Category: South Carolina
Meet Jefferson Davis at the Cross Keys House in Union
The Cross Keys home is considered one of the oldest and most significant homes in the Upstate of South Carolina. The Georgian Colonial mansions’ claim to fame is that Confederate President Jefferson Davis and his military escort ate lunch here on April 30, 1865 on their way out of Richmond, Virginia. Mary Ann Bobo Whitmire [...]
The Revolutionary War Comes Alive at Musgrove Mill
The battle that took place at Musgrove Mill on August 19, 1780 was a short (about 30 minutes) but very bloody battle. In fact, Isaac Shelby, a Colonel that fought both at Musgrove Mill and Kings Mountain stated in his memoirs that the battle at Musgrove Mill was the fiercest battle in which he ever [...]
Immerse Yourself in the Past at Historic Brattonsville
Even though the South is steeping with revolutionary history, there are very few places that have the number of acres and buildings in one location that Historic Brattonsville does. With over 775 acres and 30 buildings it’s considered to be one of the most important and heavily visited historical sites in South Carolina. This article [...]
Inside Scoop on Charleston
Charleston is one of my favorite getaway destinations, any time of the year, so I thought I would share some insider tips to make your visit extra special. This article was published January 2012. To read the complete article online, click here.
Fun Fall Festivals in the South
Fall is a great time of the year. The air begins to cool down and turn crisp. The leaves begin to change to vibrant shades of rust, orange and red. But the very best things about this time of year are the fabulous fall festivals going on in our area. From the quirky Woolly Worm [...]
Take a Hike- five great places in the Upstate to go hiking
Article published in the May 2011 edition of the Simpsonville Sentinel and online at: http://www.seethesouth.com/take-a-hike-five-great-places-in-the-upstate-to-go-hiking/
Get a Glimpse of the Past in Beaufort
Article published in the April 2011 edition of the Simpsonville Sentinel and online at: http://www.seethesouth.com/get-a-glimpse-of-the-past-in-beaufort/
Spend the Day in Greenwood, South Carolina
Latest article published in the March 2011 edition of the Simpsonville Sentinel and online at: http://www.seethesouth.com/spend-a-day-in-greenwood-south-carolina/
Take a Drive on the Wild Side This Holiday Season
This article, Take a Drive on the Wild Side This Holiday Season, was published November 2010 in the Simpsonville Sentinel and online at www.seethesouth.com
The Columbia Museum of Art
http://south-carolina-travel.suite101.com/article.cfm/masterpieces-and-medieval-at-the-columbia-sc-museum-of-art
It's Time to Fall for Greenville
http://south-carolina-travel.suite101.com/article.cfm/its_time_to_fall_for_greenville
Isle of Palms
I know it’s been awhile since I posted an article but here’s my latest… http://south-carolina-travel.suite101.com/article.cfm/isle_of_palms
Lunch in Downtown Greenville
Here’s the link to my latest article for Suite101. I’m not super happy with the way it came out and I know every writer has pieces that they aren’t as fond of as others. I guess this one is mine. Don’t get me wrong, this is a great place, it’s the writing I’m not happy [...]
Hidden Waterfalls and Country Charm
Latest article on Wildcat Falls and Aunt Sue’s north of Greenville, SC http://south-carolina-travel.suite101.com/article.cfm/hidden_waterfalls_and_country_charm
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