Aiken County Historical Museum – Aiken, South Carolina
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The Aiken County Historical Museum is located in downtown Aiken. The museum houses a wide variety of collections relating to the history of Aiken County, from its earliest settlers to today. The museum’s collection is kept in Banksia, which is a 1931 winter colony mansion. On this 3.5 acre property, you can also find the Ergle Log House. It was built in 1808 and is one of the oldest buildings still standing in Aiken County.
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Another popular attraction at the historical museum is the “I Don’t Live Here Anymore” display, which is a tribute to the people whose homes were destroyed in order for the Savannah River Site to be constructed.
For hours and more information, you can check the Aiken County Historical Museum’s main website.
SCIWAY thanks Larry Gleason for submitting this photo.
2 Comments about Aiken County Historical Museum
April 2nd, 2012 at 6:57 am
Hi Steve! The best way to get the answer to your question would be to call the Aiken County Historical Museum at 803-642-2015. Hope this helps and good luck! – SCIWAY
April 1st, 2012 at 10:23 am
I live in Vaucluse in Aiken County. I am attempting to find the origin of the town’s name. I would also like to know more about the history of the town. Not having a much luck. Could you advise me?
Thanks,
Steve
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