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Tranquil gardens home to diverse swans and wildlife, with scenic walkways, a butterfly garden, and a unique "Living Tree Museum" for leisurely strolls and nature appreciation.
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  • Mr Morgan
    Swansea, UK7 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    What a great time myself and wife have had over the past week up here I loved each get way with her and this as are anniversary this time so we had food and drink in a number of places and this one at the swan lake just made for special night even more special thanks for the great food drink and the place is fantastic well done the the young ladie how served use and the chef what a treat it was thank you if you are in area then go go go
    Written August 29, 2024
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  • USAOnTheMove
    Charleston, SC239 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The SOH is simply elegant and reminiscent of the intimacy in Broadway theaters. Not a bad seat in the house. Parking around town is easy and free. Several locally-owned restaurants within walking distance. I love seeing historic venues like this revitalized and bringing talent to the smaller cities and towns. A fun date night and perhaps an overnight with a hotel just across the street. Will definitely visit again.
    Written October 25, 2024
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  • Brion C
    Miami, FL978 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The burial site of Thomas Sumter, Revolutionary War hero and US Congressman and Senator from South Carolina. In battle, he was known as the Fighting Gamecock, a nickname adopted by the University of South Carolina. Other family members are buried in the same ppark. Fort Sumter, built in Charleston during the War of 1812, after British forces captured Washington, was named after him.
    Written October 27, 2024
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  • Norma H
    9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This park offers baseball cages, tennis courts, water pad for kids and playground area. On the otherside is a concrete walking path and two small wooden bridges to walk over and see fish and turtles from. The trees, plants and flowers are all beautiful. It's a very peaceful path to walk on.
    Written July 8, 2022
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  • Barbara K
    Sumter, SC222 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Sumter Gallery of Art, in the Historic District, though small, has excellent taste in their changing art exhibits. All media--photography to oils and water color to fabric, to clay to popsicle sticks-- are displayed from a wide variety of artists, local to international. Thought provoking, playful, imaginative. You can't go wrong with a visit. Free, donations appreciated. Nice gift shop.
    Written June 18, 2018
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  • ancestry archivist
    Sumter, SC4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Located on the ground floor in the front of the house is a small room full of fabulous local history. Books dating back to 1800’s to present day. Read about history that is not taught in schools, if your family is from Sumter Co discover your family roots, and they sell funny T-shirts. They also have wonderful books for sale year round and will ship them to you. Open Tuesday-Saturday.
    Written December 16, 2019
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  • Dewayne P
    Elizabethtown, KY2,024 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This small battle site was inspirational to me and definitely worth a stop if you are a Civil War buff. There are a few markers and monuments and the battlefield is pretty well preserved. There is a small parking area, no fee, and plenty of information about the battle.
    Written March 11, 2021
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  • Brian S
    Sumter, SC1,224 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Here all the time for my son's Soccer Games. They offer snack and Confession Bar along with clean restrooms, but only on Game day otherwise they're closed. Fields ate clean and safe. In the pork area they have a Soccer Complex, Baseball Complex, Party Pavilion, Playground walking and Running Tracks and Plenty of parking.
    Written March 28, 2023
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  • B9788DNjessicaa
    Sumter, SC4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    My son and I saw the Sherlock Holmes play here and had an amazing time. Yes it is little, but that’s part of the charm. There’s not a bad seat in the the house and the local theater talent is amazing! There is a good variety of shows for all ages as well; family friendly, teens, and “adults only”. It is a wonderful time close to home!
    Written March 20, 2019
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  • poptopEBS
    Lexington, SC251 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Many would greatly enjoy even a 30 minute visit. I spent nearly 2 hours there & had great talking with Diana Roof, museum site manager. When I went to The Citadel for college in 1962, I had ZERO awareness of antisemitism because Jews and were such a prominent part of our community. One display in the museum excellently affirms this. Great summary of Jews in S. C. as well as many of the Sumter families. The Temple with seating area & alter and plaques of deceased members is part of the museum. If possible, I highly recommend a call ahead to see if Diana will be on site.
    Written July 3, 2020
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  • Karen A
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Dorr Farms & all of the vendors at the original Sumter Farmers Market are super nice, affordable and always willing to help each other & their customers. I love being both a vendor & a customer! Keep up the awesome work & superb customer service!
    Written February 15, 2020
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  • Erin E
    Sicily, Italy71 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    What an INCREDIBLE time we had yesterday playing the Tomb Raiders room! First, Megan was AWESOME from the moment we met her. She was enthusiastic and energetic and got us stoked for our room. Two of us have done numerous rooms and this Egyptian themed room had quite a few unique puzzles and features we had never seen before. Each twist and new item to solve was entertaining and challenging and kept us on our toes. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and was worth the almost two hour drive. HIGHLY recommend this room, this location and ask for Megan as your host. Will definitely be back again!
    Written August 10, 2024
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