Historical Markers in Marlboro County, South Carolina
Abel Kolb's Murder / Welsh Neck Cemetery
Albert M. Shipp
Ammons Family Cemetery
Barnabas Kelet Henagan Home Site
Battle of Hunt's Bluff / Old River Road
Bennettsville
Bennettsville
Bennettsville Methodist Church
Bennettsville Presbyterian Church
Blenheim
Blenheim Mineral Springs
Brownsville Baptist Church
Brownsville Church
Clio
Clio Passenger Depot
Confederate Civil War Monument
D.D. McColl House / D.D. McColl House
Daniel Calhoun Roper
Early Cotton Mill
Edward Crosland House
Frederick Charles Hans Bruno Poellnitz / Ragtown
General John McQueen
Grave Of General Tristram Thomas / Saw Mill Baptist Church
Grave of Mason Lee / Will of Mason Lee
Greene's Encampment / Sherman's March
J.F. Kinney House / P.M. Kinney House
Jennings-Brown House
John Lowndes McLaurin
John Lyde Wilson
Magnolia
Marlborough County Court House
Marlborough Court House / Old River Road
Murchison School
Old Beauty Spot
Old Female Academy
Pegues Place / Revolutionary Cartel
Robert Blair Campbell / John Campbell
Shiness
Welsh Neck Settlement
About Marlboro County
Marlboro County Timeline
Marlboro County, South Carolina, has a rich history that dates back to Native American settlements in the area. The county was originally named after the Duke of Marlborough in England. European settlers began to establish settlements in the region in the early 18th century. The county was officially formed in 1785, and its county seat is Bennettsville.
During the American Revolution, Marlboro County played a significant role in the fight for independence. It was the site of several skirmishes and battles, including the Battle of Raft Swamp in 1781. The county's proximity to North Carolina also made it a hotbed for American patriots and Loyalists alike.
In the 19th century, Marlboro County became known for its agriculture. The fertile soils and mild climate made it ideal for growing tobacco, and many plantations and farms specialized in its cultivation. The tobacco industry remained a dominant force in the county's economy well into the 20th century.
In recent years, Marlboro County has faced economic challenges due to the decline of the tobacco industry and the loss of manufacturing jobs. However, efforts have been made to diversify the economy and attract new industries. Today, Marlboro County is known for its natural beauty, historic sites, and a growing focus on tourism and outdoor activities.
During the American Revolution, Marlboro County played a significant role in the fight for independence. It was the site of several skirmishes and battles, including the Battle of Raft Swamp in 1781. The county's proximity to North Carolina also made it a hotbed for American patriots and Loyalists alike.
In the 19th century, Marlboro County became known for its agriculture. The fertile soils and mild climate made it ideal for growing tobacco, and many plantations and farms specialized in its cultivation. The tobacco industry remained a dominant force in the county's economy well into the 20th century.
In recent years, Marlboro County has faced economic challenges due to the decline of the tobacco industry and the loss of manufacturing jobs. However, efforts have been made to diversify the economy and attract new industries. Today, Marlboro County is known for its natural beauty, historic sites, and a growing focus on tourism and outdoor activities.
Marlboro County Timeline
This timeline provides a condensed summary of the historical journey of Marlboro County, South Carolina.
- 1798: Marlboro County is formed from parts of Cheraws District
- 1800: Bennettsville is established as the county seat
- 1814: Marlboro County is named after John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough
- 1818: Old St. David's Church is built, known as the "Welsh Neck Church"
- 1865: The Civil War ends, leaving the county devastated
- 1875: The Marlboro Female Institute is founded in Bennettsville
- 1900: The first tobacco warehouses are built in Bennettsville
- 1904: The first Marlboro County Courthouse is constructed
- 1920s: The Bright Leaf Tobacco Market becomes the largest in the world
- 1960s: The Civil Rights Movement spreads to Marlboro County
- 1997: Marlboro County High School wins its first state football championship