 203 E. Carolina Ave. 1150 S. Fourth St. 843.332.2128 (SC 151 Bus., near US 15 Bypass) Cato, Dollar Tree, Hibbett Sports, Le Nails, Rent- Landmark Inn A-Center, Sally Beauty Supply, Shoe Show, Verizon 1301 S. Fourth St. Wireless, Wal-Mart Supercenter (SC 151 Bus. / US 15) 843.332.2611 / 800.628.9108 Alexander’s www.landmarkinnsc.com and Isabella’s 8 Public Square, The Mantissa 843.857.9191 Executive Suites & Spa 130 Carolilna Ave. 843.917.0670 www.mantissaboutique.com

Oak Manor Inn B & B 314 E. Home Ave. 843.383.9553 www.oakmanor.com

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ANTIQUES & ART GALLERIES Re-tail Therapy Resale 149 W. Carolina Ave. DARLINGTON 843.917.4197

151 Auction Second Wind Furniture Shoppe 2057 Harry Byrd Highway 153 W. Carolina Ave 843-393-1961 843-917-4131

B & B Variety & Antiques Timms Attic 703 Pearl Street 126 W. Carolina Ave. 843-398-9863 843.383.3803

The Jeweler’s Bench Vacuum Center 60 Public Square & Antiques 843-395-2200 586 W. Carolina Avenue 843-332-1232 Merle Norman 84 Public Square Warren’s Vacuum Center and Antiques 129 W. Carolina Ave. Main Street Jeweler’s 843.332.1232 30 Public Square

Scarlett’s Antiques LAMAR 500 E. Broad Street 843-393-4952 Scarlett’s Treasures 322 Deer Run Dr. Simon’s Welding Shop & “Junk” Art 843.326.7493 246 Syracuse St. 843.393.3676 Barn of All Trades 865 Lee State Park Rd. So-Lina Auction 2085 Lamar Highway 843-393-7631 OUTLETS

HARTSVILLE Craig Outlet, Inc. (apparel) Fleur De Lis 213 W. Pearl St. 813 W. Bobo Newsom Hwy. (2 blks off US Hwy. 401), 843.383.4438 Lamar 843.326.5759 Frame Moxie 154 E. Mantissa Row CHAIN STORES 843.917.0283 www.framemoxie.com Dollar General, Family Dollar, Walgreens, CVS, Rite Aid, Tractor Supply, Walmart Retrofit sip-n-seat 152 E. Mantissa Row 843.309.9583 www.retrofitsipnseat.com 11 DARLINGTON COUNTY Restaurant & Dining Guide

DARLINGTON Nick’s Bar-B-Que Black Creek Bistro 310 S. Main St. 110 W. Pinewood Avenue B&B Restaurant 843.393.6684 843.332.3898 1536 S. Main St. (US 52) 843.393.9534 Pizza Hut Bottle & Tap 1384 S. Main St. (US 52) 621 S. 5th St. A Carolina Drug 843.393.5201 843.309.9522 Company 52 Public Square, 843.393.2865 Raceway Grill Bow Thai 1207 Harry Byrd Hwy. 150 E. Carolina Ave. Carolina Lunch/ 843.393.9212 843.917.4026 Dairy Bar 318 Pearl St., 843.398.4531 South of Pearl Carolina Lunch 177 Edwards Ave. 155 W. Carolina Ave., Darlington 843. 332.9511 Country Club Takis Diner 125 Country Club Rd. 609 Pearl St. (SC 34) Crema 843.393.8979 136 W. Carolina Ave. Fahrenheit 225 843.309.9606 26 Public Square Tenampa www.cremacoffeebar.com Public Square Jewel’s Deluxe D & S Subs Restaurant Fast Food 32 Public Square, 843.393.5511 348 N. 5th St., 843.332.2339 Bojangles, Burger King, Domino’s Pizza, Huddle House, KFC, Fuji Express Jin Jin 115 Pearl St., 843.393.2355 McDonald’s, Palmetto Subs, Papa 902 S. Fifth St. (US 15 Bus.) John’s, Sav-Way, Subway, Taco 843. 332.7200 Joe’s Grill Bell, Waffle House, Wendy’s 360 Russell St., 843.393.9140 Golden Dragon II 111 S. Fourth St. Mamma Mia’s HARTSVILLE 843.332.3668 114 Ward St., 843.968.9285 Applebee’s Grill & Bar Griggs Circle Bakery Missy’s Cafe 203 S. Fifth St., 843.339.2611 116 N. 5th Street 502 S. Main St., 843.395.6009 843.309.9375 Bizzell’s Food & Spirits www.griggscirclebakery.com Mayflower Seafood 137 E. Carolina Ave., Restaurant 843.857.9080 Groucho’s Deli 1765 Harry Byrd Highway 146 E. Carolina Ave. 843.393.9181 843.383.1917

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J. Michael’s Retrofit Sip-n-Seat Westwood Bar-B-Que Restaurant 152 E. Mantissa Row 604 W. Bobo Newsom Hwy. 636 Poole St., 843.383.4272 843.309.9583 843.332.7142

La Victoria Rooftop Bar Wingz & Ale Restaurant at Mantissa 500 S. 5th St. 1705 S. Fifth St., 843.332.0081 130 E. Carolina Ave. 843.332.2234 The Midnight Rooster Ruth’s Drive-In Winn Buffet Chinese 136 E. Carolina Ave. 659 W. Carolina Ave. Restaurant 843.857.0640 843.332.6771 1423 Retail Row (Wal-mart Shopping Center), 843.383.8858 Mr. B’s Seafood 964 W. Lydia Hwy. (US 15) Sam Kendall’s Zapata’s Grill 843.332.5560 134 E. Carolina Ave. 1217 Retail Row 843.339.2005 843.332.2937 New York Pizza by the Slice Sophia’s Fast Food 921 W. Carolina Ave. 128 E. College Ave. Bojangles, Captain D’s, Cookout, 843.917.0388 843.332.4858 Domino’s, Hardee’s, Huddle www.hartsvillesbestpizza.com House, KFC, Little Caesar’s Pizza, Nueva Villa McDonalds, Papa John’s, Sonic 403 S. 5th St. Shoney’s Drive In, Substation II,Subway, 843.332.9255 905 S. Fifth St., 843.332.5315 Taco Bell,Wendy’s,Yogi Bear Fried Chicken, Zaxby’s Pam’s Restaurant Shug’s Steakhouse 1009 W. Bobo Newsom Hwy. 2404 Kelleytown Rd., 332.5145 E. of Hartsville, 843.383.3747 LAMAR Pita Pit Taco the Town 156 E. Carolina Ave. Bernard’s Tavern 621 S. 5th Street & Seafood 843.307.8592 Pizza Hut Main St. 251 Hartsville Crossing Blvd, 843.332.4118

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Abington Manor 14 DILLON COUNTY Sights To See

illon County is home to one of the most famous traveler stops on I-95...South of the Border, the unique Mexican motif mini-resort marked by its sombrero shaped watertower. But for thousands, DDillon means “marriage” as the well-known Dillon Marriage Chapel performs over 7,000 a year. Dillon also has preserved its past with a number of museums and structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places. And, it is the home of the 835-acre Little Pee Dee State Park, ideal for hiking,camping, picnicking and fishing. The county is known for its fine golf courses and hunting opportunities as well.

Dillon County Courthouse 401 W. Main St., Dillon 843.774.2671 Completed in 1911, the building is one of the few remaining examples of Beaux Arts style and is on the National Register of Historic Places. The top floor hallway is an interesting display of more than 40 pictures depicting the county’s history. Open by appointment.

Dillon County Museum 101 S. Marion St., Latta 843.774.8551 www.dillonmuseum.com/museum.htm This museum is located in the late Dr. Henry Edwards’ office and is considered one of the best small town museums in the state. It offers a glimpse of life in Dillon County at the turn of the century. Open daily, 1:30 pm–4:30 pm, or by appointment.

Dillon County Theatre 114 N. MacArthur Ave., Dillon 843.774.8551 The present day theatre had its grand opening in January, 1990. It is one of the few remaining examples of Spanish Colonial architecture in the state and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Open by appointment.

J. W. Dillon House Museum 1108 W. Main St., Dillon www.dillonmuseum.com The Dillon House, built in 1890, was moved to its present site in 1967 by the Dillon County Historical Society. It was the family home of J. W. Dillon, the founder of Dillon County and at one time served as a boarding house for railway travelers. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Open daily, 2–4 pm, or by appointment.

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Dillon Motor Speedway 1436 Old Track Road, Dillon 843.774.1888/www.dillonmotorspeedway.com High velocity, action-packed excitement on Saturday nights! Exciting competition between local stock car drivers as well as racing from touring series such as the Allison Legacy Series and the United Sprint Car Series. April–Nov.

South of the Border I.95 & US 301 N., Dillon 843.774.2411/800.845.6011 www.pedroland.com This unique Mexican motif mini-resort is a familiar fixture to travelers on I-95 with its sombrero shaped obser- vation tower. It features a motel, restaurants, factory outlet shopping, a mini golf course, swimming pool, tennis courts and camping. Open 7 days, 24 hours.

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ACCOMMODATIONS HAMER

DILLON Budget Motel 3215 US 301 N. Best Value Inn 843.774.7761 904 Radford Blvd. 843.774.5111 LATTA

Columns Bed Abingdon Manor B & B & Breakfast 307 Church St. 601 E. Main St. 843.752.5090/888.752.5090 843.774.3456 www.abingdonmanor.com

Days Inn Best Western Motel 818 Radford Blvd. 1534 SC Hwy. 38W 843.774.6041 843.752.5060

Econo Lodge Latta Motel 1223 Radford Blvd. 226 S. Richardson St. 843.774.4181 843.752.5661

Heart of Dillon Motel Patrick Henry Motor Lodge 811 US 301 N. 207 N. Richardson St. 843.774.8221 843.752.1100

Quality Inn SHOPPING 817 Radford Blvd. 843.774.0222 DILLON

Ramada Limited APC Liquidators 823 Radford Blvd. 300 E. Main Street 843.841.0110 843.774.0443 B & W Auction Red Roof Inn 2239 Highway 9 E. 810 Radford Blvd. 843.774.8742 843.774.4137 Badcock Home Super 8 Motel Furnishings & More W. SC 9 and I.95 216 Radford Blvd. 843.841.0900 843.774.4161

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Farmer’s Home Furniture Taldous 1305 US 301 S. 1103 US 301 N. 843.841.1812 843.774.9672

Feed & Farm Store The Framer’s Market 501 W. Main St. 106 N. MacArthur Ave. 843.774.8191 843.841.1500

Goody’s Thomas Florist & Gifts 214 Radford Blvd. 1114 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. 843.774.2612 843.774.0868

GiGi & Docs Wal-Mart Supercenter 221 E. Main St. 805 Enterprise Rd. 843.774.6761 CHAIN STORES The Hair Shack & Clothing Boutique Dollar General, Family Dollar, Walgreens, 102 Hwy 301 N. CVS , Rite Aid, and Wal-Mart 843.627.3456 LATTA Herald Office Supply 110 E. Roosevelt St. Best Western Motel 843.774.5155 1534 SC Hwy. 38W 843.752.5060 Hi-Lites 118 W. Main St. Lane’s Firearms 843.774.1001 103 E. Main St. 843.752.5384 Hobbett Sports 232 Radford Blvd Roses 843.774.2005 413 Radford Blvd 843.774.7518 J.B.’s Jewelry 210 W. Main St. Treasures From 843.774.6038 the Attic 101 E. Main St. Merle Norman 843.752.5625 Cosmetics 104 N. MacArthur Ave. LAKE VIEW 843.774.9243 Townsend’s Furniture Missy’s Crafts Townsend’s Jewelry 1523 Hwy. 9W Richard Temple Blvd. 843.841.1911 843.759.2851

Pope Furniture 315 E. Main St. 843.774.8255

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DILLON Helmi’s Japanese SOUTH OF THE BORDER Hibachi & Sushi Bar B & C Steak & BBQ 813.A Radford Blvd. Peddler Steak House 829 Radford Blvd. 843.841.9850 US. 301 N. 843.774.5818 843.774.3141 King’s Famous Pizza Carolina Seafood 100 S. Second Ave. LATTA 210 S. First Ave. 843.774.3811 843.774.9671 Abingdon Manor The Kitchen 307 Church St. China Buffet 110 1st Street 843.752.5090 / 888.752.5090 208 US 301 N. 843.774.6381 843.841.3188 King’s Famous Pizza Papa Tom’s 241 S. Richardson St. China King 809 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd 843.752.4370 300 US 301 S. 843.774.8722 843.774.2333 Shuler’s BBQ Sidney’s 419 South Carolina 38 Del Sol Mexican 107 N. First Avenue 843.752.4700 Restaurant 843.774.0128 904 US 301 N. Fast Food 843.774.8882 Tokyo Dairy Queen, Subway, Wendy’s 517 Radford Blvd Doo Rights 843.774.1918 211 1st Street 843.487.7371 Fast Food Arby’s, Bojangles, Burger King, Gas Grille Cook-Out, Hardee’s, Huddle 203 1st Street House, KFC, McDonald’s, 843.506.8340 Popeye’s, Subway, Taco Bell, Waffle House, Wendy’s

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Drs.20 Bruce and Lee Foundation Library FLORENCE COUNTY Sights To See

lorence County features the lovely city of Florence, a contemporary southern belle of a city offering all the amenities of a sophisticated metropolitan area...more than 5,000 quality hotel rooms, unique Fshopping and fine restaurants, all served up with a relaxed, easy-going style. Florence began as a railroad junction and her history spans both Revolutionary and Civil War times, reflected in an interesting selection of museums, antebellum mansions, exquisite gardens and historic districts. Her location at the crossroads of I-95 and I-20 has spurred her growth, making her the 7th largest city in the state and a center of commerce, medical, retail and professional services. Florence County offers scenic farmland vistas, a wonderful array of outdoor recreational activities, great golf, river expeditions and a plethora of beautiful parks including Lynches River County Park and Woods Bay State Park.

Art Trail Gallery 185 W Evans St, Florence 843.667.0428, www.art-trail-gallery.com Hours: Wed, Thur & Sat, 11 am-3pm; Fri, 11am-6pm You’ll find an eclectic and ever-changing mix of creativity at the Art Trail Gallery, as well as in-house resident artist Alex Palkovich. Admission is free.

ArtFields Gallery 110 E Main St, Lake City 843.374.0180 Hours: Mon-Thur, 9am-5pm; Fri, 9am-12pm The ArtFields Gallery hosts changing exhibits featuring local artists.

The Bean Market 111 Henry St, Lake City 843.374.1500, www.lakecitysc.com The Bean Market was the world’s largest truck auction of green beans during Lake City’s agricultural prime. Built in 1936 by the Pub- lic Works Administration (PWA) as part of Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s “New Deal,” the building has been completely restored to serve as an attractive and modern venue for conferences, meetings, weddings, receptions, and other events.

The Columns 5001 Rankin Plantation Rd, Florence 843.662.6350 www.23rdsc.com/event The 1857 Columns Plantation is an outstanding example of Greek Revival architecture and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The property is the last working plantation in the area and is the site of the annual reenactment of the “Skirmish at Gable’s Hotel,” a local Civil War battle, held the first weekend in March. The Columns is a private residence. Tours of the home, given by a guide in period dress, are scheduled at least two weeks in advance for 10 or more people.

Drs. Bruce and Lee Foundation Library 509 S. Dargan St., Florence 843.662.8424 This new state-of-the-art $17.5 million library was made possible by the Doctors Bruce and Lee Foundation which has funded numerous projects in Florence. Public library. Open Mon.–Thurs., 9 am–8:30 pm;Fri.–Sat., 9 am–5:30 pm. Sun., 2 pm–5 pm.

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The Florence Center 3300 W. Radio Dr., Florence 843.679.9417/www.florencecenter.com The Prime Site award-winning Florence Civic Center, opened in 1993, is the largest entertainment and convention center in northeast South Carolina. The facility plays an active role in the cultural, civic and entertainment life of the area. It hosts a variety of events and shows throughout the year, including concerts, ice shows, rodeos, circuses and more. Call to see what’s playing while you’re in town.

Florence Museum 111 W Cheves St, Florence 843.662.3351, www.florencemuseum.org Hours: Tue-Sat, 10am-5pm; Sun, 2-5pm The new location of the Florence Museum enlightens visitors to the history of Florence. It contains a changing art gallery and a permanent collection featuring artwork by Florence native William H. Johnson. Additionally, you’ll find Civil War history and Pueblo Pottery.

Florence National Cemetery & Florence Stockade 803 E National Cemetery Rd, Florence 843.669.8783 Hours: open daily during daylight hours This cemetery was established in 1865 as a burial place for the Union soldiers that died while being held at the Florence Stockade. The first woman to be buried in a National Cemetery, Florena Budwin, is interred at the Florence National Cemetery. The cemetery contains the remains of veterans from all major US conflicts.

Florence Soccer Complex 14 field complex located at 3701 W. Palmetto St. on Soccer Way. Exit 157 I-95- US 76

Florence Veterans Park Woody Jones Blvd, Florence 843.665.3253 www.cityofflorence.com The Florence Veterans Park pays homage to those who are serving or have served in our armed services with a ‘Wall of Honor’ and several monuments for the wars of the 20th century. The park’s memorial, a three pillar center obelisk, was co-designed by Brown Memorials of Florence, and local sculptor Alex Palkovich. Bronze medallions representing all six branches of the US military complete the memorial.

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Jones-Carter Gallery 105 Henry St, Lake City 843.374.1505 www.jonescartergallery.com Hours: Tue-Fri, 10am-6pm; Sat, llam-5pm The Jones-Carter Gallery hosts changing exhibits featuring local & national artists.

Francis Marion University US 301 N., Florence 661.1231/800.368.7551/www.fmarion.edu/ This state-supported university is located on 400 acres and has nearly 4,000 students. It was established in1970 with a liberal arts curriculum and awards both bachelor’s and master’s level degrees. The university competes at the NCAA Division I and II levels and sponsors six sports for men and six for women.

Dooley Planetarium at Francis Marion University US 301 N., Florence 800.368.7551/661.1381/www.astro.fmarion.edu/planet/ The Planetarium offers visitors views of the heavens through a Spitz Systems 512 Projector that projects 2,354 stars, as well as several galaxies and star clusters, on a 33-foot dome. The 73-seat Planetarium provides a variety of programs for students, special groups and the public. Public programs at 3 pm, 2nd and 4th Sun. each month. In Dec. shows are the 2nd and 3rd Sun.

Freedom Florence Recreation Complex 1515 Freedom Blvd., (SC 51) Florence 843.669.4597/www.cityofflorence.com/freedom/ This complex is one of the premier recreation facilities in the country and hosts state, regional and national tournaments. Open daily. Admission: Free

Henry Timrod Schoolhouse Timrod Park Dr, Florence 843.665.3253, www.timrodpark.com Visit Timrod Park where you will imagine yourself attending classes in the one-room schoolhouse which was built for Henry Timrod, teacher at a plantation in Florence and the Poet Laureate of the Confederacy.

Lynches River County Park 1110 Ben Gause Rd, Coward 877.319.7799, www.lynchesriverpark.com Hours: 9am-sunset This popular day use park features a river swamp with towering cypress trees as well as sand hills offering a wide variety of vegetation. Popular activities include river fishing, canoeing, nature trails, picnicking, a Splash Pad open during summer months, and an Environmental Discovery Center. Open year-round.

National Bean Market Museum 111 Henry St. Lake City 843.374.1500 www.lakecitysc.org This museum is under development at the historic Bean Market in downtown Lake City. The Bean Market building was built in 1936 when the town had the largest bean market in the world. The structure is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a member of the SC Federation of Museums. The museum offers exhibits depicting early farm life in the Pee Dee area. Open Mon.–Fri., 9 am–5 pm.

Pee Dee State Farmer’s Market 2513 W. Lucas St., (US 52, one mile north of I.95) Florence 843.665.5154 www.scda.state.sc.us/aboutdepartment/divisions/marketservices/statefarmersmkts/ The State Farmer’s Market offers fresh local fruits, produce and plants. It’s a friendly, affordable, leisurely experience of southern hospitality with quality produce at reasonable prices. One visit and you’ll see the difference! Open Mon.–Sat., 8 am–6 pm.

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Ronald E. McNair Memorial and Life History Center 235 E Main St, Lake City 843.374.0046, www.lakecitysc.com Opened in 2011, the Ronald E. McNair Life History Center is a museum that pays tribute to the life of Dr. McNair, a Lake City- born astronaut and physicist who died in the 1986 Challenger Space Shuttle explosion. His memorial and the Life History Center chronicles his life as a research scientist, pioneering astronaut, jazz musician, and karate expert. Please call for hours.

Timrod Park Timrod Park Dr, Florence 843.665.3253, www.timrodpark.com Timrod Park features 18 beautiful acres of gardens and interpretive nature trails. There’s also a tennis center; 11 tennis courts, hitting wall, picnic areas, and gazebo.

War Between the States Museum 107 S. Guerry St, Florence 843.662.1266 www.peedeerifles.homestead.com Hours: Wed & Sat, 10am-5pm Admission: $2 for adults, $1 for children This museum showcases life in the area during the 1860s. Exhibits include artifacts from various battles, camp sites, and photos. It also houses artifacts from the C.S.S. Pee Dee, the only commissioned naval vessel built in the area.

Woods Bay State Natural Area 11020 Woods Bay Rd, Olanta 843.659.4445 www.southcarolinaparks.com Hours: Thur-Mon, 9am.6pm Woods Bay features a geologic formation known as a Carolina Bay, and offers a variety of natural habitats in which many species of wildlife can be found. Guests can enjoy canoeing, hiking, fishing, photography and birding. The park’s boardwalk and canoeing trail offers a closer view of their rare resource. Open year-round.

Dr. Eddie Floyd Florence Tennis Complex 1060 N. Cashua Dr. 843.665.3016 One of South Carolina’s Premier Tennis facilities, Florence Tennis Center has 24 Hard Courts and six Hydro Clay courts with no admission fee.

Young Pecan Plantations 2230 Baber Ln. 843.662.2452 www.youngpecanplantations.com If it’s pecans, you’ll find it at Young’s...from candies, gift baskets, pecans of various flavors, jams, jellies and more. Samples are available as well as shipping for your purchases. Open Mon.–Fri., 9 am–5 pm; Sat. 10 am–4 pm.

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ACCOMMODATIONS Days Inn, North Holiday Inn Express & 2111 W. Lucas Street Suites - Hwy 327 FLORENCE 843-665-4444 2101 Florence Harlee Blvd. 843-629-9779 Affordable Suites Econolodge 530 Woody Jones Blvd 1920 W. Lucas Street Home2 Suites 843-679-3344 843-665-4558 By Hilton 900 Woody Jones Blvd Ambrias Fairfield Inn & Suites 843-664-9008 Garden Manor 501 Woody Jones Blvd Bed & Breakfast 843-665-4488 Homewood Suites 111 Kuker Street by Hilton 843-661-6060 Fairview Inn 3450 W. Radio Drive 1811 W. Lucas Street 843-407-1600 Baymont Inn & Suites 843-799-0859 1826 W. Lucas Street Hotel Florence 843-468-9994 Florence Inn & Suites 126 W. Evans Street 3821 Bancroft Road 843-629-0100 Best Western 843-664-9494 1808 W. Lucas Street Howard Johnson 843-678-9292 Hampton Inn 2038 W. Lucas Street & Suites, North 843-669-4241 Comfort Suites 1735 Stokes Road 2120 W. Lucas Street 843-662-7000 Hyatt Place 843-662-5295 100 E. Evans Street Hampton Inn & Suites Comfort Inn & Suites 3000 W. Radio Drive Knights Inn 527 Woody Jones Blvd 843-629-9900 1834 W. Lucas Street 843-292-9107 Country Inn & Suites Hilton Garden Inn 1739 Mandeville Road 2671 Hospitality Blvd La Quinta Inn & Suites 843-317-6616 843-432-3001 2123 W. Lucas Street 843-629-1111 Courtyard by Marriott Holiday Inn 2680 Hospitality Blvd Express & Suites - Microtel 843-662-7066 Florence Center 1912 Enterprise Street 3440 W. Radio Drive 843-629-9522 Days Inn - 843-432-1500 Florence Center Motel 6 140 Dunbarton Road 831 S. Irby Street 843-669-1666 843-662-9421

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Motel 6 Suburban LAKE CITY 2004 W. Lucas Street Extended Stay 843-669-1611 1914 W. Lucas Street Days Inn 843-665-2575 170 S. Ron McNair Blvd. Quality Inn & Suites 843.394.3269 150 Dunbarton Drive Staybridge Suites 843-664-2400 150 Westpark Drive Holiday Inn Express 843-519-5200 202 S. Ron McNair Blvd. Ramada Inn 843.394.8400 1819 W. Lucas Street Super 8 Motel 843-665-4555 1832 W. Lucas Street The Inn at 843-661-7267 the Crossroads Red Roof Inn 128 W Main St 2690 David McLeod Blvd TownePlace Suites (843) 394-2100 843-678-9000 by Marriott 2650 Hospitality Blvd. Lake City Inn Residence Inn 843-407-9400 202 N. Ron McNair Blvd. by Marriott 843-394-8400 2660 Hospitality Blvd. Travelodge 843-468-2800 3783 W. Palmetto Street Olive’s Bed 843-665-8550 & Breakfast Sleep Inn 1316 Dennis Road 1833 Florence Park Drive Tru by Hilton 843-598-1020 843-662-8558 2140 W. Lucas Street 843-629-7050 Security Inn SpringHill Suites 319 Sumter St., 843.394.7666 by Marriott 2670 Hospitality Blvd 843-317-9050

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SHOPPING Florence Flea Market Fairview Framers Shopping Centers 4001 E. Palmetto Street & Antiques (Due to space limitations, all 843-667-9585 102 E. Main Street stores cannot be listed here. For 843-373-115 a detailed list, please refer to the Funky Finds telephone Yellow Pages.) of Florence The Market Antiques 3592 Cherrywood Road & Interiors FLORENCE 843-664-1198 252 N. Church Street 843-374-1903 Downtown Promenade Hamilton House Evans St. Antiques PAMPLICO 320 S. Dargan Street Florence Commons 843-665-7161 Carraway’s Treasures 2835 David H. McLeod Blvd. & Collectibles Kingston Antiques 2495 W. Highway 378 Florence Mall 1213 W. Evans Street 843-493-1626 1945 W. Palmetto St. 843-877-1376 CHAIN STORES Hallmark Square Palmetto Peddlers 920 Block of S. Irby St. 2295 Hoffmeyer Road Dollar General, Family Dollar, 843-665-8663 Walgreens, CVS and Rite Aid Magnolia Mall Wal-Mart 2701 David H. McLeod Blvd. Thieves Market 1820 E. Palmetto Street South Park Shopping 843-664-8103 Irby St. & Second Loop Rd. Thymes Remembered Wal-Mart Antiques 2530 David H. McLeod Blvd. 6635 E. Palmetto Street 843-687-5151 Wal-Mart Supercenter 2014 S. Irby St. Two Girls Treasure 2513 W. Lucas Street West Gate Plaza 843-230-9877 2100 Block of W. Evans St. LAKE CITY

ANTIQUES & Chehaw River ART GALLERIES Woodworks, Inc 111 Cash Avenue FLORENCE 843-394-9573 East Main Market Carolina Collectables 1224 S. Irby Street 139 E. Main Street 843-679-0901 843-373-2165 The Elegant Bee Consider the Lilies Antiques & Interiors 184 W. Evans Street 112-A Sauls Street 843-472-5202 843-687-4757

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James Allen Plaza 28 FLORENCE COUNTY Restaurant & Dining Guide

FLORENCE Cibo Italian Dolce Vita Café 1270 Celebration Blvd. & More 1720 Burger Bar 843-799-0500 160 S. Dargan St. 850 Woody Jones Blvd. 843-407-5365 843-662-3416 Cici’s Pizza 1945 W. Palmetto St. Don Jose Mexican Apple Annie’s 843-413-0600 Restaurant 1720 W. Palmetto St. 2020 W. Palmetto St. 843-669-6247 City Grill & Sports Bar 843-673-6988 Birds Nest 260 W. Palmetto St. 166 S. Dargan St. 843-407-1519 The Drive-In 135 E. Palmetto St. Bazen’s Family Clean Eatz Florence 843-669-5141 Restaurant 988 W. Palmetto St. 704 S. Irby St. 843-777-3131 Eggs Up Grill 843-629-9818 250 N. Beltline Dr. Coast Line Cafe 843-480-0816 Block & Vino 360 N. Irby St. Neighborhood Butcher 843-664-3636 El Agave 2001 Hoffmeyer Rd. 147 W. Evans St. 843-665-8858 Cracker Barrel 1824 W. Lucas St. Fatz Cafe Buffalo Wild Wings 843-662-9023 2007 W. Lucas St. 2599 David McLeod Blvd. 843-413-9186 843-292-8995 D’Z Pit BBQ Cafe 5248 E. Old Marion Hwy. Flavors of India Burgers N Dogs 843-230-0953 137 E. Palmetto St. 914 S. Cashua Dr. 843-472-5222 843-407-4646 Da Massimo 821 S. Irby St. Garden Grille & Bar Cain’s Bar-B-Que 843-472-5262 2671 Hospitality Blvd. 1502 Pamplico Hwy. 843-432-3001 843-662-8991 Dickey’s Barbecue Pit 2003 W. Lucas St. Golden Corral Chili’s 843-407-6129 2510 David McLeod Blvd. 3015 W. Radio Dr. 843-661-1021 843-413-6059 The Dispensary Golden Crown 101 W. Evans St. 300 Whitman Ave. Chuck E Cheese 843-472-5203 843-679-3838 2701 David McLeod Blvd. 843-679-9436

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Golden Dragon Jumpin J’s Lui’s Chinese Bistro 1938 W. Evans St. 898 S. Irby St. 1545 American Dr. 843-662-8899 843-665-8440 843-667-8877

Goody Chinese King Jefe Taco Bar Magnolia Mall 902 E. Palmetto St. 34 S. Irby St. 2701 David McLeod Blvd. 843-413-9555 843-407-7695 A&D Buffalo, 843-317-7110 Charley’s Grilled Subs, Ham’s Seafood Little D’s Dugout 843-662-3550 Market & Restaurant 1513 Pamplico Hwy. Chick-Fil-A, 843-665-9259 2215 W. Palmetto St. 843-640-5453 Great American Cookies, 843-662-0111 843-664-0744 Lamplighter Kasai Japan, 843-679-9297 Hibachi Grill & Buffet Restaurant Magnolia Wok, 843-667-1688 2600 David McLeod Blvd. 415 S. Irby St. The Pretzel Twister, 843-667-8228 843-669-5921 843-292-8002 Primo Pizza, 843-667-8174 Hwy 55 Little China Ruby Tuesday, 843-673-0545 104 Woody Jones Blvd. 1307 2nd Loop Rd. 843-667-9860 843-678-9812 Marco’s Pizza 2501 S. Cashua Dr. IHOP Lizard’s Thicket 843-407-1582 2699 David McLeod Blvd. 1712 W. Palmetto St. 843-629-9999 843-519-1083 Margarita’s Family Mexican The Iron Skillet Lobster Express Co. 490 2nd Loop Rd. 3001 TV Rd. 2513 W. Lucas St. 843-292-0055 843-669-5736 843-799-2468 Margarita’s Family J. Michaels Locals Grill Mexican 2015 W. Evans St. 434 2nd Loop Rd. 842 Woody Jones Blvd. 843-661-7040 843-407-1199 843-662-6922

Jack’s Place Local Motive Brewing Maryland Fried 1520 American Dr. 123 N. Dargan St. Chicken & 843-669-2320 843-702-0410 The Shrimper 844 S. Irby St. Jazz on Dargan The Loft 843-669-1041 137 N. Dargan St. 163 N. Dargan St. 843-232-6597 Mellow Mushroom Long Grain Cafe 120 Dunbarton Dr. Jin Jin Chinese 260 W. Palmetto St. 843-407-1442 3208 E. Palmetto St. 843-413-1300 843-667-5177 Mi Tierra Longhorn Steakhouse 1280 Celebration Blvd. Julia Belle’s 3021 W. Radio Dr. 843-629-9903 2513 W. Lucas St. 843-665-9120 843-407-4686 Miguel’s Grill Los Portales 1228 S. Irby St. 2029 W. Evans St. 843-661-2990 843-413-0990 30 FLORENCE COUNTY

Missy’s Café Red Bone Alley The Square Meal 257 S. Coit St. 1903 W. Palmetto St. Market 843-472-5300 843-673-0035 163 W. Evans St.

Miyami Red Bowl Asian Bistro Starfire Grill & Spirits 2007 W. Evans St. 2417 David McLeod Blvd. 2130 W. Palmetto St. 843-629-9989 843-669-6788 843-661-7827

Muscovy’s Red Lobster Stefano’s Pizzeria 2001 S. Cashua Dr. 2540 David McLeod Blvd. 2600 S. Irby St. 843-799-1463 843-661-7130 843-664-9191

New China Buffet Revival Burger Sunrise Drive-In 714 S. Irby St. 846 S. Irby St. 3624 E. Palmetto St. 843-669-9511 843-662-7771 Roger’s Bar-B-Q Olive Garden 2004 2nd Loop Rd. The Swamp Sports 2901 W. Radio Dr. 843-667-9291 Bar & Grill 843-669-8399 1563 W. Palmetto St. Ruby Tuesday 843-676-9997 Orangeland Seafood 1550 American Dr. 711 S. Irby St. 843-317-6348 Thai House 843-669-1535 & Sushi Bar Ruby Tuesday 168 S. Dargan St. Outback Steakhouse 1812 W. Lucas St. 843-662-5777 110 Dunbarton Dr. 843-629-1947 843-679-0055 Thunderbird Country Sakura Japanese Buffet The Peddler 1316 S. Irby St. 2004 W. Lucas St. Steakhouse 843-669-9116 843-664-0082 2001 Hoffmeyer Rd. 843-661-5518 San Jose’s Top Hat Special-Teas Tacos & Tequila 234 W. Evans St. Percy & Willie’s 3410 W. Radio Dr. 843-629-8326 Food & Spirits 843-407-4771 130 Dunbarton Dr. Town Hall 843-669-1620 Seminar Brewing 101 W. Evans St. /Kanza 843-472-5203 The Phoenix Bar & Grill 551 W. Lucas St. 2004 W. Lucas St. 843-665-9200 Town House 843-667-0059 Restaurant Shoney’s 317 S. Irby St. Quincy’s Family 2101 W. Lucas St. 843-669-5083 Steakhouse 843-679-5935 1924 W. Lucas St. Tubb’s Shrimp 843-667-6996 & Fish Co. Southern Hops 1500 2nd Loop Rd. Rebel Pie Wood-Fired Brewing Co. 843-799-5579 Pizza 911 S. Sunset Acres Ln. 804 2nd Loop Rd. 843-667-1900 843-407-4195 31 FLORENCE COUNTY

Vallarta Mexican McDonald’s, Miyabi Jr. Japanese China Buffet Restaurant Express, Moe’s Southwest Grill, 205 W.. Main St. 944 S. Irby St. New Tokyo Express, Palmetto 843.394.5583 843-407-4832 Subs, Papa John’s Pizza, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Schlotzsky’s Deli, China King Venus Restaurant Shane’s Rib Shack, Shogun 246 Kelley St. and Catering Japanese Express, Sonic Drive-In, 843.374.8888 471 W. Palmetto St. Starbuck’s, Subway, Subs Plus, 843-669-9977 Sundae House, Taco Bell, Tropical Downtown Bakery Smoothie Café, Waffle House, & Deli Victors Wendy’s, Which Wich, Zoës Kitch- 133 E. Main St. 126 W. Evans St. en, Zaxby’s 843.374.2253 843-665-0846 Treats: Bruster’s Real Ice Cream, El San Jose Cold Stone Creamery, Dunkin Western Sizzlin 275 W. Main St. Donuts, Freeman’s Bakery, Forest Steakhouse 843.394.5522 2688 David McLeod Blvd. Lake Hawaiian Shaved Ice, Icing 843-665-5965 Ink, Krispy Kreme, Rita’s Jazmin Mexican Italian Ice, Sweet Cafe & Bakery, Restaurant Wholly Smokin’ SweetFrog Frozen Yogurt 114 S. Ron McNair Blvd. Downtown 843.374.7032 150 S. Dargan St. TIMMONSVILLE 843-407-7545 La Bamba George’s Drive In 114 W. Main St. Woodstone BBQ Restaurant 843.374.0084 1247 S. Irby St. 405 W. Smith St. 843-629-1290 843.346.2381 Lake City Country Club Grill Young Plantations Jimmy’s Oasis 140 S. Country Club Rd. 2005 Babar Ln. 100 W. Main St. 843.374.3415 843-662-2452 843.346.7111 Lavelle’s Diner Zapatas Mexican Grill New Dragon 359 S. Ron McNair Blvd. 904 Pamplico Hwy. Chinese Restaurant 843.374.3186 843-292-8980 112 W. Main St. 843.346.5881 Maryland Fried Chicken Truluck’s Seafood FAST FOOD and Seafood 201 E. Smith St. & TREATS: 340 W. Main St. 843.346.3838 Arby’s, Bojangles, Burger 843.374.2063 King, Captain D’s, Checkers, LAKE CITY Chick-Fil-A, Chipotle Mexican Pizza Hut Ron NcNair Blvd. Grill, Cook Out, Dairy Queen, Barnhouse Restaurant 394.2716 Domino’s, Firehouse Subs, Five 1228 W. Turbeville Hwy Guys, Groucho’s Deli, Hardee’s, 843.394.9694 Pizza Roma Honey Baked Ham Café, Huddle 200 W. Main St. House, Jimmy John’s, Kaleen’s Bryant’s Restaurant 843.394.3337 Homemade Favorites, KFC, Kyoto 127 South Street Express, Little Caesar’s Pizza, 843.374.3663 Lulu’s Coffee Co., McAlister’s Deli,

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Pop’s Bar B Que Raider Station SCRANTON 156 S. Ron McNair Blvd. 848 N. Pamplico Hwy. 843.374.8677 843.493.2500 Martha’s Seafood Restaurant Railway Restaurant Sweet T 2112 US Hwy 52 1148 Acline St. 625 S. Walnut St. 843.210.4846 843.374.8422 843.493.0038 Schoohouse Table 118 JOHNSONVILLE Bar-B-Que 118 E. Main St. 2252 US Hwy 52 843.699.9289 Boo Bee’s Pizza 843.389.2020 201 W. Broadway St. The Werk’s 843.380.0442 Scranton Cafe Caboose Cafe 2019 US Hwy 52 106 E. Thomas St. Chic Restaurant 843.389.7300 843.699.9034 2017 Old River Rd. 843.386.2411 COWARD PAMPLICO New Dragon Chinese Fatbacks BBQ & Grill Bubba’s 112 W. Main St. 3609 US Hwy 52 620 Walnut St. 843.346.5681 843.210.7447 843.493.0503 Shady Rest New Dragon Chinese Family Restaurant 622 S. Walnut St. 477 S. Georgetown Hwy. 843.493.3838 843.386.3667 Tijuana’s Grill Mexican Pamplico Seafood Restaurant & Grill 143 E. Broadway St. 137 E. Main St. 843.386.3242 843.493.5023

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Artesian Well 34 LEE COUNTY Sights To See

ee County reflects the impact that “King Cotton” has had on this area for over two centuries. In Lee county, “cotton Is King”, and has been for over two centuries. In the fall as you ride through the county, you will see Lacres of white cotton fields on either side of the roads, when the cotton is ready to be picked. You will also see the southern white column, historic homes from the early years. The South Carolina Cotton Museum located in downtown Bishopville will take you from the early Years of cotton to the present. You can also visit our beautiful gardens, parks, museums and statues honoring local heroes, veterans and the military. Our newest park, the Bishopville Memorial Park, is where the Graditude Merci Train is located, as well as the James D. Heriot statue, Lee County’s only medal of Honor recipient. Historical buildings, the Lee County Court House, Opera House and others are located downtown. We are also home to the Lee State Park, Scenic Lynches river, an Artesian Well, and Lake Ashwood for visiting. We are the home of the famous Fryar’s Topiary Gardens. Historic architecture and unique gardens reflect the grandeur of cotton’s glory days. From artesian wells and Arabian horses to an extraordinary topiary garden, the county has a variety of appealing places to visit. Lee County is also home to 2,800 acres of pristine wetlands for outdoor activities.

Artesian Well 2 mi. on US 15 N. People drive from miles around to partake of the crystal clear water. Lovely picnic area.

Bishopville City Hall 135 E. Church St., Bishopville This building is a restored southern home. Open Mon.–Fri., 9 am–5 pm. 803.484.9418

Bishopville Flag Park Corner of Main St. and W. Cedar Lane., Bishopville The park displays eleven flags. Six flags honor our men and women in uniform, four flags represent our governments, and the POW/MIA flag. The statues in the park are a tribute to Felix “Doc” Blanchard, South Carolina’s only Heisman Trophy recipient.

The Button King Museum 53 Joe Dority Road., Bishopville (off Hwy 34, between Bishopville and Camden) Dalton Stevens was suffering from insomnia. To pass the time in his sleepless nights, he started sewing or gluing buttons on everything. After years of traveling to be interviewed and be a guest at events nationwide, he decided to open his museum to showcase his work, which is fascinating to see. Open Mon.–Sat., Free Admission, Donations accepted. 803.428.3841 | www.scbuttonking.com

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Fryar’s Topiary Garden 145 Broad Acres Rd., Bishopville (Exit 116 to US 15 N., .5 mi. to Broad Acres) 803.484.5581/www.fryarstopiaries.com Pearl Fryar has achieved international acclaim with the stunning artistry of his three-acretopiary garden. A national lecturer on the art of topiary, Pearl lovingly tends each plant himself. Come see why “Good Morning America” and every major garden magazine has featured this incredible garden! Open daily. Donations appreciated.

The Gratitude Train or Merci Train South Carolina’s Forty or Eight World War I box car has been re-located to Bishopville’s Memorial Park in downtown Bishopville. This boxcare, along with 48 more, was given to this county by the French people as a show of appreciation for the unparalleled show of sup- port for them after WWII. Of the forty-nine that were sent to the U.S., only 43 remain. The boxcars arrived here in 1949 filled with 52,000 gifts from the French people. The S.C. Cotton Museum, the Lee County Veterans Museum and Greater Bishopville Inc. have created a venue that will not only showcase the Boxcar but also allow you to enter the boxcar and learn about its history as well as other WWI museum items. A statue of Lee Counties only Medal of Honor recipient, James D. Heriot, is also at the park.

Historic Downtown Bishopville Enjoy shops, unique architecture and friendly folks! Streetscape project began in 2003. Beautiful courthouse c. 1903.

James House and Gardens 208 N. Dennis Ave., Bishopville 803.484.6146 The Lee County Historical Society is located in this historic home. The society provides a self-guided tour of grand old homes and historic sites throughout the county. Gardens open all year. House open by appointment. Please call Chamber of Commerce at 803-483-2800 or Cotton Museum at 803-484-4497 for tours.

Lake Ashwood 9 mi. off I-20 on US 15 S., Bishopville This lovely area offers a small, serene lake for fishing and boating. It also has picnic shelters.

Lee County Veterans Museum 129 W. Cedar Lane, Bishopville The Lee County Veterans Museum opened on Memorial Day 2013. The exhibits trace conflicts from the American Revolutionary War to the present conflicts in chronological order. Every branch of service history, Army, Marine, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and Merchant Marine are represented. There is a full size diorama dedicated to our Congressional Medal of Honor recipient, James D. Heriot. The artifacts, uniforms and firearms are all treasures from our veterans. The museum is entered from the South Carolina Cotton Museum. Open Mon.–Fri., 10 am–4:30 pm., Sat 10 am–4 pm 803.484.4497 (contact through SC Cotton Museum)

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Lee State Park 487 Loop Rd., (Exit 123 off I.20), Bishopville 803.347.2643 or 803.453.6161 See Parks on page 54 for more information.

Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Park Mary McLeod Bethune Rd./2 mi. off US 401 Mayesville, 803.453.5860 This 9-acre park is maintained by The National Council of Negro Women, Inc., Lee County Section, as a memorial and the birthplace of Dr. Bethune. Dr. Bethune was a noted educator who founded Bethune-Cookman College in Florida. Open by appointment.

The Opera House 109 N. Main St., Bishopville 803.484.5090 The restored (c.1890) Opera House is a center for the arts, theater and concerts and is also a social focal point for many community activities. Call for a schedule of events. Open Mon.–Fri.,1:30–5:30 pm.

South Carolina Cotton Museum 121 W. Cedar Ln., Bishopville 803.484.4497/www.sccotton.org Relive the days when cotton was “King” in the South. The history of the “Land of Cotton” and the lean sharecrop- ping days unfold before you through graphic exhibits of tools, equipment, maps and photographs. See the tribute to Felix A. “Doc” Blanchard, Heisman Trophy winner and three-time All American. It also features conference and meeting rooms and the Company Store, stocked with cotton-related gifts. The park features an exceptional but- terfly sculpture, fountain and wrought iron gates in a cotton boll design. Open Mon.–Fri., 10 am–4:30 pm; Sat., 10 am–4 pm. Admission: Adults–$6, Sr. Citizens–$4, Students–$3, Under 5 yrs. Free Active Duty Military and Family Free, Veterans free Memorial Day- Labor Day. Special educational programs available for school groups and guided tours available for groups.

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Friar’s Topiary Garden 38 LEE COUNTY Accommodations & Shopping

ACCOMMODATIONS Bishopville Drug Co. 302 S. Main St. BISHOPVILLE 803.484.3784

Econo Lodge BoSmith Furniture I-20 Exit 116 538 Wysacky Hwy. 803.428.3200 803.484.6429 www.econolodge.com www.airbedz.com

Howard Johnson’s Express Carolina I-20 Exit 120 Agri-Power LLC 803.428.5001 Tractor & Farm Equipment 1975 Wysacky Highway Southland Motel www.fastline.com 436 N. Main St. 803.484.5475 Crossroads Hunting, Fishing, Camping and Clothes SHOPPING 244 N. Main St. 803.483.3000 BISHOPVILLE Grady & Son Furniture, Antiques & Collectibles 3M Pawn Shop 420 S. Main Street 100 N. Main St. 803.605.6272 803.484.7075 Jared’s Ace Hardware 96 District Fabrics 576 Sumter Hwy. 106 E. Caden Lane 803.484.5716 803.483.9696 Junk G. Crossroads Accidental artist in the Blue Moon Gallery 1548 Ashland Stokes Bridge Road 108 N. Main St. 843.758.5101 803.236.2581 The Little Florist 123 N. Main St. Accidental artist in the Blue Moon Studio 803.484.5210 247 N. Main St. 803.236.2581 McLeod Pharmacy, Inc. 127 N. Main St. 803.484.6115 www.familypharmacy.com

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Pig Creek Farm Swamp Fox Artisans Gallery 117 Wags Dr. 229 N. Main St. 803.484.6636 803.483.2424

Rook’s Sales & Service Taylor’s Tobacco 239 N. Main St. 105 S. Main St. 803.484.9360 803.484.4274

Silent Pearl CHAIN STORES Silver, Jewelry, China, Gifts 208 N. Main St. Dollar General, Family Dollar, CVS 803.483.4022/803.483.4023

Smith’s Concrete Products (Garden statuary) 2613 Sumter Hwy. (US 15) 803.428.6066

Sparrow & Kennedy 462 Sumter Hwy. 803.484.4274

Bishopville Flag Park 40 LEE COUNTY Restaurant & Dining Guide

BISHOPVILLE Oriental Quick Stop 601 S. Main St. Big Cheese Pizza 803.484.6021 507 S Main St. 803.483.1700 Pizza Hut 1070 Sumter Hwy. Binks On Main 803.484.5515 214 Main St. 803.483.2113 Raley’s Lunch 127 W. Council St. China House 803.484.6848 205 N. Main St. 803.484.9118/484.4110 Raley’s Quick Eats 117 Durant St. Corner Grill 803.484.6618 679 US 15 N. 803.484.5775 The Red Fish Café 1113 S. Nettles St. E-Z Chicken 803.484.5456 339 S. Main St. 483.2050 Scoops Ice Cream Parlor Get Down Pound 219 N. Main St. Bakery 803.483.1600 102 S. Main St. 803.483.4000 Watford’s Bar-B-Que 341 S. Main St. Harry & Harry Too 803.484.6223 719 Sumter Hwy. 803.428.4622 FAST FOOD

HWY 341 Dinner Hardee’s, Huddle House, KFC, of Bishopville 1438 Wisacky Hwy McDonald’s, Waffle House, 803.428.2900 Wendy’s, Zaxby’s

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Historic Downtown Mullins 42 MARION COUNTY Sights To See

arion County is named for Revolutionary War hero, General Francis Marion, dubbed by locals as “The Swamp Fox” and visitors will see his statue in downtown historic Marion. The city proudly preserves Mits past and majestic moss-draped trees frame restored historic buildings and interesting museums reflecting life in a simpler time. In Mullins, the South Carolina Tobacco Museum features exhibits of local farm life before 1950 and celebrates the important role tobacco farming played on the local economy and life. Today, the Golden Leaf Festival is held in September. Marion County, bordered by the Pee Dee and Little Pee Dee Rivers, has several outfitters offering river expeditions by canoe and kayak.

National Register Historic District Downtown Marion 843.423.9918 Marion County was named after Revolutionary War General Francis Marion, and his statue stands sentinel in downtown. The beautifully restored buildings in the area serve as a reminder of a grand history and help display the local charm of today.

Marion County Archives & History Center 101 N. Main St., Marion 843.431.5024 This center is a resource for those wishing to trace their genealogies and staff is there to help with research. Open Mon.–Thurs., 12 noon–5 pm

Marion County Museum 101 Wilcox Ave., Marion Academy Bldg., Marion 843.423.8299 / www.co.marion.sc.us This museum, housed in an historic school building, features exhibits depicting the early lifestyles of the county, artists’ displays and collections of antiques from various periods. Open Tues.–Fri., 9 am–12 noon and 1 pm–5 pm. By appointment on weekends. Admission: Free

Old Town Hall & Opera House 100 W. Court St., Marion 843.423.3561 This historic building was constructed in 1892. The Opera House is home to several theatrical productions each year. Please call for tours. Admission: Free

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Old Marion Depot - Marion Chamber of Commerce 209 E. Bobby Gerald Parkway, Marion 843.423.3561 This one story brick passenger station was built in 1908. It has been renovated and restored and in 2007 opened as the home of the Marion Chamber of Commerce. Open Mon., Tues., and Thurs., 9 am–12 noon and 1 pm–3 pm.; Wed. and Fri. 9 am–12 noon. Admission: Free

Historic Downtown Mullins 843.464.6651 The old train depot serves as a focal point for the city. It now houses the Greater Mullins Chamber of Commerce and the award-winning South Carolina Tobacco Museum. Mullins is also home to the beautifully restored Ander- son Center which features 22 loft-style apartments and four new storefronts. A recent addition to downtown is the Florence-Darlington Technical College Mullins Technology Center with its “Hard Drive Cafe” and high speed Internet access.

Pee Dee Genealogical Society PO Box 1428, Marion 843.431.5024 / www.scgen.org/PeeDee.htm This volunteer group helps people research their ancestry.

South Carolina Tobacco Museum 104 NE Front St. Mullins 800.207.7967 / 843.464.8194 www.mullinssc.com This is the state’s official tobacco museum and celebrates the important role tobacco farming played throughout the years in the local economy and life. It features exhibits on farm life prior to 1950 with an emphasis on tobacco production, a video documentary and gift shop. Open Mon.–Fri., 9 am–5 pm.

Wildlife Action Resource Education Center 573 Fork Retch Court Mullins 843.464.0635 Wildlife Action was established in 1977 by a group of local hunters to create awareness for the environment and to protect and manage wildlife and natural resources. Today, it is a nationally known organization. The Resource Center is located on the Little Pee Dee River and offers camps for youth and families to learn about the environment and nature and enjoy outdoor activities.

Wildlife Action Resource 44 Education Center MARION COUNTY Accommodations & Shopping

ACCOMMODATIONS

MARION

The Grove B & B 408 Harlee St., 843.423.5220

Quality Inn 2693 E. US 76, 843.423.0516

Rosewood Manor 900 N. Main, 336.312.9260 The Marion Emporium 405 N. Main Street MULLINS 843.275.9899

Imperial Motel Simply Southern Boutique 1106 N. Main St., 843.464.8267 610 N. Main Street 843.430.2390 Martin’s Motel 1001 N. Main St., 843.464.7894 Southern Delle’s 202-B N. Main Street O’Hara’s 843-496-3706 123 E. Wine St., 843.464.7287 MULLINS Webster Manor B & B 115 E. James St., 843.464.9632 Country Store Antiques 2623 S. Hwy. 917 843.446.5673 ANTIQUES & ART Open Wednesday-Saturday

MARION The Barn 131 S. Main Street Baxley Hardware & Antiques 843.283.8463 417 N. Main Street Open Thursday-Saturday 843.423.3371 Golden Leaf Antique Market Magnolia’s on Main Antiques 303 S. Main Street 400 N. Main Street 843.464.6372 843.616.1188

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NICHOLS MULLINS

Magnolia Gallery Barringers Jewelers Junct. Hwy. 9 & 76, 843.526.0963 140 S. Main St., 843.464.9912

Nash’s Gift Shop SHOPPING 603 S. Main St., 843.464.8792

Fowler Furniture & Bedding MARION 229 S. Main St., 843.464.9362 Marion’s National Register Historic District Hinson & Fowler Hardware 312 S. Main St., 843.464.0571 Main St., 843.423.9918 (see shops below) Liberty Guns & Equipment Baxley Hardware 139 S. Main St., 843.561.0016 843.423.3371 Bridgers Drug Store Lillie K’s Collections 843.423.2682 218 S. Main St., 843.430.7870 Candlelight Gifts 843.423.3791 Hulon Jewelers CHAIN STORES 843.423.3404 Dollar General, Family Dollar, Walgreens, CVS and Walmart

46 Marion County Courthouse MARION COUNTY Restaurant & Dining Guide

MARION MULLINS Margaret’s Restaurant & Lounge Bennye’s Sandwich Bravo’s Pizza 1106 N. Main St., 843.464.6151 Shop US 76, 843.464.0045 615 N. Main Street O’Hara’s 843.423.4233 Cafe on Main 123 E. Wine St., 843.464.7287 147 S. Main St., 843.464.6721 Jimmy B’s Pizza Hut US 76, 843.423.5900 Dry Dock Restaurant US 76, 843.464.6420 US 76 Marion Chinese Between Marion & Mullins, Pizza Shak Restaurant 843.464.7865 Mullins St., 843.464.6721 US 76, 843423.4885 Fred’s Tony’s Grill Ming Wah Restaurant US 76, 843.464.6821 Front St., 843.464.7022 US 76, 843.423.9531 Garden Alley Webster Manor Pizza Hut Restaurant 115 E. James St., 843.464.9632 US 76, 843.423.1272 Main St., 843.464.4779 FAST FOOD Richard’s Restaurant Jin Jin Bojangle’s, Burger King, KFC, 501 N. Main St., 843.423.5561 150 Main St., 843.464.1166 Subway, Wendy’s, Zaxby’s

T Roy’s 113 Palmetto Pointe Dr. 843.431.9845

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Marlboro County Courthouse 48 MARLBORO COUNTY Sights To See

arlboro County has always been one of the richest agricultural counties in South Carolina and it is said that land sold by the pound rather than the acre. It was once one of the state’s wealthiest counties, and Mthose gracious days are preserved in Bennettsville’s and surrounding town’s Victorian and Greek Revival homes. Step back in time and see this areas history reflected in its historic districts and scenic farmlands. The Blenheim Mineral Spring was discovered in 1781 and for generations people came from nearby towns to drink the water.

Clio Historic District Downtown and Red Bluff St., Clio 843.479.5624 Clio was founded in 1831, but its golden age came when cotton was king at the turn of the 20th century. It was said that Clio had more millionaires per capita than any other place in the country. Many of their mansions remain here as well as store buildings and an old cotton oil mill. A guide to the Historic District can be found at the old train depot on Society St. just off Main St.

D.D. McColl House 300 Main St., Bennettsville 843.479.5624 This house, built in 1826 on Darlington St. (now Main St.), was first owned by H.H. Covington. It was sold in1871 to Duncan Donald McColl (1842.1911), prominent Marlboro County lawyer and businessman. The McColls lived in the house until 1884. The house was moved to S. Liberty St., then McColl St. and finally to its present location by Hugh L. McColl, Jr. It was donated to the county by McColl in 1991. Open by appointment.

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Jennings Brown House/Marlboro County Historical Museum Complex 123 S. Marlboro St., Bennettsville 843.479.5624 The foremost example of Bennettsville’s Victorian and Greek Revival homes is the Jennings Brown House which was built in 1827 by one of the town’s doctors. The house served as headquarters for Major General Frank P. Blair during the Union occupation of Bennettsville. Open daily Mon.–Fri., 10 am–5 pm. Admission: Free

Marlboro Civic Center 106 Clyde St., Bennettsville 843.454.9496 The Marlboro Civic Center, a 1917 restored opera house and former movie theater, is the cornerstone of Historic Downtown. The theater features world-class entertainment throughout the year. Please call for performance dates and times.

National Register Historic District Downtown Bennettsville 843.479.3869 Founded in 1819 as the county seat for Marlboro County, Bennettsville has a fine collection of both antebellum and Victorian homes. Self-guided tour information is available at the Marlboro County Historical Museum.

Bennettsville Visitor’s Center 304 W. Main St. 843.479.3941 This newly renovated Victorian-style home houses the Visitor’s Center, the Bennettsville Chamber of Commerce and the Bennettsville Downtown Development Association. It was built in 1884 by Duncan Donald McColl, who was responsible for bringing the first bank, railroad and textile mill to the town. Open Mon.–Fri., 8 am–5 pm; Sat. 9 am–2 pm.

50 MARLBORO COUNTY Accommodations & Shopping

ACCOMMODATIONS Davis Furniture Store, Antiques & Collectibles BENNETTSVILLE 690 Highway 15/401 Bypass 843.479.2531 Bennettsville Motel 665 US 15.401 Bypass W. Farmers Home Furniture 843.479.3822 304 E. Main St.

Best Western Floyd’s Jewelers 213 US 15.401 Bypass E. 200 W. Main St. 843.479.1700 843.479.5255

The Breeden Inn & Carriage House Fowler Pharmacy 404 E. Main St. 301 E. Market St. 843.479.3665 843.479.3831

Marlboro Inn Gifts and More 130 US 15.401 Bypass W. 209 E. Main St. 843.479.4051 843.479.6111

Williams Motel Marlboro Drug Co. 537 US 15.401 Bypass W. 113 N. Marlboro St. 843.479.6841 843.479.4248

CLIO Marlboro Frame Shop 525 Cheraw St. The Henry Bennett House 843.479.0174 301 Red Bluff St. 843.586.2701 Med Care Pharmacy Cottingham Blvd. SHOPPING 843.479.7101

BENNETTSVILLE The Oyster 141 Broad St. Badcock Furniture 206 Broad St. Reassingnes Blessings 843.479.7979 216 E. Main St.

Bargains on Broad The Regal Touch 207 Broad Street 109 E. Market Street 843.544.0054 843.479.6561

CVS Pharmacy Shiness Gift Shop 1085 Cottingham Blvd. 100 Fayetteville Ave. 843.454.0785 843.479.3815 51 MARLBORO COUNTY Restaurant & Dining Guide

BENNETTSVILLE Jolly Bean Landmark Restaurant Coffee Shop 685 US 15-401 Bypass China 1 113 N. Marlboro St. 843.479.8288 1240 Hwy 9 West 843.479.01159 843.454.1886 Southern Delights Magnolia on Main St. 174 Hwy 15-401 Bypass 224 E. Main St. Dairy Dream 843.479.9495 400 Cheraw St. Stockyard Grill 843.479.9432 Mama Blair’s Ribs 222 Hwy. 9 East Wings and Things 843.456.5078 Fiesta Tapatia 602 Cheraw St. 843.454.1111 630 Cheraw St. Talk of the Town 843.454.0307 Moe’s Chicken 161 US 15-401 Bypass 421 Broad St. 843.479.7411 Genesis Family 843.479.7868 Resturant FAST FOOD 516 Cheraw St Pizza Hut Bojangles, Burger King, Cookout 843.479.3344 102 US 15-401 Bypass Dairy Dream, Domino’s Pizza, 843.479.8281 Golden Run Huddle House, KFC, McDonald’s, 417 SC 38 S. Moe’s Chicken, Pizza Time, Pizza Time Sub Depot, Subway, Taco Bell 843.479.7707 154 US 15-401 Bypass 843.454.2566

52 WILLIAMSBURG COUNTY Sights To See

illiamsburg County is situated at the southern tip of Pee Dee Country and holds treasures of historical interests dating back to the 1700s. Kingstree was settled in 1732 when Calvinists from Ireland built Wclay shelters on the banks of the Black River at “the King’s tree,” a tall white pine used as the mast for royal ships. The town now offers some of the state’s most beautiful and historical buildings, including the Robert Mills courthouse and Thorntree, believed to be the oldest house in the area. The history of the county covers both Revolutionary and Civil War times and is reflected in preserved buildings and in the County Museum. Traversed by the Black River, the county offers excellent fishing and outdoor activities and the area’s natural beauty compli- ments important remnants of history.

Browntown Museum 414 N. Main St., Hemingway 843.558.2355 The Browntown Museum offers a fascinating glimpse of pre-Civil War plantation life. The complex consists of the Brown-Burrows House built in 1845, a cotton gin, barn, outhouse and smokehouse. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Open Sun., 2 pm–5 pm. Admission: $2, ages 6–12, 50 cents

Thorntree House Longstreet St., Kingstree 843.355.3306 This home was built in 1749 by James Witherspoon and is believed to be the oldest house in the Pee Dee area. The plantation home served as an encampment for 100 British dragoons and a number of Tories. Open by appointment through the Williamsburgh Historical Museum. Admission: Free

Williamsburg County Art Gallery 108 W. Main St., Kingstree 843.355.7247 Victorian-era buildings feature revolving art exhibits. Open Mon., Wed. and Fri., 10 am–5 pm.

53 Williamsburg County Courthouse WILLIAMSBURG COUNTY

Williamsburg County Courthouse Main St., Kingstree 843.354.6431 This impressive courthouse was designed by Robert Mills and was completed in 1823 and is still the operating courthouse. Open Mon.–Fri., 8 am–5 pm.

Williamsburg Historical Museum 135 Hampton Ave., Kingstree 843.355.3306 Historic archives and artifacts include microfilm of The County Record newspaper from 1897-1975, a 20-foot hand-hewn cypress dugout canoe, early musical instruments and vintage clothing. Open Tues. and Wed., 10 am–3 pm; Thurs., 1–5pm. Admission: Free

Williamsburg HomeTown Chamber 131 N. Academy Street 843.355.6431

C. Williams Rush Gallery of African/ American Arts and Culture 200 Hampton Ave 803.397.1859

Gilland Park Black River, Kingstree

Historic Depot Main Street Kingstree

54 WILLIAMSBURG COUNTY Accommodations & Shopping

ACCOMMODATIONS HEMINGWAY

KINGSTREE Country Garden Floral and China M. Main Deluxe Inn 843.558.5019 1410 N. Longstreet St. 843.355.6151 King and Queen Ladies and Children’s Shop SHOPPING E. Broad 843.558.2322 KINGSTREE Larry’s Florist Holt’s Gifts and Jewelry and Birds 139 Academy Street 323 Davis Hwy. 843.355.6015 843.558.5661

Polly Ann’s Main Street Market 101 W. Main Street 109 N. Main St. 843.355.3637 Marshall’s Furniture Williamsburg Feed and Tack 708 Williams Hill Road 2153 Thurgood Marshall Hwy 843.558.3867 843.355.2215 Stuckey Brothers Bee Hive Gifts Furniture Company 110 N. Academy Street 3785 Hemingway Highway 843.355.3825 843.558.2591

The Paisley Pearl GREELEYVILLE 133 N. Academy Street 843.355.2030 DG Hardware 129 Society St. Personalize It Inc. 843.426.2259 107 E. Mill St. 843.555.2065 Wilder Brothers Williamsburg House Railroad Auction Fine furniture 415 Kelly Street 843.426.2456 843-356-1396 CHAIN STORES Dollar General, Family Dollar, Walgreens, CVS and Rite Aid 55 WILLIAMSBURG COUNTY Restaurant & Dining Guide

KINGSTREE FAST FOODS New Dragon Hardees Huddle House, KFC, Mc- Chinese Restaurant Brown’s BBQ Donalds, Subway, Dominos Pizza 104 W. Broad Street 809 Williamsburg Cty Hwy 52 N 843.558.0888 843.342.2773 HEMINGWAY Pack House Café on Academy Restaurant 117 N. Academy Street Beechies Seafood 102 S. Railroad 843.355.2233 2993 SC41-511 Street 843.558.9611 Scott’s Bar.b.Que CassleShack Brunson’s Crossroads 215 Thurgood Marshall Big D’s Bar.B.Que 843.558.9927 355.3663 793 Davis Road 843.558.2661 Twin Oaks Restaurant Connie’s Bakery and 303 S. Main Specialty Shop China Garden 501 Thurgood Marshall 442 N. Main Street FAST FOOD 843.355.2253 843.558.3266 Burger King, Hardees, Subway

Cooper’s Country The Deli on Main Store 475 N. Main Street 6945 US Highway 521 843.387.5772 Fish Net Seafood World Front Porch Rest 105 N. Main Street 134 E. Main Street 843.558.1525 843.355.0078 The Gathering Place Jarrito’s Pleasant Hill Drive 100 W. Main Street 843.558.5127 843.410.4037 HomeBoy Soul Food Mr. Hibachi 678 Old Pee Dee Road 1305.C Longstreet 843.558.0396 843.355.1218 Kenny’s Bar. B –Que Pizza Hut 2422 Hemingway Hwy. Longstreet 843.558.3629 843.355.5656

56 PEE DEE RECREATION Pee Dee Recreation GOLF

Pee Dee Country offers an expansive selection of outdoor activities and recreation. Relax and enjoy the natural beauty and delightful coastal climate of northeast South Carolina. Great golf, exciting hunting, scenic camping and hiking, serene canoeing...there’s something for every outdoor enthusiast. Come play the Pee Dee...a world of adventure!

Golf Courses Lake City Country Club Lake City Beaver Creek Golf Club 374.3415 Darlington 393.5441 Marlboro Country Club Bennettsville Bishopville Country Club 479.7741 Bishopville 484.3675 Pineland Country Club Nichols Clio Country Club 526.2175 Clio 586.9361 Sandy Point Golf Club Hartsville The Country Club of South Carolina 335.8950 Florence 669.1838 Swamp Fox Golf Club Kingstree Darlington Country Club 382.3436 Darlington 393.2146 The Traces Golf Club Florence Dusty Hills Country Club 662.7775 Marion 423.2721 Twin Lakes Country Club Dillon Fox Creek Golf Club 774.3740 Hartsville 332.0613 Golf Packages Golf packages include accommodations, break- Governor’s Run Golf Club fast,18-hole greens fees and cart fees. There are Lamar other courses outside the Pee Dee area that also 326.5513 offer packages. Call Pee Dee Tourism for complete information. Hartsville Country Club Hartsville 332.1441 57 PEE DEE RECREATION

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WILDLIFE PRESERVES, Lynches River County Park NATURE TRAILS & PARKS 5094 County Park Rd., Coward, 843.389.2785 For Park reservations, www.SouthCarolinaParks.com Situated on the river of the same name, this 668-acre, or 1.866.345.7275. For Trails information, popular day-use park features a river swamp with visit www.sctrails.net towering cypress trees as well as sandhills offering a wide variety of vegetation. Activities include river Great Pee Dee Heritage Preserve fishing, canoeing, nature trails and picnicking. The Off N. Charleston Rd. park also offers a colorful splash pad, environmental Darlington, 803.419.9374 discovery center and a 11,000 square foot community www.dnr.state.sc.us/wild/heritage/hp/gtpeedee/ building. Open daily, 9 am–sunset. Admission: Free. default.htm. Fee for splash pad use and special concerts. This 2725-acre preserve includes seven miles of river frontage and provides habitat for four state threatened Merchants Mill plant species. It is the home of the Johannes Kolb Ar- Mallards chaeological site, which has yielded early 18th century 2517 Bethune Hwy. artifacts from local settlements. Open daylight hours, Bishopville, year’round. Admission: Free 803.428.6479 Come see thousands of mallard ducks in the wild! Lake Paul Wallace This facility also raises ducks for pond owners and Bennettsville, 479.3312 preserves. This man-made lake offers areas for swimming, fishing, sailing and boating. It is also a waterfowl refuge. Segars-McKinnon A lighted walking trail across the dam and picnic sites Heritage Preserve on “Jack’s Island” round out a great recreational area. 1624 W. Carolina Ave., Hartsville, 803.419.9374 Open daylight hours, year’round. Admission: Free Accessible from Kalmia Gardens of Coker College,this 800-acre preserve is home to rare plants and unusual Lee State Natural Area natural communities. Open daylight hours, year’round. 487 Loop Rd., (Exit 123 off I.20) Bishopville Williamson Park 803.428.5307 Spring St., Darlington, 395.2310 Enjoy 2,800 acres of pristine wetlands with camping A three-mile boardwalk, five miles of nature trails, year’round. The area includes serene woods, auto countless birds and a statewide variety of plants and trail, river, fishing and picnic areas. Horses welcome: trees make this a most rewarding hiking, nature study stables, miles of trails, equestrian campground. Open and picnic spot. Open daylight hours, year’round. daily. Free admission. Fee for camping.

Little Pee Dee State Park 1298 State Park Rd., Dillon, 774.8872 The backwaters of the Little Pee Dee River provide a tranquil setting. This 835-acre park includes a campground, nature trail and picnic area. It also features 54-acre Lake Norton for fishing. Boats, canoes and kayaks may be rented. In addition, the park includes a scenic river swamp and a tract of Heritage Trust Site, with a Carolina Bay. Open daily, 9 am–12 midnight. Admission: Free

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Woods Bay State Natural Area HUNTING & FISHING 11020 Woods Bay Rd. (Exit 141 off I.95, US 301) Olanta, Carolina Excursions 659.4445 Florence, 661.7415 An elliptical depression, this park is one of a series of natural phenomena known as Carolina Bays which Carolina Whitetail Deer Hunts occur in the coastal plains of the Carolinas. The Latta, 752.5455 1,541-acre park offers a variety of natural habitats for many species of wildlife and has a boardwalk Lake Robinson extending into the bay; also canoe rentals, nature Hartsville, 332.6401 trails/programs and a picnic area. Open Thurs.–Mon., 9 am–6 pm. Admission: $2;SC Seniors $1.50; 15 and younger free. Quail Call Plantation Timmonsville, 346.2405

Scape ‘Ore Kennel & Hunting Preserve 417 Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Rd. off US 401 near Sumter County line, Mayesville 803.453.5757/ www.scapeorekennel.com This preserve offers quail and pheasant hunting with fine hunting dogs.

W D Outdoors 2537 Ellis Road Mullins, SC 843.844.0389

Lynches River County Park 60 PEE DEE RECREATION

OUTFITTERS & Honey Dew Campground RIVER EXPEDITIONS 2028 Cale Yarborough Rd. Timmonsville, 346.0700 Betwixt the Rivers 234 Schofield Rd. (off US 378, W. of Conway) Lee State Natural Area Marion, SC 29571 Exit 123 off I.20 423.1919 Bishopville 803.428.5307 Naturally Outdoors 2519 W. Palmetto St. Little Pee Dee State Park Florence, SC 1298 State Park Rd. 843.665.1551 Dillon, 774.8872 naturallyoutdoors.com Swamp Fox Campground 1600 Gateway Rd. River Rat’s Canoe Rentals 2740 Indigo Landing Rd. Florence, 665.9430 Scranton, SC Lake Robinson 843.389.4656/843.601.1795 Charlie Brown’s Camping riverratscanoerentals.com 1800 Hawk Hill Dr. 383.7271 / 332.1766 RMS Sports 2119 Rice Rd. Easterling Landing Marion, SC 29571 1540 Easterling Landing Rd. 423.6790/www.rmssports.com 332.9810 / 383.4037 Swamp Fox Canoe Rentals Johnson’s Landing Johnsonville, SC 1648 New Market Rd. 843.625.0643 (off SC 151) swampfoxkayak.com 332.7189 Swamp Fox Adventures Moree’s Camping P.O. Box 549 Tabernacle Church Rd. Scranton, SC 29591 383.6179 843.598.9447 fb.com/swampfoxadventures Bass Lake I-95 Exit 193 Wildlife Action Dillon, SC 29536 405 N. Main St. Mullins, SC 29574 464.8473/www.wildlifeaction.com Please call the Pee Dee Tourism Commission at 843.669.0950 for camping facilities near Darlington Raceway. CAMPGROUNDS

Florence RV Park 1115 E. Campground Rd. Florence, 665.7007

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The Florence Center offers concerts, shows, exhibitions and sports events throughout the year. Call 679.9417 to see what’s on during your visit.

MARCH Renofest Bluegrass Festival – Hartsville Skirmish at Gamble’s Hotel – Confederate Reenactment – Columns Plantation, Florence South Carolina Quilt Festival – Bishopville Homes Heritage Horses Festival - Art Festival – Kingstree

APRIL Arts Alive and Taste of Florence – Francis Marion University Darlington Raceway – NASCAR Diamond Hill Plywood 200 and Dodge Charger 500 Egg Scramble Jamboree – Lamar South Carolina Barbeque Shag Festival – Hemingway Southern Plant & Flower Show – Pee Dee State Farmer’s Market, Florence Taste of Darlington – Darlington

MAY Confederate Memorial Service – Hartsville FoxTrot Festival – Historic Downtown Marion South Carolina Senior Sports Classic – Francis Marion University Taste of Hartsville – Hartsville Flag Day Festival – Greeleyville

JUNE Relay for Life – Darlington Raceway Summer Beach Blast – Bennettsville

JULY Family Fireworks Festival – Hartsville Spirit of Florence (4th of July) Celebration – Timrod Park, Florence South Carolina Water Ski Championships – Emerald Lake, Florence

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SEPTEMBER Golden Leaf Festival – Mullins She Weekend with McLeod Health – The Florence Center South Carolina Tobacco Festival – Lake City Muscadine Festival . Williams Vineyard and Farm – Nesmith Stag Festival – Lane

OCTOBER Coastal Paws Cat Show – The Florence Center Fall Plant & Flower Show – Pee Dee State Farmer’s Market, Florence Gator Festival – Olanta Greek Festival – Greek Orthodox Church, Florence International Festival – Francis Marion University Merry Marketplace – (Jr. League annual Christmas Craft Show) – The Florence Center Pig Pickin’ Festival – Kingstree South Carolina Cotton Festival – Bishopville South Carolina Sweet Potato Festival – Darlington

NOVEMBER Catfish Festival – Society Hill Kingstree Trials – 1st Saturday - McCutchen Training Center (Quarter & Thoroughbred Horse Races) Kingstree Pecan Festival – Florence

DECEMBER Darlington Holiday Tour of Homes – Darlington Historic Homes Holiday Open House – Hartsville Tree Lightings & Christmas Parade – Florence, Darlington & Hartsville

WEEKLY Dillon Motor Speedway – (Saturday nights April-Nov.) 843.774.1888/www.dillonmotorspeedway.com

Florence RedWolves, Coastal Plain Baseball – (June-August) Sparrow Stadium @ FMU, Florence 843.629.0700/www.florenceredwolves.com

FlorenceMotor Speedway – (Saturday nights April-Oct.) 843.346.7711/www.florencemotorspeedway.com

MONTHLY Southeastern Bluegrass Association Concerts – Lynches River County Park

(All events and activities are subject to change without notice. Please call Pee Dee Tourism at 843.669.0950 to confirm information before making your plans. Due to space limitations, this is a partial listing.)

63 85 Rock Greenville Hill Spartanburg 385 85 77 Pee Dee Country 26 Greenwood 20 Columbia 501 Florence North 95 Augusta 20 Myrtle Beach 17 Aiken 52

26 95 301 Welcome Centers 17 Charleston

Please visit the South Carolina Hilton Head Island Welcome Centers for traveler assistance.

843.669.0950 2513 W. Lucas Street, Florence, SC 29501 www.peedeetourism.com

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