Union County
Officially in South Carolina’s “Upstate,” Union County starts to hint at the foothills that rise to rolling hills and vistas. A visit to Union is not complete without a tour of downtown Civil Rights-era historic sites—nor without a stop at Midway BBQ. History buffs will love the Rose Hill Plantation State Historic Site in Sumter National Forest, which tells the rich yet complicated story of many generations of plantation dwellers. Adrenaline junkies, however, may want to visit the Union County Dragway just southeast of the town of Union.
Antiques On Main is an upscale business venture in beautiful downtown Union specializing in antique furniture and authentic reproductions.
The Battle of Musgrove Mill was fought on this site near the Enoree River on August 19, 1780. A detachment of American militia engaged and defeated a superior British force composed almost entirely of loyalist troops. Occurring at a time when American prospects for winning the Revolution seemed to grow dimmer by the day, the success at Musgrove Mill bolstered patriot morale in the Carolina backcountry. The park consists of nearly 360 acres. Other days vary depending on season and available staff. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. For more information, call or send the park an e-mail. Free park admission.
The Union County Museum strives to bring the past into the future. Remembering where we came from helps us to determine where we are going. Join us today as we continue to bring new, antique items to the Union County Museum for your enjoyment.
The Union County Museum is located on the first floor of the restored Flynn Office Building on Historic Main Street in Union South Carolina. This local museum is a source of great pride for the City and County of Union.
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