Calhoun Park
Calhoun Park
is a central community park that reflects Barnwell's history, public life, and local traditions.
Category Historical Marker
William Gilmore Simms
William Gilmore Simms was a celebrated South Carolina writer whose novels and historical works made him one of the leading literary voices of the American South.
Veterans of all the wars
The To the Veterans of All The Wars monument honors veterans of all U.S. military branches and recognizes their service and sacrifice to the nation.
The Police Station
The The Police Station Historical Marker honors a unique former police station that began as a World War II POW camp guard house and became one of Barnwell's most recognizable historic landmarks.
Soloman Blatt, Sr.
Solomon Blatt Sr. was a longtime Speaker of the South Carolina House whose leadership significantly shaped South Carolina politics and government.
Once There was a Red Hill
Imagine a time when there was no “Barnwell.” In the early 1700’s there was only a place known as “The Red Hill,” about two miles north of where Turkey Creek flows into the Saltketchers River. A natural spring, known locally…
Bethlehem Baptist Church
The Bethlehem Baptist Church is a longstanding community church that reflects the faith, history, and traditions of the area.
Barnwell School district #45 Kia Monument
The Barnwell School District #45 KIA Monument is a memorial in Barnwell Veterans Memorial Park dedicated by Barnwell School District #45 to honor Barnwell County residents who were killed in action during World War I, World War II, the Korean War, the…
Barnwell County Revolutionary War Monument
The Barnwell County Revolutionary War Monument commemorates local Revolutionary War participants and celebrates Barnwell County's role in America's founding.
Barnwell Baptist Church Cemetery
The Barnwell Baptist Church Cemetery is a historic cemetery that preserves the legacy of Barnwell's early residents and church community.