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Robert Anderson Memorial Fountain

  In 1904, the Civic Association of Anderson, led by President Pearl Fant, initiated an effort to beautify the city and especially the grounds of the…

Robert Anderson Fountain Restoration.

The restoration of the Robert Anderson Fountain is going very well! Check out this video uploaded by the Anderson County YouTube page. Thank you to…

Artifact of the Week: Glass Insulators

The artifact of the week for April 19th are these glass insulators once used in Anderson, South Carolina!   "This clear glass insulator was…

Artifact of the Week: Glass Decanter

This glass decanter with a cork stopper was made sometime in the 1930's. This decanter features a circular pattern throughout the design and has been…

Artifact of the Week: Brock and Linley House

Join us in celebrating as we induct two new members of our Anderson County Hall of Fame, James A. Brock and John W. Linley. Seen here are their homes…

Artifact of the Week: Tinker Toy

This Tinkertoy Wonder Builder Construction set was manufactured in 1920 in Evanston, Ill. The set includes wooden spools and rods that can be fit…

Artifact of the Week: Total-Electric Farm and Home Award

This metal sign was presented to John A. Rainey for his all electric farm near Starr, SC. The "Total-Electric Farm and Home Award" was created by…

Artifact of the Week: St. Nicholas Magazine

These are original issues of the St. Nicholas magazine. Beginning in 1873, this magazine featured children’s literature from leading authors of the…

Robert Anderson Fountain Restoration Begins

Almost 6,000 pounds of fountain was carefully collected and taken to Charleston to begin restoration by the same group that restored the Hunley…