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Historic & Battle Sites

Battle of Hobkirk’s Hill Camden Archives & Museum
See the sites of the Revolutionary War Battle Equipped with a large and diverse collection of
of Hobkirk’s Hill, where on April 25, 1781, under genealogical and historical research materials, the
General Nathanael Greene, the American forces Archives provides a vital link to the heritage and
were defeated. Their strong resistance to Francis history of Camden and Kershaw County. On display
Lord Rawdon and his troops took its toll on are exhibits of local and regional history, including
the British, and led to the British evacuation of Camden’s
Camden ten days later. A free brochure with map original
is available to assist you in locating the battle site town clock,
(Chesnut and Lyttleton streets in Camden) and circa 1825.
interpreting the action. www.camdenschistory.com Currently on
display is the
Ross Beard
Battle of Boykin’s Mill Weapons
Explore the American Collection.
Civil War battle site The facility is also home to the S.C. Daughters of the
where local Confederate American Revolution library. Group presentations
forces were outnumbered and tours of the facility are available with advance
by 2,500 Federal troops arrangements. Staff members are also available for
including the famous research assistance. Open Monday through Friday
54th Massachusetts 8 am-5 pm and Saturday 10 am-4 pm. Closed on
Regiment. Although Sunday. Free admission. 1314 Broad St., Camden.
the Confederates were 803-425-6050. www.camdenschistory.com
defeated, their resistance
led to heavy losses Bonds Conway House
for the Federal troops. View the home built by Bonds Conway, believed
Casualties included the to be the first African
last Federal officer to American in Camden
lose his life in the war. to buy his freedom.
The Battle of Boykin’s Mill was also the last battle The house, circa 1810,
to be fought in South Carolina. A monument currently serves as the
stands at the Boykin’s Mill complex in memory office of the Kershaw
of the soldiers who fought on both sides of the County Historical
conflict. S.C. 261, Boykin. Society. Open to the
public, Thursdays
For information on the 1-5 pm. Groups welcome with prior arrangements.
Battle of Camden, see Page 18 811 Fair St., Camden. 803-425-1123.

Camden Historic Touring Districts
History is everywhere in Camden, and the city has nine touring districts featuring everything that makes the
past come alive. From the Colonial District to the Horse Country District, you can tour at your own pace with
the Free Download of the Camden Tour App (see page 5 “Where to go ... what to do”) for more information).
Free area map and brochures are available at the Visitor Center, and highlight more than 100 sites, most
of which are in the National Register of Historic Places. Go to www.classicallycarolina.com/tours for more
information on the touring districts.

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