National Register of Historic Places listings in Pickens County, South Carolina facts for kids

Where Pickens County is located in South Carolina

This page lists special places in Pickens County, South Carolina, that are part of the National Register of Historic Places. Think of this register as a very important list of buildings, sites, and objects that are worth saving because they tell us a lot about history.

These places are important because they show us how people lived, worked, and built things in the past. They help us understand the history of Pickens County, South Carolina, and even the whole United States. There are 29 different places in Pickens County on this list, and one of them is extra special – it's called a National Historic Landmark.

What is the National Register of Historic Places?

The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of the nation's historic places that are worth saving. It's like a hall of fame for buildings, structures, objects, sites, and districts that are important to American history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or culture. When a place is added to this list, it means it's recognized as a valuable part of our heritage. This helps protect these places and makes people more aware of their importance.

Historic Schools and Learning Places

Pickens County has several schools and university buildings on the National Register. These places show how education has grown and changed over time.

Central High School

Central High School, a historic school building.

Central High School in Central was added to the list in 1994. It's an important part of the town's history, showing where many generations of students learned and grew.

Easley High School Auditorium

The beautifully restored Easley High School Auditorium.

The Easley High School Auditorium in Easley became a historic place in 1999. Auditoriums like this were often the heart of a school, hosting plays, concerts, and important community events.

Liberty Colored High School

Liberty Colored High School, now known as Rosenwood Center.

Liberty Colored High School in Liberty was listed in 2003. This school played a very important role in providing education for African American students during a time when schools were separated. Today, it's known as the Rosenwood Center.

Clemson University's Historic Spots

Tillman Hall at Clemson University.

Clemson University has several areas and buildings recognized for their history:

• Clemson College Sheep Barn: This barn, listed in 1990, shows the university's early focus on agriculture and farming.
• Clemson University Historic District I and II: These areas cover important parts of the campus, including many of its oldest and most famous buildings. They tell the story of how the university grew.
• Fort Hill: This is a very special place on the Clemson University campus. It's not just on the National Register; it's also a National Historic Landmark. This means it's one of the most important historic places in the entire country! Fort Hill was once the home of John C. Calhoun, a famous American politician.
• Hanover House: Also on the Clemson campus, this house was moved here from another location to save it. It's a great example of early American architecture.
• Lee and Lowry Hall: These buildings, listed in 2010, are important examples of modern architecture at the university.

Old Mills and Industrial Sites

Mills were very important in the past for making things like flour or textiles. Pickens County has several historic mills.

Central Roller Mills

The historic Central Roller Mill.

The Central Roller Mills in Central was added to the list in 2013. This mill likely played a big part in processing grains for the local community.

Easley Mill

The old Easley Mill building.

The Easley Mill in Easley was listed in 2013. Textile mills like this were once major employers and centers of industry in many Southern towns.

Hagood Mill

Hagood Mill, a working gristmill.

Hagood Mill, located near Pickens, is a very old mill listed in 1972. It's special because it's still a working gristmill, meaning it can still grind corn into flour! It also includes the South Carolina Petroglyph Site, which has ancient rock carvings.

Sheriff Mill Complex

The former Sheriff Mill Main House.

The Sheriff Mill Complex in Easley was listed in 1987. This complex gives us a look into the industrial history of the area.

Historic Homes and Buildings

Many old houses and other buildings in Pickens County are on the National Register, showing us how people lived in different eras.

• Griffin-Christopher House: This house in Pickens was listed in 2001.
• Hagood-Mauldin House: Also in Pickens, this house was added in 1997.
• Hester Store: Located in Dacusville, this old store was listed in 2013. Stores like this were often the center of small communities.
• Morgan House: This house in Central was listed in 2001.
• Old Pickens Jail: In Pickens, this old jail was listed in 1979. It gives us a glimpse into the justice system of the past.
• J. Warren Smith House: This house in Liberty was added in 2005.
• J. C. Stribling Barn: This barn near Clemson was listed in 2001, showing the importance of farming in the region.
• Williams-Ligon House: This house in Easley was listed in 2012.

Natural and Park Sites

Some historic places are not just buildings but also natural areas or parks that have a special history.

Civilian Conservation Corps Sites

The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) was a program during the Great Depression in the 1930s that put young men to work on conservation projects. They built many parks and infrastructure.

• Civilian Conservation Corps Quarry No. 1 and Truck Trail and Civilian Conservation Corps Quarry No. 2: These quarries near Pickens were used by the CCC to get stone for their projects. They were listed in 1989.
• Table Rock Civilian Conservation Corps Camp Site: This site at Table Rock State Park was where the CCC workers lived. It was listed in 1989.
• Table Rock State Park Historic District: The entire Table Rock State Park is a historic district, listed in 1989. The park itself was largely built by the CCC and is a beautiful example of their work, offering trails, lakes, and stunning views.

Churches and Cemeteries

Religious sites often hold deep historical meaning for communities.

• Old Stone Church and Cemetery: Located near Pendleton, this church and its cemetery were listed in 1971. It's a very old and important religious site in the area.
• Oolenoy Baptist Church Cemetery: This cemetery near Pickens was listed in 2003. Cemeteries often provide valuable information about the people who lived in a community long ago.

Historic Districts

A historic district is an area that contains a group of historic buildings, rather than just one.

Pendleton Historic District

Hopewell, a historic home within the Pendleton Historic District.

The Pendleton Historic District is a large area that includes parts of Pendleton and even extends into Anderson and Oconee counties. Listed in 1970, this district is full of historic homes and buildings that show what a Southern town looked like in the past.

List of Historic Places in Pickens County

Here is the full list of places in Pickens County that are on the National Register of Historic Places:

	Name on the Register	Image	Date listed	Location	City or town	Description
1	Central High School		May 20, 1994 (#94000475)	304 Church St. 34°43′22″N 82°46′52″W / 34.722778°N 82.781111°W / 34.722778; -82.781111 (Central High School)	Central
2	Central Roller Mills		June 25, 2013 (#13000454)	300 Madden Bridge Rd. 34°43′29″N 82°47′05″W / 34.72465°N 82.78482°W / 34.72465; -82.78482 (Central Roller Mills)	Central
3	Civilian Conservation Corps Quarry No. 1 and Truck Trail		June 16, 1989 (#89000479)	Off Section Rd. 25/Hickory Hollow Rd., 0.7 miles south of South Carolina Highway 11 35°00′17″N 82°42′46″W / 35.004722°N 82.712778°W / 35.004722; -82.712778 (Civilian Conservation Corps Quarry No. 1 and Truck Trail)	Pickens
4	Civilian Conservation Corps Quarry No. 2		June 16, 1989 (#89000480)	0.2 miles north of Section Rd. 69/Sliding Rock Rd. near the Oolenoy River 35°00′21″N 82°43′18″W / 35.005833°N 82.721667°W / 35.005833; -82.721667 (Civilian Conservation Corps Quarry No. 2)	Pickens
5	Clemson College Sheep Barn		January 4, 1990 (#89002140)	S. Palmetto Boulevard on the Clemson University campus 34°40′36″N 82°49′50″W / 34.676667°N 82.830556°W / 34.676667; -82.830556 (Clemson College Sheep Barn)	Clemson
6	Clemson University Historic District I		January 4, 1990 (#89002138)	Northern portion of campus along U.S. Route 76 34°40′47″N 82°50′04″W / 34.679722°N 82.834444°W / 34.679722; -82.834444 (Clemson University Historic District I)	Clemson
7	Clemson University Historic District II		January 4, 1990 (#89002139)	Center of campus 34°40′40″N 82°50′18″W / 34.677778°N 82.838333°W / 34.677778; -82.838333 (Clemson University Historic District II)	Clemson
8	Easley High School Auditorium		January 21, 1999 (#98001646)	112 Russell St. 34°50′N 82°36′W / 34.83°N 82.6°W / 34.83; -82.6 (Easley High School Auditorium)	Easley
9	Easley Mill		September 23, 2013 (#09000818)	601 S. 5th St., 34°49′27″N 82°36′28″W / 34.824109°N 82.607725°W / 34.824109; -82.607725 (Easley Mill)	Easley
10	Fort Hill		October 15, 1966 (#66000708)	Clemson University campus 34°40′40″N 82°50′21″W / 34.677778°N 82.839167°W / 34.677778; -82.839167 (Fort Hill)	Clemson
11	Griffin-Christopher House		October 21, 2001 (#01001160)	208 Ann St. 34°53′06″N 82°42′30″W / 34.885°N 82.708333°W / 34.885; -82.708333 (Griffin-Christopher House)	Pickens
12	Hagood Mill		December 11, 1972 (#72001217)	3.5 miles northwest of Pickens on U.S. Route 178 34°55′37″N 82°43′20″W / 34.926944°N 82.722222°W / 34.926944; -82.722222 (Hagood Mill)	Pickens	Includes Hagood Creek Petroglyph Site
13	Hagood-Mauldin House		October 9, 1997 (#97001185)	104 N. Lewis St. 34°53′07″N 82°42′20″W / 34.885278°N 82.705556°W / 34.885278; -82.705556 (Hagood-Mauldin House)	Pickens
14	Hanover House		June 5, 1970 (#70000594)	Clemson University campus 34°40′35″N 82°49′52″W / 34.676389°N 82.831111°W / 34.676389; -82.831111 (Hanover House)	Clemson
15	Hester Store		February 5, 2013 (#12001263)	1735 Hester Store Rd. 34°53′48″N 82°32′20″W / 34.89657°N 82.538869°W / 34.89657; -82.538869 (Hester Store)	Dacusville
16	Liberty Colored High School		April 18, 2003 (#03000270)	Junction of South Carolina Highway 93 and Rosewood St. 34°47′23″N 82°41′23″W / 34.789722°N 82.689722°W / 34.789722; -82.689722 (Liberty Colored High School)	Liberty
17	Morgan House		March 29, 2001 (#01000312)	416 Church St. 34°43′20″N 82°46′49″W / 34.722222°N 82.780278°W / 34.722222; -82.780278 (Morgan House)	Central
18	Old Pickens Jail		April 11, 1979 (#79002390)	Johnson and Pendleton Sts. 34°52′51″N 82°42′21″W / 34.880833°N 82.705833°W / 34.880833; -82.705833 (Old Pickens Jail)	Pickens
19	Old Stone Church and Cemetery		November 5, 1971 (#71000794)	1.5 miles north of Pendleton off U.S. Route 76 34°39′49″N 82°48′58″W / 34.663611°N 82.816111°W / 34.663611; -82.816111 (Old Stone Church and Cemetery)	Pendleton
20	Oolenoy Baptist Church Cemetery		October 14, 2003 (#03000659)	201 Miracle Hill Rd. 34°59′30″N 82°48′21″W / 34.991667°N 82.805833°W / 34.991667; -82.805833 (Oolenoy Baptist Church Cemetery)	Pickens
21	Pendleton Historic District		August 25, 1970 (#70000560)	Bounded on the west by Hopewell and Treaty Oak, on the north by the Old Stone Church, on the east by Montpelier, and on the south by the town limits 34°39′06″N 82°47′02″W / 34.651772°N 82.78375°W / 34.651772; -82.78375 (Pendleton Historic District)	Pendleton	Extends into Anderson and Oconee counties
22	Roper House Complex		June 16, 1989 (#89000482)	Section Road 25, 0.1 miles southeast of South Carolina Highway 11 35°01′18″N 82°41′32″W / 35.021667°N 82.692222°W / 35.021667; -82.692222 (Roper House Complex)	Pickens
23	Sheriff Mill Complex		November 20, 1987 (#87002058)	South Carolina Highway 40 34°47′18″N 82°34′08″W / 34.788333°N 82.568889°W / 34.788333; -82.568889 (Sheriff Mill Complex)	Easley
24	J. Warren Smith House		January 26, 2005 (#04001564)	21 N. Palmetto St. 34°47′09″N 82°41′47″W / 34.785833°N 82.696389°W / 34.785833; -82.696389 (J. Warren Smith House)	Liberty
25	J. C. Stribling Barn		October 22, 2001 (#01001161)	220 Issaqueena Trail 34°40′07″N 82°47′45″W / 34.668611°N 82.795833°W / 34.668611; -82.795833 (J. C. Stribling Barn)	Clemson
26	Structural Science Building		April 5, 2010 (#09000365)	Palmetto Boulevard and Fernow Drive 34°40′31″N 82°50′18″W / 34.675139°N 82.838333°W / 34.675139; -82.838333 (Structural Science Building)	Clemson	Now known as Lee and Lowry Halls; built in 1958 and designed by Harlan Ewart McClure, the first dean of architecture at Clemson University
27	Table Rock Civilian Conservation Corps Camp Site		June 16, 1989 (#89000481)	Table Rock State Park Rd. Extension at South Carolina Highway 11 35°01′18″N 82°41′55″W / 35.021667°N 82.698611°W / 35.021667; -82.698611 (Table Rock Civilian Conservation Corps Camp Site)	Pickens
28	Table Rock State Park Historic District		June 15, 1989 (#89000478)	South Carolina Highway 11, 4.5 miles east of Primary Road 45 35°02′07″N 82°42′31″W / 35.035278°N 82.708611°W / 35.035278; -82.708611 (Table Rock State Park Historic District)	Pickens
29	Williams-Ligon House		February 8, 2012 (#12000015)	1866 Farrs Bridge Rd. 34°54′10″N 82°37′03″W / 34.902647°N 82.617367°W / 34.902647; -82.617367 (Williams-Ligon House)	Easley