Explore South Carolina

Learn about South Carolina. You may be surprised at what you'll find!  

In addition to the topics below, you can also delve into South Carolina's history by visiting the Social Studies section.

Public schools observe John C. Calhoun's birthday, March 18, as South Carolina Day. 

 

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Agriculture of Oconee County | ETV Shorts

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Oconee County has beautiful rolling hills and a rich history in agriculture. It is quickly becoming a destination for agri-tourism within the state. The Carolina Foothill Heritage Fair was created to...
Pawleys Island Hammocks | ETV Shorts

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More than a century ago, a riverboat captain set out to make a comfortable rope bed that was perfect for those Lowcountry nights. Now you can still find hand-crafted hammocks on Pawleys Island made in...
Rosemary Inn Bed and Breakfast | ETV Shorts

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Rosemary Inn Bed and Breakfast is the former home of James U. Jackson, the founder of North Augusta, S.C. Once called Rosemary Hall, the Inn not only offers guests spacious rooms and breakfast but a...
Oyotunji African Village | ETV Shorts

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Oyotunji African Village is located in Beaufort County, South Carolina and was founded by the late Oba Efuntola Oseijeman Adelabu Adefunmi in 1970. Today the village is promoted as an authentic Yoruba...
Sassafras Mountain | ETV Shorts

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As the highest point in South Carolina, Sassafras Mountain boosts tremendous views of three neighboring states: Tennessee, North Carolina and Georgia. It is also part of the Appalachian Mountains.
Reconciliation | ETV Shorts

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Two men, Larry Doby and Bernard Baruch, are honored together in the form of bronze sculptures in downtown Camden, South Carolina. Both were Camden natives who went on to leave an indelible mark on the...
Ruff & Company | ETV Shorts

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Located in downtown Ridgeway, South Carolina, Ruff & Company is hardware store with a twist. Ruff & Company started in 1840 and has long since been a landmark in the community. The store has lots of...
Saluda County Schools | ETV Shorts

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Saluda County has history, agriculture, great people and high achieving schools. We sit down with Saluda County's Superintendent to see how the students in Saluda are making the grade.