Historical Marker

Bishopville High School

Historical marker location:
Bishopville, South Carolina
( Marker is at the intersection of North Main Street (U.S. 15) and East College Street, on the left when traveling west on North Main Street.)
Marker installed: 2009

The town of Cheraw, located in northeastern South Carolina, was once home to one of the largest Jewish communities in the state. Many of the town's Jewish residents were merchants and peddlers who played a significant role in the economic development of the area.