National Register of Historic Places listings in Cherokee County, South Carolina facts for kids
Have you ever wondered about the special places in your community that hold important history? In Cherokee County, South Carolina, there are many such spots! This list tells you about places and areas that are part of the National Register of Historic Places. This is like a special list kept by the United States government. It helps protect buildings, sites, and objects that are important to American history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or culture.
When a place is on this list, it means it's recognized for its historical value. It also helps to save these places for future generations. In Cherokee County, there are 25 places currently on this list. Four other places were once listed but have since been removed, usually because they were demolished.
Cool Historic Places in Cherokee County
| Name on the Register | Image | Date listed | Location | City or town | Description | |
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| 4 | Carnegie Free Library |
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(#00000587) |
210 N. Limestone St. 35°04′25″N 81°38′54″W / 35.073611°N 81.648333°W |
Gaffney | |
| 7 | Cowpens National Battlefield |
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(#66000072) |
2 miles (3.2 km) east of Chesnee at the junction of South Carolina Highways 11 and 110 35°08′02″N 81°48′40″W / 35.133889°N 81.811111°W |
Chesnee | |
| 8 | Winnie Davis Hall |
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(#77001219) |
1115 College Dr. 35°03′23″N 81°39′00″W / 35.056389°N 81.65°W |
Gaffney | |
| 10 | Gaffney Commercial Historic District |
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(#86000602) |
Roughly N. Limestone St. between Cherokee Ave. and E. Meadow St. 35°04′20″N 81°38′50″W / 35.072222°N 81.647222°W |
Gaffney | |
| 11 | Gaffney Residential Historic District |
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(#86000601) |
Roughly bounded by Floyd Baker Boulevard, Johnson and Thompson Sts., Rutledge and Fairview Aves., and Limestone St. 35°04′01″N 81°38′54″W / 35.066944°N 81.648333°W |
Gaffney | |
| 12 | Zeno Hicks House |
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(#89000002) |
U.S. Route 221 and Mill Gap Rd. 35°09′07″N 81°51′21″W / 35.151944°N 81.855833°W |
Chesnee | |
| 13 | Irene Mill Finishing Plant |
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(#86000591) |
Western side of Buford St. between Liberty and Logan Sts. 35°04′28″N 81°38′36″W / 35.074444°N 81.643333°W |
Gaffney | |
| 14 | Jefferies House |
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(#86000594) |
306 S. Grannard St. 35°04′16″N 81°39′11″W / 35.071111°N 81.653056°W |
Gaffney | |
| 16 | Kings Mountain National Military Park |
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(#66000079) |
Northwest of Bethany on South Carolina Highway 161 35°08′16″N 81°23′22″W / 35.137778°N 81.389444°W |
Bethany | Extends into York County |
| 17 | Kings Mountain State Park Historic District |
(#08000185) |
1277 Park Rd. 35°07′50″N 81°20′44″W / 35.130579°N 81.345549°W |
Blacksburg | ||
| 18 | Limestone Springs Historic District |
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(#86000597) |
O'Neal St. extension and Limestone College campus 35°03′14″N 81°38′53″W / 35.053889°N 81.648056°W |
Gaffney | |
| 19 | Magness-Humphries House |
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(#01001159) |
101 Grassy Pond Rd. 35°08′08″N 81°40′26″W / 35.135556°N 81.673889°W |
Gaffney | |
| 20 | Mulberry Chapel Methodist Church |
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(#12000370) |
582 Asbury Rd. 34°55′48″N 81°39′15″W / 34.93003333°N 81.65416667°W |
Pacolet vicinity | |
| 22 | Nuckolls-Jefferies House |
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(#07000336) |
571 Asbury Rd. 34°55′56″N 81°39′40″W / 34.932096°N 81.661089°W |
Pacolet | |
| 23 | Settlemyer House |
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(#86000598) |
915 N. Limehouse St. 35°04′47″N 81°38′36″W / 35.079722°N 81.643333°W |
Gaffney | |
| 24 | Shiloh Presbyterian Church Cemetery |
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(#11000954) |
Elm St., 0.9 miles (1.4 km) south of U.S. Route 29 35°10′09″N 81°25′57″W / 35.169297°N 81.432442°W |
Grover |
Historic Buildings and Homes
Many old buildings and homes in Cherokee County are recognized for their unique history.
- The Carnegie Free Library in Gaffney was built with money from Andrew Carnegie, a famous businessman. It opened in 1900 and served as a library for many years.
- Winnie Davis Hall is located on the campus of Limestone College in Gaffney. It was built in 1904 and is an important part of the college's history.
- The Zeno Hicks House near Chesnee is a historic home that shows how people lived in the past. It was added to the list in 1989.
- The Jefferies House and Settlemyer House are two other historic homes in Gaffney. They were both listed in 1986.
- The Magness-Humphries House is another interesting historic home in Gaffney, added to the list in 2001.
- The Nuckolls-Jefferies House near Pacolet is also a historic home, recognized in 2007.
Important Districts and Areas
Some entire areas, not just single buildings, are recognized as historic.
- The Gaffney Commercial Historic District includes many old shops and businesses in downtown Gaffney. It shows what the town looked like long ago.
- The Gaffney Residential Historic District is a neighborhood with many historic homes. It gives us a peek into how people lived in Gaffney's past.
- The Limestone Springs Historic District includes parts of the Limestone College campus. This area has a long history, dating back to when it was a popular resort.
Sites of Industry and Work
Cherokee County also has historic sites related to old industries.
- The Irene Mill Finishing Plant in Gaffney was an important factory. It was where textiles were finished, playing a role in the area's industrial past.
- Several "furnace sites" like Coopersville Ironworks Site, Cowpens Furnace Site, Ellen Furnace Site, and King's Creek Furnace Site are on the list. These were places where iron was made a long time ago. They tell us about early manufacturing in the region.
- Nesbitt's Limestone Quarry and Thicketty Mountain Ore Pits are also listed. These sites show where important natural resources were dug up, helping us understand the area's geology and mining history.
Battlefields and Military Parks
Two very important battlefields are located in Cherokee County.
- Cowpens National Battlefield near Chesnee is where a major battle of the American Revolutionary War happened in 1781. It was a big victory for the American forces.
- Kings Mountain National Military Park is another Revolutionary War site. The Battle of Kings Mountain in 1780 was a turning point in the war. This park extends into York County, South Carolina.
- The Kings Mountain State Park Historic District is also nearby, offering more history and natural beauty.
Historic Churches and Cemeteries
Places of worship and burial grounds also hold significant history.
- Mulberry Chapel Methodist Church near Pacolet is a historic church. It has been a place of community and faith for many years.
- The Shiloh Presbyterian Church Cemetery is a historic burial ground near Grover. It tells stories of the people who lived in the area long ago.
Places That Were Once Listed
Some places were once on the National Register but are no longer there. This usually happens if the building or site is demolished.
- The Robbs House, Sarratt House, Victor Cotton Oil Company Complex, and West End Elementary School were all in Gaffney. They were listed in 1986 but were later removed in 2000 because they were demolished.
Images for kids
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Some historic sites have restricted addresses to protect them.
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An old iron furnace site.
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