Abbeville SC
Many "road companies" toured from New York to
Atlanta, with the Opera House as an overnight stop. Between 1908 and
1913, Abbevillians enjoyed approximately 260 live performances on the
magnificent Opera restored to its turn-of-the-century condition with two
exceptions - the addition of air
Many "road companies" toured from
New conditioning and rocking chair seats.
Listed on The National
Register and is the only "Hemphouse" remaining in South Carolina
Location:
Foothills of western South Carolina, approximately 2 hours
from Atlanta, Georgia, and 35 minutes from Interstate 85 at Anderson,
South
Carolina
Climate: Temperate climate with
warm summers and mild winters.
Mean average temperature - 63°F.
Average annual rainfall - 43 inches
Lakes and Rivers:
Lake Russell, Lake Secession Savannah River, Rocky River, & Little
River
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Lake Secession, although not as big as Lake Greenwood is becoming more popular and is seeing a growth spurt in recent years. The lake is a popular fishing lake and the lake properties tend to be priced lower than other lakes in nearby areas.
Abbeville is a taste of yesteryear with it's cobblestone main square and historic architecture is like a travel in time back to the old south. The courthouse on the square once belonged to Revolutionary war leader Andrew Pickens.It also was the site that John C. Calhoun launched his political career. If you love history and or have a fascination with ghosts you will enjoy the annual
"Ghost Walk" Abbeville is said to have numerous tales of old homes and buildings inhabited by what they say can only be ghosts of the past
You can see the steeple in the background. The church steeple is so tall that it is impossible to get a close up picture and get the whole church in the picture. There are plaques on the pews with the names of worshipers and fallen soldiers. Church services are still being held.
A crowd gathered for the yearly Spring Festival in Abbeville which draws crowds from all over the country to enjoy the street vendors, arts and crafts, bands, antique car show, and rides.
Schools and Universities:
One school district composed of 5 elementary
schools, 2 middle schools, 1 career center and 3 high
schools. Public school enrollment - 3874; Average
pupil/teacher ratio:17:1
Erskine College in Due West; Piedmont Technical
College in Abbeville
Lander University in Greenwood (15 miles)
Medical: Abbeville County Memorial
Hospital - 52 bedsA Building to house the
Abbeville County Memorial Hospital
Nearby Self
Memorial Hospital in Greenwood SC is also
available and is within 10 miles.
Today's Abbeville is lined with antique shops,specialty stores,and local art is found hanging in the shops around the central square, and unique Bed & Breakfasts
The area has seen an influx of retirees moving to
Abbeville to enjoy the quite peacefulness of the small town,with the convenience of the cosmopolitan cities nearby.80 Mennonite families have recently moved into the area finding that the rural atmosphere meets their cultural needs. The sleepy little town is waking up and welcoming new business, industry, visitors, and residents.
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Another must see is The Old Trinity Church, built in 1860 and noted for its Gothic Revival architecture. When you walk through the doors of this historic landmark you are taken back in time and can almost see the men,women and children of the past as they might have been seated in the old pews. Beautiful stained glass windows absolutely take your breath away.
Pictured below The Belmont Inn which has recently been renovated and will be accepting overnight guests soon. The restaurant has been in operation and offers buffets on Sunday after church along with regular dining hours other days of the week off the menu of a variety of tasty delights. The Inn originally housed the performers and visitors who came to The Opera House
Sunday Buffet